How to judge the quality of a toilet? What details should you pay attention to when buying a toilet?

We all know that toilets are a common household item in life. Many people have toilets in their homes, especially if the bathroom is relatively large. There are many kinds of toilets on the market, and different toilets have different usage effects. So what kind of toilet is better to buy? Let's take a closer look!

What details should I pay attention to when buying a toilet

Toilet Type

My family has always used a one-piece toilet, but there are also smart toilets on the market. Anyway, everyone who has used them thinks they are good. If you want to buy a toilet, you might consider whether the smart toilet is really as easy to use as rumored.

However, when installing a smart toilet, you should reserve space for sockets and faucets on the back side of the toilet in the early stage of water and electricity renovation. You also need to consider issues such as pit distance and the load-bearing capacity of the water tank. So you can't install a smart toilet just because you want to.

Wall row, floor row, pit distance

The wall drain and floor drain are actually the sewage outlet of the toilet. Generally speaking, one toilet corresponds to one sewage outlet. Floor drain is the most common way of sewage discharge, which is to discharge it underground. The wall drain is that the sewage pipe is pre-buried in the wall, and the sewage outlet of the toilet is connected to the sewage pipe in the wall. The whole project is much more complicated than the floor drain, and it is generally used for wall-mounted toilets.

Since we mentioned wall and floor racks, let's talk about the pit distance. Most floor racks are 300 or 400mm, and wall racks are 180mm. Of course, if you want to shift, you can also use a shifter, but try to control it within 100mm.

Flushing capacity

The flushing method is an important factor in the whole toilet purchase. The direct flushing method has a strong flushing force and can carry away more excrement; the siphon type is the opposite, the pipe is long and thin, the flushing force is relatively weak, but it can also flush cleanly. It is up to you to decide between the two.

Blockage and taste

If the toilet is clogged, it will be a real disaster. The larger the diameter of the toilet pipe, the less likely it is to be clogged. In this regard, direct flushing is better than siphon type. In addition, when purchasing, you can put your hand into the sewage outlet of the toilet to see if the inner wall is smooth. If it is rough, it is easy to get dirty.

The second is the problem of odor. Generally, the odor mainly depends on the water seal. If the water seal is too low, it is impossible to isolate the odor. If the water seal is too high, water splashes will often occur when going to the toilet, generally not less than 50mm.

Water saving

Toilets also consume a lot of water. Assuming a family of three uses a 6L single-stall toilet to flush four times a day, they will use 3*4*6*30=2160L of water in a month. Assuming a 3L/6L double-stall toilet is used (1 big flush and 3 small flushes), 3*1*6*30+3*3*30*3=1350L of water. The difference is really more than just a little bit.

Toilets come in single-speed and double-speed versions, depending on the water efficiency level of the toilet. The lower the level, the more water-saving it is. However, this does not mean the lower the better. The water consumption of different energy efficiency levels and gears is different, so you should choose according to your own situation.

quality

The quality of the toilet is of course the top priority. Otherwise, if it cracks or breaks after just a few days of use, wouldn’t it be useless? The two most important factors affecting the quality of a toilet are weight and water quality.

A good toilet weighs about 100 pounds and is strong and durable. A low-quality toilet is light and may crack later. The best way to test the weight is to check the water tank cover. If it feels heavy in your hand and makes a crisp sound when you knock on it, it means the quality is OK.

The water fittings inside the water tank are basically used frequently every day. If the water fittings break down after just a few days of use, they need to be repaired. Good water fittings should have sensitive connecting rods, smooth pressing and normal rebound.

Appearance noise

Of course a good toilet must be good-looking, so the requirements for the glaze material of the toilet itself are relatively high. The surface should be as smooth and delicate as an egg without bumps, otherwise cracks and impurities will greatly reduce its value.

The noise is related to the direct flushing, siphoning and cover. The direct flushing force is large and the noise is loud, while the siphoning force is small and the noise is small. Be sure to choose a cover with a descender, otherwise the noise will be very loud when the cover is lowered.

Comfort

What I consider most about the comfort of the toilet is that my parents are old and their waist strength is not so good. If I were to buy one, I would probably try to choose a toilet with side buttons. If you have elderly people at home, you can also refer to this. Of course, smart toilets are another matter.

How to tell if a toilet is good or bad

Water Parts

The water fittings largely determine the life of the toilet, because if the quality of the water fittings is not good, it will be difficult to buy matching accessories after a few years. Poor quality of the water fittings can lead to problems such as water tank failure, inability to flush, water leakage, water waste, etc. It is the core component of the toilet. It is known as the "heart of the toilet".

Durable

Is the toilet sturdy and durable? A cracked toilet is not only difficult to repair, but it can also easily cause water leakage, which can affect the use of the toilet at the least, or even lead to water leakage accidents and compensation issues.

Toilet quality

The above two points are actually about quality. If the quality is not good, no matter how high the technological content, how good the craftsmanship and how advanced the design concept are, there is no foundation. The quality of toilets should be the most important aspect for people to consider when buying toilets. Among the quality, the reliability and durability of the product are the basis.

Water efficiency level

The water efficiency level of the toilet and water conservation are equally important. Although the water bill is not high, water resources should not be wasted. The less water is used, the more money it saves and the more resources it conserves. Most toilets have built-in water tanks that can only be flushed once after the water supply is cut off.

After-sales service

Nowadays, people's consumption concepts are changing. While improving product quality, they also pay attention to product after-sales service, installation and repair, maintenance, and use guarantee. If the toilet is not installed properly, it will cause the toilet to smell bad, stink, flush poorly, drip and leak, and other problems.

What kind of toilet should I buy?

1. Structure

The most common toilet structure is the split type, which is widely used in homes because it is not easy to clog and has a strong impact of water flow. In addition, there are also one-piece types, wall-mounted types, tankless types, etc., with varying types and each having its own strengths.

2. Function

The function of the toilet has evolved from solving basic physiological needs to a more humanized design with the addition of heat preservation, cleaning, sterilization and other functions. The emergence of smart toilets has provided great convenience and fun for people's daily lives and is the first choice for wealthy families.

3. Appearance

"This is an era of appearance", and toilets are no exception. Everyone has a love of beauty, and a noble, fresh, and cute appearance will make people feel relaxed and happy. The appearance of the toilet is no longer pure white. It caters to people's aesthetics and adds novel and unique designs, presenting the ordinary toilet with a picture of home aesthetics.