Grohe toilet installations: types and sizes, pros and cons

Today, the familiar toilet with its visible and not always aesthetic pipes and corrugated hoses has been replaced by a hanging model. She has all the connection systems hidden, but the toilet, floating in the air, and the drain panel are in sight. All fasteners are hidden in a false box. Installation dimensions can be selected according to the size of the bathroom. Grohe from Germany is a leader in the production of sanitary ware and fittings for it. Consider toilet installations from this company.

Today, Grohe produces frame and universal systems for the installation of suspended structures. Without these products, the installation of hanging toilets is not possible. The system is based on a rigid frame that holds the entire structure, giving it strength. The frame is made of high-strength steel, consists of several parts that are connected into a single structure at the installation stage, and is attached to the floor surface with metal rods.

In the upper part of the frame, a flat plastic flushing tank is fixed. The styrene insulating material prevents condensation. On the front wall of the tank is a cell for a push-button flush system.

Grohe produces two types of designs for installation.

• Solido The base is a steel frame treated with an anti-corrosion coating. It is completed with all necessary fasteners. The height adjustment step is 20 centimeters. This allows you to set the toilet at a comfortable height from the floor. The entire structure is mounted on a solid wall and fixed to the floor.

• Rapid SL. It is a frame system to which any plumbing is connected. The set includes partitions of different heights. It is mounted on non-plastered load-bearing structures, drywall partitions and walls. Paws are firmly fixed on the surface of the floor or foundation. The maximum load of the frame is 400 kg. Special brackets included in the kit allow you to install the structure in the corner.

Two vertical racks from a profile pipe take all the load from the weight of the plumbing and the user. They transfer the load to the floor. The horizontal jumper used for fastening with studs is rigidly attached to the uprights. The lower and upper jumpers retain the rigidity of the entire structure.

Standard mounting option assumes fastening the top of the frame to the wall with studs and stops. The lower legs are fixed on the floor or load-bearing floor. Particular attention is paid to the wall where the installation will be installed. Included Brackets allow to fix the installation on the supporting wall.

When using a drywall panel, a module is installed directly into the steel profile during the construction of the partition. The installation is attached only to the lower enclosing structure, and the support legs are larger. The thickness of the finish can be different, so it is possible to adjust the height of the toilet. At the bottom of the racks there are legs welded to a smaller pipe with clamps according to the telescopic principle of extension. After setting the height of the foot, the horizontal level of the frame is tightened with bolts.

The metal frame itself can be installed in several ways.

• False panel. The frame is built into gypsum sheets.

• Box. The installation is mounted in front of the main wall and sheathed with drywall.

• Corner option. It is suitable only for combined bathrooms.

• Separate design. Suitable for bathrooms of complex layout.

The flush button is an important part of the installation. All repair work is carried out through the panel for this button. The new Grohe EcoJoy technology, with the help of a special valve inside the tank, shuts off the water, controlling the discharge or excess water. It can be stopped until the tank is completely empty. If the device is damaged, water moves immediately into the bowl. This eliminates its leakage to the floor.

Grohe Whisper sealed support pipe technology ensures quiet operation. It prevents vibration and sound transmission to the structure. The system is connected to the water supply through openings in the side of the tank. There are several options for attaching hoses to the tank. Universal hoses allow connecting pipes from either side.

The advantages of installation systems delight consumers:

• installation is carried out anywhere in the monolithic wall and can withstand heavy loads;
• flush mounting improves the design of the bathroom and saves space;
• do not regularly clean the tank with water from dust and condensate;
• the system operates with reduced noise;
• due to the variety of design of the flush panel, the installation can be selected for any interior;
• the bowl is not mounted on the floor, which facilitates access to the most inaccessible places when cleaning;
• quick access to the tank when opening the external panel;
• have protection against leakage;
• wide range of size range and design.

The minuses include some of the installation nuances:

• when installing the system under the screed, the module is installed at the initial stage of construction;
• laborious installation process;
• the height of the screed is calculated in advance to expose the toilet at the desired level;
• high price;
• the impossibility of self-installation without the involvement of a specialist;
• closed communications, which in case of a leak at the pipe connection will require the complete dismantling of the false panel;
• some utilities require approval to conceal a common riser.

You can install the hanging structure anywhere in the toilet room. It can be installed in a niche as standard, or in the middle of the room. It is advisable to do this during the repair in order to perform the wiring. The floor version with installation looks neat. In this case, no snap to the wall is needed. The frame is sold complete with a toilet and eliminates the need for redevelopment of the room. The downside of such a system is that if one of the parts is damaged, the entire system must be dismantled.

To fix the installation, several options are offered.

• Low It is installed in bathrooms with low ceilings. The height of the entire system is about 82 cm.
• Double sided. It is used where it is necessary to install bowls from different sides. Such a system saves room space.
• Corner It is installed in the combined version of the toilet and the bathroom. The system is mounted using the installation angle module
• Design in line. All sanitary equipment is installed in the line in the sanitary office.

