A vertical flush toilet is best suited for rooms where the sewer pipe is under the floor and the neck is brought to the toilet itself and placed under it. For other situations, for example, when the pipeline is located in a wall or above the floor surface, plumbing with horizontal and oblique outlet is used.
Description
A similar design can often be found in bathrooms in new buildings and apartments with a modern design. A toilet with a vertical flush to the floor should be located exactly above the neck of the pipeline, so the installation process is characterized by some difficulties and the need to comply with all marks. Attached plumbing devices also require particular accuracy during installation. Before choosing one or another option, it is necessary to measure the distance from the neck of the sewer to the wall.
Materials
There are several basic materials used to create plumbing, which include the following:
- Earthenware is characterized by low cost and resistance to household chemicals. Despite its prevalence, it is not without drawbacks, the main among which is a surface with a large number of pores, due to which contaminants quickly accumulate on it. Today, techniques are used to eliminate this problem, for example, glazing.
- Artificial stone (polymer concrete) is a material created from acrylic and quartz sand. It has a beautiful and non-standard texture. A characteristic feature is the low resistance to chemicals, in particular to abrasives, alkalis and concentrated acids.
- China belongs to the budget category. It has a smooth surface and is easy to clean with standard household products due to the absence of pores.
- Stainless steel is used to create anti-vandal toilets with a specific appearance, unusual for most buyers and high cost. As a rule, they are installed in cafes, restaurants and other common areas.
Mold and drain
A toilet with a vertical flush can have a different shape, which depends on the location of the water mirror. There are two main options - front and rear. In the first case, more frequent cleaning with a brush is required, but there are no splashes. In the rear, the surface is less likely to get dirty, but there is a problem with the presence of splashes. To eliminate it, the Anti-Splash system is often used today, which is a rounded protrusion located above the release. The size of the vertical flush toilet is selected depending on the dimensions of the socket.
The most common are circular and rear discharge. The latter perfectly cleans the most contaminated part of the bowl, but it may not affect the rest of the surface. The circular version provides complete cleaning.
How to choose the best option
Among all the models, the most widespread are toilet bowls with direct vertical discharge, made of porcelain. They have an easily cleaned surface and cost a little more than faience. To ensure maximum cleanliness and reduce the number of splashes, you should opt for a version with a rear mirror and equipment in the form of an anti-splash system.
Circular discharge will simplify cleaning, and reliable fittings manufactured by a well-known manufacturer will ensure long-term comfortable operation. Double drain equipment is also desirable.
When is a vertical flush toilet needed?
In many cases, one does not have to choose production options, since the use of one or another is dictated by the installation of sewers. Such a model, as a rule, is installed if the socket of the sewerage is at the same level with the floor. A similar type of arrangement of sewer pipes is common in houses built in the 40-60s of the last century. The bell is connected to the riser placed next to the wall by a branch having an oblique tee. It is worth noting that the ladder (tap) was installed earlier under the ceiling in the underlying apartment and often led to scandals among neighbors.
Today, mainly floor- mounted installation of sewage is found, to which plumbing is suitable with direct and horizontal discharge. This installation principle simplifies installation and allows you to quickly move the toilet to the desired location without any difficulties. Despite this, a vertical flush toilet, the photo of which is presented above, is popular with people living in private estates. This is due to several reasons, the main of which is easy access to the sewage system, provided by the presence of an underground space or basement. Thus, there is no difficulty in maintaining and repairing the system. Also, thanks to the release of this type, the sewer pipe remains hidden, which significantly improves the appearance of the room.
Dismantling
To begin with, the fasteners are unscrewed. If the toilet bowl is additionally fixed with a sealant, it is separated from the floor with a light blow facing upwards. You can also use the chisel placed under the base.
The design rotates and extends upward. Caution should be exercised, as crumbled cement and other small debris can get into the sewer pipe. This is highly undesirable due to the high probability of gaps.
Installation
Despite the fact that the installation of plumbing devices does not require specific skills, some difficulties may arise that can be easily solved by understanding the intricacies of the process.
The tightness of the connection is achieved using an annular cuff made of rubber. If there is dirt on the socket, the surface must be thoroughly cleaned, and then fix the cuff with sealant. Next, points for fasteners are marked and holes are drilled, after which the toilet is installed with a vertical drain and fixed with screws. In addition to tightness, a rubber cuff will ensure the absence of unpleasant odors. If the plumbing is mounted on an uneven floor surface, the gaps formed must be filled with sealant or cement mortar.
Installing a toilet with a different type of outlet
If the room has plumbing with a vertical outlet, if necessary, it can be replaced with a product with a horizontal and oblique type, but it should be borne in mind that its location will be changed.
To accomplish this task, a sewer corrugated pipe equipped with sealing cuffs will be required.
Plumbing is fixed with standard fasteners, while the distance between the sewer pipe and the outlet should be minimal. The corrugation, covered with a layer of sealant, is inserted into the bell. Another part of the corrugated pipe is installed on the outlet, also treated with a sealant.
The corrugation should have the same slope to the bell over the entire part, while there should be no wrinkles or bumps.
Toilet displacement
If you want to move the toilet with a vertical drain without using corrugations, the following algorithm of actions is applied. Plumbing is dismantled from its former location, after which the bell is cleaned of debris. You need to insert a sewer corner and a cuff into it, which are sent towards the desired location of the toilet.
With the help of a pipe, the bell extends to the required length, after an additional corner it turns up. Sealant is used to assemble all joints. Plumbing is installed on a concrete pedestal, after laying the selected coating on the surface.
Mounting Features
Sewer corrugation provides connection even in confined spaces. It is made of plastic and has a stretched ribbed surface. The first step in the installation of any plumbing is the layout of the location and the used fasteners. When putting the corrugation on, it must be remembered that it must be pushed on it by at least 4-5 cm.
Of particular importance is the tightness test of the joints. To do this, pour a large amount of water into the toilet and look at the joints, in the absence of leakage, you can fix the toilet with a vertical drain. Installation on this is completed, it remains only to process the joints with sealant and connect the drain tank.