Toilet bowls Ideal Standard: models and their characteristics

The bathroom is one of the most visited rooms in the house, so its arrangement should be approached with all seriousness. The choice of plumbing equipment should be deliberate and balanced, because the purchased toilet or shower will have to serve you for more than 1 year. Today, on the plumbing market, you can find a huge number of both foreign and domestic companies specializing in the production of toilets.

Ideal Standard International is a European brand of bathroom solutions that has been on the market for over 100 years. The holding has its representatives not only in Europe (Germany, England, Italy, Belgium), but also since 1995 in Russia. Ideal Standard products are a combination of impeccable European style and high build quality. The company is engaged in the production of not only plumbing equipment, but also furniture and all component parts, which allows you to easily find the necessary parts in the event of a breakdown.

The company presents a wide range of products in the field of sanitary services (more than 10,000 items):

• toilets;
• bidet;
• washbasins;
• shower sets;
• baths;
• mixers;
• mirrors;
• countertops;
• handrails and much more.

Over the years of experience in the production of sanitary equipment, Ideal Standard products have gained worldwide popularity thanks to a number of advantages that make the products of this brand so popular among buyers:

• the materials from which the Ideal Standard sanitary ware is made are high-quality porcelain, ceramics, faience;
• European assembly provides a long-term service life of the bathroom;
• the convenient shape and size of the toilet bowl make it possible to place it both in offices and in apartments;
• the compact design of some models allows them to be installed in small-sized rooms, taking up a minimum amount of free space;
• lifetime warranty for many Ideal Standard products;
• easily cleaned with soapy water and simple products, while it is forbidden to use household chemicals with a whitening effect;
• thanks to the stylish design, the toilet bowl can become a decoration of the bathroom interior;
• a wide range of products of various types and designs allows you to choose the ideal option for any style of the toilet.

Depending on the type of attachment, Ideal Standard toilet bowls are available in the following versions: floor-standing, attached, suspended.

The most popular version of the toilet, which can be found both in apartments and in various public institutions. Such a model is easy to install; in case of breakdown, access to the pipes and the tank is not limited by anything. There are 2 types of floor-standing bathrooms: compact and monoblock. The first type is in greatest demand, because any of the parts, if necessary, can be easily replaced with a new one.

It is attached in the same way as the floor version. The only difference is that add-on models are mounted close to the wall. The cistern can be visible or installed in the wall. This saves space in the bathroom. Such a bathroom is suitable for those who like massive bowls and are not limited by space.

The most compact option in terms of dimensions. Great for small bathrooms. The original design of the product looks stylish and neat in modern interiors. The provided installation system facilitates the simple installation of such a device. The cistern is hidden in the wall, and access to it becomes possible thanks to the installation of a small window, which is cut in the wall behind the toilet.

Corner models of toilet bowls are produced specially for non-standard parameters of premises. They have an identical fastening to the floor-standing toilet. They differ only in the original solution for placing the product in the bathroom. Recently, rimless toilets have become popular - a new technological solution in the field of plumbing. Of course, the price for such a product is considerable, however, the comfort in use justifies the significant expenses.

The absence of a flush rim, which guides it during flushing, makes this type of toilet the cleanest and most hygienic. After all, it is under the rim that the greatest number of microbes and dirt accumulates. Special control over the flow of water makes it impossible for the bathroom to leak.

Taking into account the preferences of each client, the engineers of Ideal Standard have developed several collections of toilet bowls, which differ in design and technical characteristics. For ordinary people, economical bathrooms from the collections are on sale Ecco, Tempo, Ocean Junior, Evrovit, and for buyers with broader financial frameworks, they produce premium models from the collections Connect AquaBlade, Ventuno, Active, Tesi and others. Among the wide range of toilet bowls, the following models can be distinguished, which are the most popular among buyers.

Manufacturer - Belgium. Floor-standing model made of porcelain and duroplast in a modern style. It has 2 modes for flushing the tank, which is performed using a mechanical button. Horizontal water outlet is provided. A classic white model suitable for both home and office installations. The cost of the toilet varies from 10,000 to 10,500 rubles (2019).

Manufacturer - Belgium. An oval-shaped rimless bathroom made of high quality faience. The drain mechanism and mode is set taking into account the installation system. A seat with a soft-closing lid function can be purchased separately. Cascade drain and anti-splash system eliminate the possibility of leakage. Cost - from 13,000 to 13,500 rubles (2019).

Manufacturer - Belgium. The floor-standing model of porcelain with a rimless bowl will ensure the sterility and cleanliness of the bathroom for a long time. The cistern that comes with the kit has 2 drain modes, which will help to significantly reduce the waste of water for flushing the toilet. Optionally, you can separately purchase a seat with a microlift, which is very convenient in a house where there are children. The average price for such a model ranges from 16,200 to 16,800 rubles (2019).

Made in Belgium. A modern model of a rimless bathroom made of faience. It assumes a hidden system for attaching the tank (to the wall), the drainage mechanism depends on the installation method. The product kit does not include a seat cover, however, it can be purchased separately. The price of this model is from 16,800 to 17,300 rubles (2019).

Made in Germany. The set with this toilet model comes with an installation with a flush button. Thanks to good installation instructions, the ready-made kit can be easily installed even without the help of specialists. Also included with the product is a seat cover with a smooth lowering function. The cost of such a product ranges from 20,400 to 21,000 rubles (2019).

Made in Belgium... The corner model of a floor-standing bathroom is perfect for bathrooms with non-standard dimensions. The product comes with a cover seat with a microlift. There are 2 drain modes - for 3 and 6 liters. The bathroom has a shortened bowl, which allows it to be placed in small spaces. The average price for such a product is from 26,000 to 27,000 rubles (2019).

Made in Belgium... This model is made of ceramics, it assumes a hidden installation of a cistern. The drainage mode depends on the installation system. The seat cover can be purchased separately on request. The powerful cascade flush ensures high-quality flushing of the bathroom and allows you to keep the toilet clean for longer. This version of the toilet belongs to the most expensive Ideal Standard models, its cost ranges from 32-33 thousand rubles (2019).

After analyzing numerous customer reviews of Ideal Standard toilet bowls, it is clear that people's opinions differ. Some note the excellent quality of foreign assembly, clear instructions for installing the product, the smoothness of the faience, the convenient shape of the bowl, the powerful drain, the advantages of having a seat-cover with a microlift. Others, on the contrary, noticed only the manufacturer's shortcomings - a discrepancy between price and quality, noise when filling the tank with water, difficulty in finding the parts needed for repair, a weak drain flow, poor-quality fittings.

For an overview of the Ideal Standard Connect wall-hung toilet, see the following video.