Rimless floor toilets: design, pros and cons, choice

Today, manufacturers of plumbing, in particular toilets, offer consumers various models of functional plumbing fixtures. Among the existing variety, it is worth highlighting the rimless floor-mounted toilet bowls - modern plumbing devices that are in high demand in the light of their design features.

A similar type of plumbing appeared on the market not so long ago, however, some features of the device allow you to select them in a separate product line for the arrangement of bathrooms and bathrooms in the home, as well as in public places.

In light of the structural features of the bowl, a bezel-less toilet will differ from classical plumbing by the type of flushing. A number of manufacturers offer products without additional releases, or with those placed on the same level, with a seat. And you can also find models in which flushing occurs due to the shape of the bowl, as well as more powerful water pressure. Rimless toilets are additionally equipped with a ceramic water divider, which sets it in three directions. Such features provide effective cleaning of the walls of the toilet.

Strengths and weaknesses are inherent in any plumbing. Rimless toilets in this regard were no exception. The advantages of such models include a number of factors.

• According to studies and consumer reviews, this option is more convenient and simple in terms of care. This is due to the lack of a rim, in the light of which the owner will not need to use special tools to clean from water plaque and pollution of inaccessible places. As a rule, a toilet without a rim can be cleaned with an ordinary sponge and gentle household products.
• Based on the characteristics of the care, a substantial saving arises regarding the purchase of detergents. In addition, cleaning plumbing takes many times less time.
• The bezel-less floor toilet is notable for its large operational resource in comparison with classic as well as hanging models. This is due to the absence on the walls of various deposits and contaminants, which not only reduce the appearance of plumbing, but also lead to premature surface wear.
• As practice and consumer reviews show, it is this option of washing the toilet bowl that is considered to be of better quality, since water flows in contact with the surface as evenly as possible.
• A significant advantage of floor-mounted toilets without a rim is the saving of water, which for some models is about 30% for each operation of the tank.
• When draining, plumbing produces significantly less noise.
• Floor models stand out for their ease of installation, so most of the structures can be installed in the bathroom or bathroom on their own. Floor models with a tank also do not require any manipulation of the wall.
• Modern models can be equipped with additional accessories, for example, a micro-lift.

However, this version of plumbing is not without some drawbacks.

• Floor models in the light of their device stand out for more difficult access to the pipe going to the floor. Therefore, in this area, cleaning can be fraught with some difficulties.
• Such models relate to expensive products, which can also be attributed to disadvantages. To a greater extent, this applies to products equipped with additional functionality.

The classification of rimless toilets is done according to several criteria. Based on the shape of the bowl, plumbing devices are:

• dish-shaped;
• visors;
• funnel-shaped.

Taking into account the configuration of the drain tank, the following products can be distinguished:

• combined - monoblocks with connecting elements;
• separate with a tank on the wall or on a toilet shelf.

Bezbolodkovy floor designs can vary in capacity of the tank, on sale you can find products with a capacity of 4 to 6 liters.

There are three options for flushing water in a bowl:

• cascading;
• circular swirl;
• circular.

Discharge into the sewer at the toilet can be:

• vertical;
• horizontal;
• oblique.

And also a bezel-less toilet can be attached or wall.

Today, sanitary products are represented by models with different dimensions. Models of rimless toilets may vary depending on the manufacturer and the standards used for manufacturing plumbing. Among the proposed assortment you can find European toilets with the following dimensions:

• height - 400 mm;
• width - 360 mm;
• depth - 680 mm.

At the same time, models of domestic manufacturers are presented in the following size range:

• height - 370 mm;
• width - 340 mm;
• depth - 460 mm.

Today rimless toilets can be made from the following types of raw materials.

The component of this material is white clay, so the surface of the plumbing will have high rates of water absorption. Given this feature, nthe surfaces of the bowl and the tank are necessarily covered with special glaze, which gives the material not only water-repellent properties, but also gloss, positively affecting the appearance of plumbing.

In addition to white clay, quartz and feldspar are present in this sought-after raw material. Such components give porcelain products water-repellent qualities, as well as resistance to mechanical damage. Another positive feature is the inability of the material to absorb unpleasant odors.

Among manufacturers of rimless toilets, it is worth highlighting the most popular brands and models.

Plumbing Turkish production, porcelain is the material for the manufacture of toilets. The products have an attractive white color without a gray tint, the weight of the toilet bowl is 50 kilograms. This model belongs to the line of wall products, the bowl has an oval shape and a horizontal oblique outlet. As an additional functionality, it is worth noting presence of a water flow divider, as well as anti-splash, which makes the operation of the toilet as comfortable as possible. The inside of the structure is covered with an anti-mud film.

Polish bezel-less toilet bowl with an oval bowl. The weight of the structure does not exceed 31 kilograms, the material for the production of the bowl is sanitary ware. The toilet has a horizontal outlet, is additionally equipped with a divider and anti-splash. The lid and seat are made of duroplast, the tank is made of ceramic. The model belongs to the category of wall mounted toilets.

Spanish wall mounted plumbing from a series of rimless toilets equipped with direct outlet. The rectangular bowl is made of ceramic, for convenience in use the toilet is additionally equipped with a divider and anti-splash. The mass of the structure is 26 kilograms.

If there is a desire or need to equip your bathroom or bathroom with the latest generation toilets without a rim when buying, it is worth paying attention to several important nuances regarding such plumbing.

• First of all, we will talk about options that will undoubtedly add comfort during operation, but will directly affect the final cost of such plumbing. Budget models made from high-quality raw materials with a minimum of additional functions will also be convenient and reliable to use.
• For practical and economical consumers, rimless toilet manufacturers offer models with two flush types. The normal discharge mode allows you to use at least 4 liters of water at a time, when the economical option will make it possible to drain no more than 2-3 liters.
• When buying a toilet, you should pay attention to the basic equipment, especially when buying through online stores. Some brands sell bowls, tanks and seats separately.
• Studying the proposed assortment of floor-mounted rimless toilets, it is also worth taking into account the area of ​​the bathroom or bath. For small rooms, it is recommended to give preference to wall options with an oval bowl, because rectangular views can become too bulky for such rooms.
• White is the preferred and most common color of the bowl, however, for a harmonious combination of all elements of furniture and plumbing, you can choose non-standard black, beige or even red bezel-less toilets. The main thing is that the chosen option is in harmony with the overall style and color scheme, the classic white color will become a universal solution in this matter.
• When choosing, it is also worth paying attention to the quality of the raw materials used for production.The material must meet such requirements as reliability, strength, resistance to mechanical damage, moisture resistance. When buying, you need to pay attention to the uniformity of the surface of the entire structure. The presence of cracks or dents may subsequently cause premature failure of plumbing, as well as dirt getting into the gaps.
• Special attention is given to the flushing system in the toilet. This option should work without interruption. It is best to test your favorite model before buying.

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