Poppet toilets: features, disadvantages and advantages

The shape of the toilet bowl is currently funnel-shaped, visor and dish-shaped. The choice of these devices is one of the most important decisions during the renovation of a bathroom. This article will discuss in more detail the features, advantages and disadvantages of poppet toilets.

A bowl-shaped toilet is an equipment equipped with a platform (shelf) where waste is accumulated and then removed under the influence of a stream of water. The drain hole is always offset to the front.

A significant advantage of bowl-shaped toilets is the absence of splashes. In addition, if you, through negligence, drop your keys, phone or other important object into the toilet bowl, it will not immediately fall into the drain, but will linger on the shelf. This is where the advantages of bowl toilets end.

The disadvantages include the following points:

• devices with this type of bowl cannot be called economical, a large amount of water is spent on flushing;
• not all waste is well washed off the shelf, so you often have to use a brush;
• water stagnates on the platform, which leads to the formation of rusty deposits;
• in bathrooms with toilets of this type, unpleasant odors are often present;
• since this model is of the old model, not all manufacturers make toilets of this type, in order to find such a device you will have to run around the shops.

The design with a dish-shaped bowl is primarily made by Russian companies.

An example is a firm Santekin the union Roca since 2007, as well as other best manufacturers of sanitary ware in the world. The choice of products of this brand is quite wide, the quality is high, and the price is acceptable. This manufacturer uses foreign technologies and components, which allows its products to comply with European standards. Disc toilets of the brand are represented by models Boreal, Caesar, Breeze and many others.

Another Russian brand that produces sanitary ware is SANTERI... It is also part of the group of companies Roca since 2010, and enjoys all the advantages of the concern. The manufacturer of this brand is located in the Kaluga region. He began his work in 1991. The materials from which the SANTERI equipment is made are environmentally friendly and meet all international standards. The sanitary ware is covered with a glaze resistant to chemical attack, and is also distinguished by a special whiteness and a long service life. In the assortment of dish-shaped toilets of the brand, you can find models such as "Ultra", "Orion", "Version"... The last two, in addition to white, are also presented in beige, blue and light green shades.

Lobny plant is a well-known manufacturer of bowl toilets. Plumbing of this brand is manufactured in the city of Lobnya. The quality is high, a special service at the enterprise is responsible for it, the price will not hit the wallet. The selection of products is quite extensive, including dish-shaped toilets are represented by models "Debut", "Comfort".

Another Russian manufacturer of plumbing equipment is exemplified by the brand "Oskol ceramics"... The enterprise is located in the city of Stary Oskol, equipped with Russian and Italian equipment.The manufacturer uses high quality environmental materials that meet all international standards. The products are resistant to the influence of aggressive chemicals and will delight their owners with exceptional whiteness for a long time. Ceramic toilet "Rainbow" from this brand presents a model with a shelf. Also models with a plate are "Salute", "Optima standard", "Universal standard".

On the market you can find a Polish company Hybner... Products of this brand occupy one of the leading places in Russia. It has been producing sanitary ceramics since 1990. Throughout its existence, the company has been constantly improving. Its products are of high quality and comply with the ISO 9001: 2000 quality standard. The company uses high-tech equipment and innovative production methods. Hybner toilets have an eco-stop button that allows you to control the flow of water when flushing. And also with the 3/6 system, which saves water consumption.

The type of bowl is not the last criterion when choosing a toilet. If you have decided on this, then you should pay attention to other characteristics.

Toilet bowls are floor-standing, wall-mounted and flush-mounted.

Floor standing toilets are the most common. Such a device is attached to the floor with screws.

They are of two types:

• compact;
• monoblock.

The compact design implies the separation of the bowl and the tank, which, in turn, can be located on a solid or add-on shelf. This solution makes it possible to change part of the device if necessary.

The monoblock is a one-piece system, individual parts cannot be repaired, but it is much cheaper than the previous version.

Wall-mounted toilets are less common due to the difficulty in installing. In this case, the bowl is attached to a false wall, behind which the cistern and the drainage system are hidden. But this type of construction takes up less space.

Mortise is most often used in places with high traffic (cafes, theaters, hospitals).

There are three types of connection of the device to the sewer. They correspond to the possible arrangement of sewer pipes in your home: straight, oblique and floor outlet. In the first case, the drain of the device is made horizontally. The oblique release is made with a floor angle. Release to the floor - vertically. The choice of the type of drain depends only on the location of the drain pipes in your home. By choosing the appropriate release, you do not have to purchase additional connecting corrugations.

Toilet bowls differ in the type of flush:

• rear - washes away sewage more efficiently due to a strong stream of water emanating from the back wall;
• circular - washes all the walls inside the bowl without splashing.

Toilet bowls may also vary in materials. The most common and inexpensive is earthenware. It has a porous structure, due to which it absorbs odors and makes maintenance difficult. Porcelain is an expensive, but better quality material. Not so often in the store you can find plumbing fixtures made of stainless steel or natural stone.

For tips on choosing, see the video below.