For suspended structures use the same material as for conventional toilets. Recognized as the best porcelain and earthenware. They are coated with protective glaze, giving impact resistance and attractiveness. Porcelain bowls have a higher density, since they are fired at a higher temperature compared to earthenware counterparts.

For the production of clay, only in different proportions to other components. In the manufacture of porcelain bowls, the percentage of kaolin is 50%, and for faience - all 85%. This explains the fragility of earthenware bowls and affordable price. Porcelain products are not coated with a coloring composition. All color options of bowls are made of faience. There are hanging toilets made of metal and glass.

Installations of suspended structures do not depend on the shape of the toilet bowl, but on the area of ​​the bathroom. There are several types of toilet bowls.

• Visor. It is often used in outboard models. The disadvantage is its rapid pollution.
• Funnel-shaped. Allows you to save water when flushing, does not retain odors. It is easy to look after her.
• Dish-shaped. The most impractical. Flushing lasts a long time, requires special care. The main advantage is the absence of spray during use and flushing.

The length of the toilet bowl is the main criterion when choosing an installation:

• for small rooms choose oversized models up to 54 centimeters in length;
• bowl length 60 centimeters most demanded;
• models 70 centimeters and more suitable for people with disabilities, a strong physique and the elderly.

Standard heights range from 1 to 1.5 m depending on the type of module. The width is selected based on the parameters of the room where the toilet will stand, it is 0.3-0.5 m. Sliding wings during installation of the structure to the wall exceed standard values.

The depth of the bowl is 14-23.5 cm. The smaller the depth, the smaller the niche for installation. Minimum dimensions win during the construction of drywall false panels.

The height of the suspension system depends on the growth of all family members. Standard, it is also the maximum, the height of the bowl from the floor is 40-43 centimeters. This parameter is indicated in SNiP as optimal and most comfortable for an adult.

Grohe installations have different sizes and designs. Installation is made at any height. All models are equipped with a leakage protection system. If the drain button malfunctions, the water moves into the toilet bowl. There are different ways to connect the hoses to the tank, and some models can connect pipes from either side. A plus is the ability to quickly audit the tank. To do this, simply open the external drain panel.

The cost of Grohe installation systems depends on their type of construction and design.

• Grohe Solido Perfect - ceramic, versatile, minimalist wall mounted toilet.The duroplast seat included in the kit has a depreciation lowering option. The double flush key is pneumatic and works in Start-Stop mode. Front mounting is provided. The kit includes all the necessary parts for connecting to water and installation.

• Grohe Solido Lecico 4 in 1. It is installed in front of a main wall or partition and can withstand a load of 400 kg. You can install solo, as well as in a row with other plumbing. The installation height is 113 cm. Water connection is permissible on all sides except the top. A 2.6–9 liter tank is isolated from condensation moisture. The white suspended toilet is made of ceramic, small in size, 52 cm in size. The lid is made of duroplast with a micro-lift for a smooth closure. The Skate Air drain panel is made in a shiny chrome finish and has a large and small flush option.

• Grohe Solido 5 in 1. Euro Ceramic wall-hung toilet, supporting steel frame with spraying, pneumatic flush valve are included. The Start-Stop button interrupts draining - for this you just need to click on it again. The installation is equipped with the necessary fasteners and two rubber bushings. The micro-lift installed on the seat gently closes the lid. Horizontal type of installation.

• Grohe Rapid SL 4-in-1 kit. The system has a chrome Skate Air flush plate, working in three modes, which will fit any room design. The Grohe EcoJoy, a dual flush system, reduces water consumption by 50%. Optimum noise isolation is provided by Whisper technology. The steel frame can withstand a load of 400 kg, which is confirmed by the certificate. QuickFix installation system, which does not require tools to connect to the water supply, will easily install the installation.

• Grohe Rapid SL Solido 4 in 1. Installation height 1.13 m. Skate Cosmopolitan chrome flush plate included. The Grohe Whisper method minimizes water drainage noise. The Grohe EcoJoy double flush system saves up to 50% water consumption. The Grohe QuickFix installation system provides easy installation without tools for connecting to water.

Before starting the installation, it is necessary to choose the installation location, taking into account the possibility of access to the supply of sewage and cold water. Mark frame fixing level. For smooth installation use the building level. The mounted structure should fit snugly against the wall or floor. Before installing the tank, it is advisable to pour a few liters of water into it in order to check his work.

Before attaching the suspension structure, you must create false wall. Only then fix the toilet with studs and attach it to the water drainage system. The drain button is installed at the final stage.

You can install the system not earlier than 10 days after completion of the decoration of the room. The tile adhesive must dry completely, otherwise the tile may move away from the wall under load. The pipes for draining water and sewage must be adjusted to the required size, since they are only included. They are not on sale. Before finishing the finish, all openings of the pipes and the drain tank must be sealed with plugs to prevent debris from entering the system.

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