Wall mounted toilets are also known as wall mounted toilets or cantilever toilets. The main body of the toilet is suspended and fixed on the wall, and the water tank is hidden in the wall. Visually, it is minimalist and advanced, capturing the hearts of a large number of owners and designers. Is it necessary to use a wall mounted toilet? How should we design it? Let’s study from the following points.
01. What is a wall mounted toilet
02. Advantages and disadvantages of wall mounted toilets
03. How to install wall mounted toilets
04. How to choose a wall mounted toilet
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What is a wall mounted toilet
The wall mounted toilet is a new form that breaks the traditional toilet. Its structure is similar to that of a split toilet, where the water tank and the main body of the toilet are separated and connected through pipelines. One of the more beautiful features of the wall mounted toilet is that it hides the water tank in the wall, simplifies the main body of the toilet, and installs it on the wall, forming a form of no water tank, no sewage pipe, and no floor.
Wall mounted toilets are widely used in foreign designs, and many homeowners in China now choose them in their decoration due to their aesthetic simplicity and ease of care. Alternatively, the original pit design of some units is unreasonable and requires toilet displacement. Wall mounted toilets can perfectly solve this problem. This attractive and powerful toilet has sparked a strong interest among people, but its use and installation also have some complexity. Let’s continue to learn more.
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Advantages and disadvantages of wall mounted toilets
a. Advantages
① Beautiful style
The design of the wall mounted toilet is very simple, with only the main body of the toilet and the flush button on the wall exposed in the space. Visually, it is extremely simple and can be paired with various styles, making it very beautiful.
② Easy to manage
The wall mounted toilet does not fall to the ground, the water tank is not visible, and there are basically no cleaning dead corners. The position below the toilet can be easily cleaned using a mop, making it very convenient to manage. This is also the most important reason why many homeowners choose it.
③ Low noise
The water tank and pipes of the wall mounted toilet are hidden in the wall, so the noise of water injection and drainage is reduced, which is much lower than traditional toilets.
④ Can be shifted (2-4m)
The wall mounted toilet requires a new pipeline to be built inside the wall and connected to the sewage pipe. The extension range of the pipeline can reach a radius of 2-4m, which is very suitable for some bathroom layouts that need to be adjusted. When shifting, attention should be paid to the distance and pipeline layout, otherwise it will reduce the toilet‘s sewage discharge capacity and easily cause blockage.
b. Disadvantages
① Complex installation
The installation of a regular toilet is very simple, just choose the appropriate hole position and apply glue for installation; The installation of wall mounted toilets is relatively complex, requiring pre installation of water tanks, sewage pipes, fixed brackets, etc., making the installation process quite cumbersome.
② Inconvenient maintenance
Due to the fact that both the water tank and pipelines are hidden, maintenance can be more complex if there are problems. For small problems, they can be checked through the maintenance port on the flushing panel, and problems with pipelines need to be solved by digging walls.
③ Higher prices
The price difference is very intuitive. The price of wall mounted toilets is much more expensive than regular toilets, and with the addition of some accessories and installation costs, the price difference between the two is still very large.
④ Lack of security
There is also a small drawback. Many users have reported that when using a wall mounted toilet for the first time, they may feel that the suspended device is not safe. However, everyone can rest assured that the wall mounted toilet can bear up to 200kg, and most people will not have any problems during normal use.
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How to install a wall mounted toilet
a. Installation of load-bearing walls
The installation of load-bearing walls requires a new wall to hide the water tank. It can be installed by building a new half wall near the wall or a high wall through the roof. Generally, building a half wall is sufficient for use, and there can also be storage space above it. This method does not save much space during installation, as the walls added to the water tank and the water tank position of the regular toilet occupy a certain amount of space.
b. Installation of non load-bearing walls
Non load-bearing walls can have holes in the wall to hide the water tank. After slotting, install brackets, water tanks, etc. according to standard procedures, eliminating the need for wall construction. This method is also the most area saving installation method.
c. New wall installation
The toilet is not located on any wall, and when a new wall is needed to hide the water tank, the normal installation steps should be followed. A low or high wall should be built to hide the water tank, and the toilet should be hung. In this case, the fixed wall of the toilet can also be used as a partition to divide the space.
d. Installation process
① Determine the height of the water tank
Confirm the installation position of the water tank based on the installation requirements and the required height. It is important to note that during the installation process, if the ground has not yet been paved, the height of the ground needs to be estimated.
② Install the water tank bracket
After confirming the position of the water tank, install the water tank bracket. The installation of the bracket needs to ensure that it is horizontal and vertical.
③ Install water tank and water pipe
After the bracket is installed, install the water tank and water pipe, and connect them with an angle valve. It is recommended to purchase high-quality products for the angle valve to avoid replacement in the future.
④ Installing drainage pipes
Next, install the drainage pipe, connect the original pit position with the pre installed position, and adjust the installation angle.
⑤ Build walls and decorate them (this step is not required for installation of non load-bearing walls with openings)
Light steel keel can be used for masonry walls, or lightweight bricks can be used to build walls. Specific high or half walls can be designed according to needs. After masonry is completed, decoration can be carried out, and ceramic tiles or coatings can be applied.
⑥ Installing the toilet body
The final step is to install the main body of the suspended toilet. Install the toilet on the decorated wall and secure it with bolts. Pay attention to the level of the toilet during the installation process.
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How to choose a wall mounted toilet
a. Choose guaranteed brands
When choosing a wall mounted toilet, try to purchase a well-known brand with guaranteed quality and after-sales service.
b. Pay attention to the material of the water tank
When purchasing a wall mounted toilet water tank, it is important to pay attention to whether it is made of high-grade resin and disposable blow molded. As it is a concealed project inside the wall, good materials and craftsmanship are very important.
c. Pay attention to installation height
Before installing a wall mounted toilet, it should be installed according to the height of the toilet body and the user’s desired height. If the height is not appropriate, the toilet experience will also be affected.
d. Pay attention to distance when shifting
If a wall mounted toilet needs to be moved during installation, attention should be paid to the distance and the direction of the pipeline. If the pipeline is not properly handled during the displacement, the probability of blockage in the later stage will be very high.
