Toilets without a tank: pros and cons, varieties, choice

Recently, the so-called toilet bowls without a tank are becoming more and more popular and in demand. From the name of this plumbing device, we can conclude that the last part is really not there, although in fact it is present, but is “hidden” in the wall. Today we will get to know better these products and find out what their advantages and disadvantages are.

Modern toilet models are presented in a wide range. Popularity began to enjoy not only the classic, but also the options of the suspended, attached type, with the so-called hidden tank. Such plumbing looks unusual, but aesthetically pleasing and neat.

The range of toilets with a hidden cistern today pleases with its diversity. You can choose the best option for every taste, color and budget. Plumbing is made from different materials and can vary in its structure and directly work.

Devices without a tank can be easily operated thanks to such a detail as Drukspuler. It can be installed in various ways: external or remote. Both options will not take up a lot of free space in the bathroom, but they will affect the interior design in different ways. Such systems today are widespread and are in enviable demand.

Modern plumbing equipment makes it possible to competently and efficiently equip even very small premises, and in most dwellings the toilet has a modest quadrature. Toilets without a tank are a win-win solution in such conditions.

It doesn’t matter at all which design of the toilet bowl is directly — hanging or attached, floor. If a drain tank is not provided, then Drukshpuler can be safely installed.

If the toilet is suspended, then the flush system can be exclusively built-in. On the wall surface in the bathroom or with a special structure sheathed with a special frame, the previously mentioned button responsible for draining is installed.

If we are talking about a tank-free toilet bowl of a floor type, then it can be supplemented with an integrated flush system and an external one. So, in its external characteristics, the external drugger is very similar to a system designed for a classic urinal: a chrome or painted pipe comes out of the wall with a button or a drain lever.

The tank is a storage tank. The necessary water pressure is provided due to the natural pressure of the "water column". The operation of the Drukspuler regarding flushing depends on the pressure, which takes place in the water supply system and the design of the toilet bowl. This is precisely the main difference between the Drukspuler and the standard tank. It is a kind of membrane-type tap, which serves as the connection of a tank-free toilet and a water pipe.

If we compare the internal structure of the Drukspuler, we can see that it is more complex than simple cranes. He also has 2 chambers that are connected to each other through a hole with a shut-off valve. The main feature of the design of the Drukspuler is that it must be opened manually, and the closure is automatic.

Modern toilets without a standard type cistern have their positive and negative sides. It is recommended to purchase such a plumbing item only after a detailed acquaintance with both those and other parameters.

We will understand the advantages of such systems.

• The main plus of tank-free toilets is their attractive appearance. Such a piece of plumbing is not striking, does not aggravate the situation, looks modern and unusual. Such a model will especially appeal to people who prefer modern interior styles.
• This type of construction is shorter than the traditional toilets that everyone is used to. Due to this difference, devices without a tank turn out to be miniature and occupy a minimum of free space in the bathroom. If we are talking about organizing a very small space, this model will be the best solution.
• Tank-free toilets are distinguished by increased hygiene, because it is much easier to wash such devices than traditional devices.
• Since the tank of such a toilet is hidden, and without unnecessary manipulations it will not be possible to see it, visually the bathroom can seem much more spacious and lighter.
• If the toilet without a tank has a suspended structure, then under it you can easily and simply wash the floors, while maintaining perfect cleanliness in the room without unnecessary trouble.

But these products have their own weaknesses.

• The main disadvantage of toilets without a tank is the high complexity of their installation in the bathroom. This is especially true for trendy models of a mounted type, since they will need to install a powerful installation.
• Such devices cost much more than their classic "brothers." This is one of the main reasons why consumers prefer to turn to the "classics".
• Maintenance and repair of such devices are highly complex. If the toilet needs to be repaired, you will have to resort to serious damage to the finish in the bathroom. If this is a tile, then such procedures can cost a tidy sum.
• If the toilet works due to the Drukspuler system, then it will work normally only with good water pressure. There may not be enough pressure in the pipes of the water supply of urban apartments, especially when it comes to the summer months.

Modern toilets without a tank, working due to the German Drukspuler system, are divided into 2 main varieties:

• mounted;
• floor (attached).

Console toilets (wall mounted) are attached to the wall in the bathroom. Of course, the base must be strong and strong. Such a plumbing device does not make sense to attach to a plasterboard sheet. Installation of such tank-free devices is complicated and time consuming. Here you will have to make a metal structure, which will play a supporting role. Typically, the installation is made of square pipes, but there may be other options.

The reliability of such designs confuses many users. In fact, modern wall-mounted toilets with a hidden cistern can easily support a weight of more than 400 kg, therefore the weight of a person is not dangerous for them.

The tank for such products may differ from classic models. Outwardly, it looks more like a simple plastic canister, but the principle of its operation is similar to traditional technology.

Floor mounted toilet models attract consumers by the fact that they do not need to mount a powerful installation. All the load from the weight will fall only on the floor in the bathroom. In order to hide the tank of such a product, you will have to build a false wall from drywall sheets. Instead, you can use a special pipe. In certain situations, the tank is bricked up in the wall.

The installation process of such a toilet may not be the most difficult. Everything will depend on the placement of sewer pipes in the home. Attached devices can be considered optimal between console and classic products.

The currently popular Drukspuler system is implemented thanks to the cartridge, which is divided into 2 cameras, mentioned earlier. These elements are required to form a pressure difference, due to which drainage is ensured.

The Drukspuler system can have only 2 connection points:

• directly to the water supply;
• to the nozzle through which fluid is sent down.

It is worth noting that Drukshpuler takes up much less free space than in the case of the tank and the classical type of system. The choice of a specific design of this device depends only on the preferences of the owners of the home.

Flush systems for tank-free toilets can be external or internal. Both the first and second are perfectly perceived visually. The option of a hidden drukspuler externally is a kind of simple wall-hung toilet with the provided installation. If we are talking about installing the system in an external way, then here is a small chrome-plated tube, into which the fluid supply button is built-in, is seen.

If you decide to abandon traditional plumbing and want to purchase a modern tank-free device, then you should consider a number of basic criteria that allow you to choose a truly high-quality and durable product that will not bring trouble and problems.

• Material. As in the case of classic toilets, it is important to pay attention to the material from which the model without a tank is made. Accessible, widespread, reliable and strong are earthenware specimens.If you want to buy a more chic option, you can choose a toilet bowl from porcelain, but this material is subject to mechanical damage, and it is very difficult to distinguish it from a more affordable faience.
• System. Initially, determine which tank-free toilet with which flush system you want to see in your bathroom. Here, each owner decides for himself what will be most convenient and optimal for him.
• Sizes. As a rule, toilets without a tank are compact and fit easily even in very small rooms, but before shopping, it is still better to measure the bathroom and choose the right model based on the parameters identified.
• Design. Consider the design of the selected product. The toilet should harmoniously fit into the bathroom.
• The brand. It is recommended to buy products manufactured by well-known manufacturers. Branded products are often expensive (especially tank-free), but they last a long time, they are manufactured to all standards, and strict quality control is carried out at all stages of their manufacture. Typically, the plumbing of well-known companies does not cause consumers any unnecessary problems, so you should not buy products from obscure, dubious manufacturers.

See how to install a tank-free toilet on your own in the video below.