Rating of the best toilets

A large number of German, Czech, French, Italian, Polish and Russian manufacturers are represented on the modern market of sanitary products. They offer toilets of the most different quality, design and price category. In order to make it easier for you to choose the best model, we will review the most popular manufacturers.

In France, Germany, Austria and other countries of the Old World, toilets became popular at the beginning of the last century, although they were invented much earlier. Mass production started in 1909, then Unitas was engaged in production, it was thanks to her that this device became popular in all of Europe.

Over the long years of existence, the design of the toilets has not changed: as before, they include a seat and a drain system. Nevertheless, if you look, then modern models differ significantly from previous ergonomics, appearance and, of course, quality. A large number of manufacturers work in this segment. In this case, the choice of brand is one of the most important stages in the acquisition of plumbing. Let us dwell on the most famous brands.

The famous Swedish brand Gustavsberg is part of an international holding company. Villeroy & Boch. Thanks to this tandem, the brand quickly broke into the number of leaders in the global plumbing market. Gustavsberg brand toilet bowls are made of porcelain coated with a layer of glaze. Plumbing is different increased wear resistance, strength and durability.

A Spanish company with its own production facilities and sales offices in various countries, including the CIS countries. Consumers who choose a Roca toilet for their home may be interested in bidets and urinals of classic side-mounted, modern suspension, as well as floor structures. All brand products are produced in a traditional design, which allows you to choose the right model for the most diverse stylistic decisions of the interior.

A Swedish company specializing in the production of ceramic products for bathrooms, offers consumers a complete set of sanitary ware. Key benefits of Ifo:

• noiseless discharge;
• lack of condensation;
• suspension of discharge;
• seamless cisterns.

Czech manufacturer of plumbing. Brand production facilities are located in the Czech Republic and Russia. This made it possible to provide affordable prices for domestic consumers. The main advantage of Jika is a wide assortment and variety of functionalities, in the trading list there are attached, suspended, and floor options with horizontal, vertical and oblique descent, therefore You can choose the best toilet for any of the possible installation options.

Turkish manufacturing enterprise, which features use of innovative solutions in the manufacture of plumbing. All technological processes are fully automated, and quality control is performed using bar coding. When new models of toilets are introduced to the market, special attention is paid to design, in addition to classic solutions, non-standard products are in the assortment list.

This domestic company is an integral part of the Roca concern, respectively, the products manufactured meet all international quality requirements, but at the same time they keep prices low for Russians. Features of the toilets of this brand:

• circular type of discharge;
• the presence of antibacterial protection;
• strong fixing of a cover;
• seat with a micro-lift;
• several types of water discharge;
• variability of installation.

This manufacturing company has more than a century of history. The Swiss company began its activities in 1892, at the moment it takes one of the leading positions in the production of sanitary ware not only in Switzerland, but also in the global market. The production facilities of the company are located in Austria and the Czech Republic, and sales offices can be found on all continents.

Brand products are different top quality. One of the most interesting "tricks" was the use of special water-repellent coating.

One of the largest manufacturers in the Russian market of ceramics and sanitary ware. The toilets of this company are made using classic plaster molds or polymer patterns, and an innovative injection molding method has also been introduced.

Several countries became the birthplace of this brand at once, and the best solutions were borrowed from each. So, style and ergonomics are designed by designers from Italy, engineers from Germany are responsible for the high quality, and English specialists calculate the general functionality. All toilets are made of porcelain; it can be painted in classic white or modern black.

The brand offers elite toilet bowls that only those who want to purchase exclusive plumbing of the highest quality can afford. All models have a 25 year warranty.

Cheap plumbing does not mean “bad”.In some cases, the cost can only talk about the features of the configuration of the unit. For example, the seat can be without a micro-lift, the bowl can be made of high-quality ceramic, but not coated with glaze, and the reliable mechanism of the tank does not require partial drainage.

Among the most popular models in this value segment, the following are distinguished.

The floor model is oval. Is provided circular descent of water. Type of installation - wall.

Benefits:

• compactness;
• classic design;
• quiet set of water in the tank;
• partial discharge in order to save water consumption;
• oblique outlet allows you to use the product for most types of sewers;
• ease of cleaning.

Disadvantages:

• tapering up the tank creates some difficulties if necessary adjustment.

Wall-mounted toilet with floor mounting system. The water drain is horizontal, the drain is circular. You can buy an option with a tank and a bowl or order them separately.

Pros:

• large drain;
• quiet set of water;
• circular flush;
• concise design;
• compactness.

Disadvantages:

• as practice shows, an impressive percentage of defective products goes on sale, therefore, when choosing a model, you should certainly make sure that the bowl is level;
• if the model is equipped with a tank, you should also check the factory gasket between him and the seat itself.

This segment includes toilet bowls, the cost of which is in the range from 7 to 20 thousand rubles. For production, not only sanitary ware is used here, but also porcelain. All products are covered dirt-repellent and antibacterial compounds, almost every model assumes the presence of additional options (anti-splash system and dual drain mode).

