Villeroy & Boch toilets: description and range

Each person pays special attention to the bathroom when decorating his home. An important place in this is the choice of a suitable toilet model. Villeroy & Boch is one of the manufacturers of such home accessories.

Villeroy & Boch is a German company for the production of high quality sanitary ware, including toilet bowls. This manufacturer has been producing similar products for over a century.

The sanitary ware of the company is distinguished by a high indicator of functionality, beautiful and modern design, durability and strength.

The sanitary ware models of the German brand Villeroy & Boch can differ significantly from each other. For example, they can have different bowl shapes. Semicircular, rectangular, square, dish-shaped, visor and funnel-shaped designs are considered popular options.

Also, plumbing devices of this brand may vary. by type of release (drain hole) into the sewer system. There are several of these types of release: horizontal, vertical and oblique.

The first option is considered universal. It is placed flush with the riser. Vertical release type located towards the floor, while only a certain sewer system is required. The oblique release is at an angle of 30-40 degrees to the floor.

Also, such bathroom equipment may differ in the type of material from which it is made. Popular today are considered samples made from sanitary ware or porcelain.

The first option is characterized by porosity, which greatly complicates the process of cleaning the product. Also, faience is considered a rather fragile base, so chips and cracks can often be seen on it.

Porcelain devices are distinguished by their durability, strength and reliability, but at the same time, structures made of such material also have a high cost. Some models of toilets are made of high quality plastic, cast iron, stone, stainless steel and even glass.

Toilet models also differ in the type of flush, which can be direct or reverse. The first type is considered traditional. In this case, water from the tank of the structure washes the bowl without changing its direction. This flushing method often produces a lot of splashes and a lot of noise.

With the reverse type of flushing, water moves along half-open channels, while changing its direction - this allows for uniform and complete flushing. Also, in this case, the noise level will be much lower compared to the first option.

The German brand Villeroy & Boch produces a wide variety of toilet models. For example, in the assortment you can find a large number of floor-standing plumbing fixtures. Such equipment is different low cost and simple installation technology.

Floor-standing toilets are best installed in large bathrooms, as they can take up a lot of space. Installation of these toilets is carried out using anchor bolts.

Another option is suspended compact models of toilet bowls. They are best installed in small washrooms. Such devices can easily withstand loads of up to 300-400 kg. Attached toilets allow you to leave available space for comfortable cleaning of the flooring and the sanitary structure itself.

Suspended shortened samples are fixed above the floor surface. They are mounted in a frame or block way. In the first version, it is meant to attach a special frame to the load-bearing wall. In the second case, the frame structure is placed inside the false wall. Additional fittings and pipes are attached to it.

A separate group can be distinguished rimless toilets. Such devices are hygienic in the process of use, because a large amount of debris and harmful microbes quickly accumulate under the rim of ordinary products, even with regular cleaning.

The Villeroy & Boch brand currently produces the following toilet models:

• Subway;
• O. Novo;
• Venticello;
• Aveo;
• Sentique;
• Hommage;
• Omnia Architectura;
• Avento.

This wall-hung toilet has a rounded bowl. The model is made of high quality sanitary porcelain. In one set with the structure itself, there is a fastening system for installation.

The Subway kit is equipped with a water saving system. Also this sample is performed without a rim, but with an integrated toilet freshness system.

This floor-standing toilet is manufactured with a vertical release type. It can be supplied with a ceramic cistern. O. Novo has a simple yet beautiful and modern design. These devices are made from sanitary porcelain.

Today this German brand also produces O. Novo pendant designs. They are also made of porcelain. Their fastening is carried out using two bolts that come with the plumbing. Their flush type can be vertical or horizontal.

This wall-hung toilet comes with an open flush rim. The device will be an excellent option for a bathroom in a minimalist design. Venticello is created in a simple and modern style with a matte finish.

The type of flush for such hanging devices is vertical, and the shape of the bowl is rectangular.

The Villeroy & Boch brand produces floor-standing and wall-mounted Aveo toilets. They are made from sanitary porcelain.The type of drain for such devices is usually horizontal.

The shape of the bowl is oval. The drain mode is double - such a system makes it possible to save water consumption. Plumbing is produced in an ultra-modern design. The warranty period for it is 4 years.

This suspended equipment is installed together with a special installation. It does not come with the package, so you will have to purchase it separately. The device is created from sanitary porcelain.

The flush from such a device can be vertical or horizontal. In one set with the structure there is a fastening system for concealed installation of the structure and a convenient seat cover.

This compact, floor-standing toilet is a vertical flush. The shape of the bowl of the device is semicircular. Some samples of Hommage are sold with a special seat made from solid birch. The package may include a flush tank.

Today, the brand also produces hanging samples of Hommage toilets. They have a rectangular bowl shape. Such devices are usually made with a vertical type of drain. There is practically no need to clean the equipment after use thanks to the special water tank.

These wall-hung toilets are made from sanitary porcelain. The release of such devices is horizontal or vertical. The shape of the bowl is oval. The plumbing kit comes with a seat cover equipped with a microlift system.

Omnia Architectura has a special anti-splash system that does not allow water to splash too much during operation. The warranty period for products is 4 years. The weight of the sanitary ware reaches 24 kg.

This rimless toilet has an open flush rim. The shape of the bowl is round. The model is made of sanitary porcelain. The package includes fasteners for concealed installation of the structure.

A seat cover is also included. It is produced with a microlift. There is no anti-splash system. The warranty period for the structure is 4 years. The seat has a separate warranty that does not exceed 2 years.

Before you buy the optimal toilet model, you should pay attention to some points.

For example, be sure to consider the area of ​​the toilet room.

It should also be remembered that attached models make it easy to clean flooring and plumbing, since they do not have hard-to-reach places. For large rooms, standard floor-standing toilet bowls may also be suitable.

Consideration should be given to the material from which the plumbing is made. The most durable, reliable and durable option is equipment made from high quality porcelain. Sanitary ware devices are fragile. They are also harder to clean due to their porous surface.

When choosing, you should pay attention to the design of the toilet bowl - it should fit well into the overall design of the toilet room. Villeroy & Boch products have a modern and beautiful design, so they can suit almost any room. For a room in a minimalist direction, it is recommended to select hanging toilets.

It is imperative to look at the presence of a rim on the toilet. Rimless models are an excellent option, as they are hygienic. Samples with a bezel will need to be cleaned regularly or dirt will build up underneath.

It is also necessary to pay attention to the complete set of the structure. Some kits come with all the necessary fasteners, a seat cover and a cistern. If there are no such components in the kit, then they will have to be purchased separately.

You need to pay attention to the warranty period of the plumbing. It is better to give preference to models with the maximum guarantee. For some samples of this brand, it is about 10 years.Often, a seat that comes with a complete set has a separate warranty period.

How to install a Villeroy & Boch Venticello wall-hung toilet, see the following video.