Toilet bowl release: how to make the right choice

The choice of toilet is the most important point in the arrangement of the toilet. To date, produced a lot of models that may have different design features, differing in functionality, material and color. But before you go to the plumbing store, you should determine in advance which release of the toilet bowl to choose.

What is release?

Before you opt for a particular model, you need to figure out what the issue is. This drain hole connected to the sewer pipe.

Today there are such types of toilet bowls for release:

1. Horizontal flush toilet - this is a design, the release of which is located on the same level with the sewer riser. This option is very versatile, meeting in Finnish and Swedish models.
2. Toilet with floor or direct release. To install it requires an appropriate sewer. Most often, this design is used in individual construction. The main advantage of these models is that they can be installed anywhere, even in the middle of the room. These toilets have a built-in pipe and siphon, which are located in the lower part of the body. The sewer line in this case is located under the overlap, because there is an opportunity to bring the sewer socket in any convenient place.

1. Toilet with bottom release, which is located at an angle of 30 to 45 degrees. This type is often found in the bathrooms of domestic production. Also, these options are very popular among Russian manufacturers. They are distinguished by a very low price.

Selection features

The choice of one or another option directly depends on the particulars of the sewer system.

Note! If you decide to choose a toilet yourself, but the master will be responsible for installing it, then you should definitely consult with him about what type of equipment to choose. Otherwise, the installation may be difficult, and the only way out of the situation can only be the replacement of the toilet bowl.

The following table will help you determine which type of toilet outlet to choose.

How to choose a toilet

Choose a toilet should be in three main parameters:

1. The location of the tank. May be high, medium or low. Constructions with a high tank located have the best discharge, but are considered obsolete, because they are inconvenient and unaesthetic.
2. The location of the outlet, and accordingly, the type of siphon, as we discussed above. There is also a universal release of the toilet bowl, which is suitable for connecting both in direct and in oblique versions.
3. Type of attachment, on which the installation features will depend.

How to install a toilet

Installing a toilet bowl with a horizontal release with your own hands is not particularly difficult.

The instruction assumes the following nuances:

1. If the structure is fastened to the floor with bolts, then you must first prepare a wooden plank called taffeta.

Note! For taffeta, it is best to choose hardwoods such as beech or oak. Such a board should be mandatory treated with linseed oil and antiseptic.

1. According to the size of the board, we make a hollow in the floor so that the board fits tightly into it.
2. Put a thin layer of cement in the hollow.

1. Experts recommend hammering nails into the board in such a way that they protrude 2-3 cm from the bottom of the board. This will ensure better adhesion to the cement.
2. If you purchased a product with a direct release, then you will have to cut a hole in the taffeta. For this can be used jigsaw. If it is not, then you can drill out through a few small holes with a drill, and then cut the lintels with a chisel, forming one large hole.
3. We lay the board on cement.
4. When the cement grasps, install the toilet. To do this, combine the outlet process and sewer pipe. After that, we fasten the process with bolts, under each of which rubber pads should be laid.

Tip! In order that in case of failure of the toilet bowl, you can easily replace it, it is necessary to grease the bolts with grease.

1. In order to connect the outlet to the sewer pipe, you can use a flexible adapter.

However, you can use another method of attachment. To do this, we lubricate the appendix with red lead or white, after which a layer of rope from hemp is wound onto it.

It is not necessary to reel so that the sealer cannot get into the sewer system and cause it to clog. After winding, we coat the seal with red lead. With this type of installation, it is not recommended to use cement, since it can squeeze porcelain and cause cracking of the bowl.

1. In that case, if you decide to mount to the floor with epoxy glue, then the glue must be applied to the base of the toilet bowl and a section of the floor located under the base, which is pre-cleaned of debris and dust. After connecting the process to the sewer pipe, the product is installed in place. The thickness of the adhesive layer should be 5 mm.

Tip! Remember that epoxy glue is poisonous. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out work in gloves. At the completion of the work, be sure to wash your hands. In the event that glue gets on the skin, it should be removed with a solvent, after which the affected area is washed with warm water and soap.

1. After 12 hours after installation, the tank can be attached to the structure and connected to the cold water pipe using a flexible hose.

Conclusion

The release design is the most important parameter that should be considered when choosing a toilet bowl. It is he who determines the connection to the sewage, therefore, before buying this sanitary product, it is advisable to consult on this issue with the plumber who will install it.

If you will be engaged in installation independently, then in case of a wrong choice the flexible hose can correct a situation. You can get more information on this topic from the video in this article.