The model is made of porcelain, which is different strength and resistance to mechanical damage. Through the use of special production technologies, the formation of cracks and the appearance of chips on the surface are completely eliminated. The products have a perfectly smooth surface, therefore they look aesthetically pleasing and do not require the use of abrasive detergents. It is additionally equipped with reinforcements of a reinforced type, which is especially important for people with excess weight. The anti-splash function is provided.

Benefits:

• high quality porcelain;
• practical drainage system;
• convenient shutter button;
• reinforced fasteners;
• ease of installation;
• All products have a 10 year warranty.

Disadvantages:

Service centers can be found far from all regions of the Russian Federation.

A toilet with a bidet function is produced using the latest technology using high pressure molding, which ensures maximum strength, reliability and durability of the product. The main advantage of the products of this brand is the availability of service centers in all major cities of the country, and the repair and replacement of components rarely exceeds 7 days of waiting.

Other benefits:

• multifunctionality;
• reinforced mounts;
• ease of care.

Elite toilets are made of high-strength materials and at the same time are equipped with the most reliable fittings, which serve for several decades.

Floor model with wall mounting type. The drain is horizontal, the principle of double discharge works. The product combines classic forms and all modern functions.

Benefits:

• ready-made equipment - the toilet needs only to be installed;
• concise design;
• micro lift in the seat;
• high degree of design reliability.

Disadvantages:

• it will be quite difficult for a user who is not familiar with the intricacies of installing plumbing even the most basic adjustment if such a need arises;
• impressive weight adds the necessary stability, but at the same time creates certain difficulties during transportation and installation.

Floor-mounted toilet with wall installation. It differs in classic design, equipped with a tank and a bowl with a micro-lift. The descent of water of a horizontal type involves the double principle of discharge. The surface is coated with anti-corrosion coating. Benefits:

• relatively compact sizes;
• powerful circular discharge of water;
• streamlined shape.

As a drawback, users note that the seat mounts sometimes give a slight backlash, and if the user needs to turn to the side, the seat shifts slightly.

We have gathered for you some tips on how to correctly choose the right model of plumbing for your apartment building.

The first thing you need to pay special attention to when buying is the design.

• Floor products. They are attached to the floor and do not need professional installation. However, such products take up a lot of space and are inconvenient to care for.

• Attached. Their characteristic feature is a tank mounted on the wall. The advantages of the model include ergonomics of free area and ease of maintenance.

• Installations - pendant anti-vandal models that are mounted to the wall, while the fastener system itself is located behind the wall. Advantages of such models: stylish look and ability to withstand loads up to 300 kg.

• Models with a bidet. The main advantage of the products is its functionality, since the device combines both a bidet and the toilet itself.

The appearance of the spray depends on the bowl. There are several varieties.

• With a shelf. If all you expect from the bowl is a drain without splashing, then this option will be optimal for you. However, keep in mind that a product with a shelf is difficult to clean, because dirt accumulates on the walls over time and traces of rust may appear.
• With a bias. This toilet will be a good option for those who are worried about the appearance of unwanted odors. The visor bowl has a slight bias, it provides maximum purification and the absence of splashes of water, as well as masking odors.
• With a funnel. Such a configuration combines all the main advantages of these bowls, but at the same time gives splashes, so manufacturers neutralize them using the anti-slash system.

One of the basic criteria for choosing a suitable type of toilet is the type of water supply. Lateral is characterized by reliability, the risk of leakage is reduced to zero. The advantage of the lower version of the approach is silent operation.

The only thing that should be guided in this case is the features of the sewage system in the living room. The following systems are distinguished.

• Slanting - drainage is carried out at an angle, as a rule, such drains are equipped in buildings of the old construction.
• Vertical - in this case, the entire stream goes under the floor, most often such models are found in the "Stalin".
• Horizontal - in this version, the drains are led into the wall, it is precisely such sewer systems that are most popular in houses of the modern era.

With a direct type of discharge, water flows in a powerful stream along the back wall. This option is extremely easy to use, however it does not completely wash the bowl, and over time traces of rust may appear on the walls. In addition, water is consumed uneconomically.

With the circular version of the drain, the bowl is washed around the entire circumference, this choice is considered optimal.

Of no less importance are the materials from which the toilets are made.

• Faience. Such products differ in affordable price, therefore they are good in case of limited budget.The disadvantages of faience include increased porosity, which complicates the care of the installation. Nevertheless, the toilets are durable and water resistant, while manufacturers offer a wide range of models for any design and shade.
• China. One of the most durable and strong materials, the period of its use is 50 or even more years. It is characterized by resistance to water.
• Stainless steel. Most often used for products that are installed in public institutions. It is characterized by high strength, so the toilet bowls retain their original appearance even under active loads.
• Cast iron. The cheapest, but also the most uncomfortable toilets. Enamelled, but it quickly collapses and does not fulfill all the declared functions.

See how to choose the right toilet in the next video.