Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Toilet for Your Home
In modern home decoration, the toilet is an important part of the bathroom, its purchase is particularly critical. A suitable toilet can not only enhance the comfort of use but also improve the overall aesthetics and functionality of the bathroom. So, how to buy a toilet for your family? In this article, we will analyze in detail from various aspects of the purchase of toilet strategy.
Types and characteristics of the toilet
In the purchase of a toilet, you first need to understand the different types of toilets and their characteristics. Currently on the market toilets is mainly divided into the following categories:
1. One-piece toilet
A one-piece toilet is a toilet in which the water tank and the toilet seat are molded in one piece. This toilet has a simple appearance, easy to install, and relatively easy to clean. The disadvantage is that it is larger, takes up more space, and the price is relatively high.
2. Split Toilet
Split toilet refers to the water tank and toilet seat separate manufacturing, and installation of the toilet. This toilet is relatively low in price and easy to maintain, but the installation is more complex, more difficult to clean, and the appearance is not as beautiful as the one-piece toilet.
3. Wall-mounted toilet
Wall-mounted toilet refers to the toilet hanging on the wall, the water tank is hidden in the wall of the toilet. This toilet looks stylish, space-saving, and easy to clean, but the installation is complicated, you need to reserve a good installation location before decoration, and the price is higher.
4. Intelligent toilet
Intelligent toilet integrates a variety of intelligent functions, such as automatic flushing, seat heating, warm water cleaning, drying, etc., to enhance the comfort and convenience of use. Its disadvantage is a higher price and larger maintenance cost.
Key indicators of toilet purchase
After understanding the types of toilets, you also need to consider the following key indicators when shopping:
1. Flushing method
The flushing method directly affects the use of the toilet and the use of water resources. At present, the common flushing methods are direct flush and siphon.
1) Direct Flush
Direct-flush toilets through the direct impact of the water flow will flush away dirt, flushing speed, and noise, suitable for families with short drainage pipes. The advantage is that the water flow is strong, and not easy to clog, the disadvantage is that the flushing
Easy to clog, the disadvantages are the flushing noise and a larger amount of water.
2) Siphon
Siphon toilet sucks away the dirt through the siphon principle, less noise when flushing, and less water, suitable for families with longer drainage pipes. Its advantages are good flushing effect, low noise, and water saving, the disadvantage is complex installation, and the price is relatively high.
2. Drainage method
The drainage method determines the installation location and drainage effect of the toilet. At present, there are common drainage methods under the drainage and after the drainage.
1) Lower drainage
Lower drainage (ground drainage) is the drainage outlet located below the ground, suitable for families with drainage pipes on the ground. The advantage is easy to install, a good drainage effect, the disadvantage is the need to reserve the location of the drain, change is more complicated.
2) rear drainage
After the drainage (wall drainage) refers to the drainage port located on the wall, applicable to the drainage pipe in the wall of the family. The advantage is space-saving, and flexible installation, the disadvantage is that the installation is complex, drainage effect is limited.
3. Water tank capacity
Water tank capacity directly affects the toilet flushing effect and water utilization. Generally speaking, the water tank capacity of about 6 liters of toilet can meet the needs of daily use. Selection should pay attention to the water-saving performance of the water tank, choose a toilet with a two-stage flushing function, you can choose a large amount of water or a small amount of water according to the need to flush, saving water.
4. Seat height
Seat height determines the comfort of the toilet. Generally speaking, the toilet seat height between 40-45 centimeters is suitable for most adults. If you have an elderly person or a child at home, you can choose a height-adjustable toilet to improve the comfort and convenience of use.
5. Material and workmanship
The material and craftsmanship of the toilet directly affect its service life and cleaning difficulty. Generally speaking, the ceramic toilet has better durability and is easy to clean. When choosing, you should pay attention to the glaze quality of the toilet, choose a toilet with a smooth surface, no cracks, and no bubbles to avoid the adhesion of dirt and bacteria.
Toilet purchase considerations
After understanding the types and key indicators of the toilet, you also need to pay attention to the following points when shopping:
Confirm the location of the drain
Before buying a toilet, you should confirm the location and size of the drain in the bathroom at home, and choose the appropriate drainage method and drain size of the toilet to avoid mismatch problems during installation.
Choose a well-known brand
When choosing a toilet, it is recommended to choose products of well-known brands to ensure quality and after-sales service. Well-known brands of toilets in the design, materials, craftsmanship, and other aspects of a higher standard, the use of the effect and service life is more guaranteed.
Pay attention to water-saving performance
Water-saving performance is a key factor to consider when buying a toilet. Choosing a toilet with water-saving certification can effectively reduce the waste of water and lower water costs. At the same time, the toilet with two-stage flushing function can be selected according to the need for large or small amount of water flushing, more water-saving.
Focus on smart features
If the budget allows, you can choose a toilet with intelligent features to enhance the comfort and convenience of use. Intelligent toilet has automatic flushing, seat heating, warm water cleaning, drying and other functions, especially suitable for families with the elderly or children.
HOROW intelligent toilet is your best choice, HOROW T05 is one of the HOROW intelligent bidet toilets. This HOROW smart toilet adopts the design concept of opening and closing the lid automatically, thus reducing the number of times we bend over. The left and right timing heating and automatic deodorizing functions allow us to enjoy the warmth in the cold winter without the odor. The multi-function remote control can operate 4 flushing modes and 4 water temperature adjustment modes, matching almost everyone's usage habits. The functions of the one-piece elongated smart toilet greatly enhance the convenience and hygiene of our daily lives.
Toilet installation and maintenance
After selecting the right toilet, proper installation and maintenance are equally important. Here are some suggestions for installation and maintenance:
Installation notes
Reserve the location of the drain: Before installing the toilet, you should reserve the location and size of the drain to ensure that it matches the toilet you have purchased.
Ensure the level: the installation should ensure the level of the toilet, to avoid tilting affect the use of the effect.
Seal treatment: the installation should be good sealing treatment of the drain and the bottom of the toilet to prevent water seepage and odor.
Professional installation: It is recommended to ask professional installers to install to ensure the installation quality and safety.
Daily maintenance
Regular cleaning: Use professional cleaners to clean the toilet regularly to keep its surface neat and smooth.
Attention to protection: avoid the use of strong acid and alkali cleaners, so as not to damage the glaze of the toilet.
Timely maintenance: found that the toilet leakage, clogging, etc., should be timely maintenance, to avoid affecting the use of the effect.
Ventilation: The bathroom should be well-ventilated to avoid the effect of a humid environment on the toilet.
