Toilet bowl: oblique or direct release - which is better?

When arranging a home, you have to solve a variety of issues, including choosing plumbing. It’s great if the bath and the toilet are made in the same style. But if it’s quite simple to choose a bath, then when choosing a latrine the question often arises: is the toilet oblique or direct discharge - which is better? Release is an important factor in the division of plumbing. Depending on the location of the connecting hole, it can be horizontal, vertical and oblique. In the article we will try to talk about the various nuances of the choice of plumbing for the toilet room, dwell on the advantages and disadvantages of each type of release.

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Toilet release - which one to choose?

Today on the market there are a huge number of different models of toilets, differing in the material of manufacture, color, functionality and type of pipe.

The outlet is a drain hole that connects the plumbing to the sewer. The pipe can be located in only three directions, and its choice is related to the position of the sewer pipe.

The following types of toilets are distinguished by type of release:

1. Plumbing with a vertical pipe
2. With horizontal (direct) pipe.
3. With an oblique connection.
4. With universal (vario release).

Important! Double release or release of vario allows both horizontal and vertical connection of plumbing.

To answer the question of which toilet toilet outlet is better, it is necessary to evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages of each type.

Horizontal release

Plumbing of this type is gaining more and more popularity recently. Toilets with a horizontal pipe can be observed in new buildings, since there the sewer system is prudently made for them.

Advantages of the model:

• Easy installation. For a device with a horizontal outlet, the nozzle is located in the rear and is parallel to the floor. For installation, the plumbing must be pushed firmly against the wall, and the sewer pipe should be connected using a cuff. The toilet is attached to the floor with dowels and bolts.
• Neat appearance.
• Convenience of location for repair and maintenance.
• A variety of designs. On sale there are attached, floor, suspended models. Depending on the size of the toilet room, you can always choose the appropriate option.

The disadvantages of the device:

• If the installation is not carried out correctly, the connection between the pipe and the sewer pipe can be short-lived.
• The need for a strictly fixed point when connecting, located in a specific place on the floor.

Oblique release

Since the days of the Soviet Union, plumbing with an oblique pipe has been produced. And today in our apartments there is such plumbing, so it’s not difficult to choose the right option when replacing it.

The main advantages of the model:

• Reliability.
• Universality.
• Easy installation.
• Practicality.
• Variety of species.

Upright toilets

Models of this type can often be seen in old buildings and private homes. Toilets of this design are connected to a sewer pipe located in the floor. Due to this, they have a lot of advantages:

• Noiselessness.
• The funnel-shaped bowl well prevents water splashing.
• The pipes are all hidden on the floor, not on display.
• Aesthetics.
• A variety of models.
• Space saving.
• Perfect for country houses.
• The possibility of using decorative elements.

The choice between the types of plumbing is yours. We hope that by weighing the pros and cons of each type of pipe, you can answer the question for yourself, oblique or direct release of the toilet - which is better? The only advice: choose the release of plumbing based on the location of the existing sewer entrance.

Important! If you choose the plumbing model yourself, and put the installation on the shoulders of a specialist, be sure to consult with him on which type to stop. Based on the area of ​​the toilet room and the location of the sewer pipes, the master will tell you which is better - oblique or horizontal outlet, since the connection of the toilet bowl directly depends on its type.

You can install plumbing yourself, if you take into account some features of the connection of each type of release. This will be discussed below.

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Connecting a toilet with an oblique and horizontal outlet

Straight and oblique pipes are located behind the sanitary ware. To connect the device you will need:

1. Cuff or corrugation. It all depends on where the toilet is located:
   • If it is on the same level with the sewer inlet and is not shifted in any direction, then a rubber cuff is enough to connect the outlet and the sewer pipe.
   • If the toilet is deflected (even a short distance) from the sewer inlet, then corrugation is required to connect it.
2. Sealant.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Put the toilet in its intended place.
2. Check if the sewer outlet and outlet match. Based on the results, select the material to connect.
3. Mark the installation area of ​​the plumbing device so as not to make a mistake when connecting.
4. Seal the cuff (corrugation) with sealant. This will give the joint additional tightness.
5. Connect the cuff (corrugation) to the sewer.
6. Reinstall the toilet.
7. Outlet (oblique or straight) connect with the fastener.
8. Fasten the toilet.
9. Check the tightness of the connection.

Important! Corrugation can be replaced with a regular plastic pipe designed for sewage. Select the bend and size of the pipe individually.

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Vertical outlet toilet connection

If, when deciding whether the toilet is oblique or direct, which is better, you prefer a vertical arrangement, then to connect you will need:

• Special connecting flange with a clamp.
• Sealant.

Connect the equipment as follows:

1. Choose a place to install plumbing equipment, based on the rule: the exhaust pipe and the sewer inlet must match.
2. Mark the location of the plumbing fixture to prevent further deviations.
3. Fit bolts designed to fix the latrine onto the flange.
4. Install the flange to the sewer.
5. Seal the junction for reliability.
6. Place the toilet on the connector. At the same time, align the pipe with the flange connector as accurately as possible. Use a rubber gasket or sealant to seal the resulting joint.
7. Fix the outlet with a special element located on the flange.
8. Fix the latrine on the floor and check the tightness of the joints.

Important! Do not use a conventional rubber seal in place of the flange, since fixing the rubber gasket does not allow you to achieve the required level of fixation of plumbing equipment.

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How to install a toilet with a direct outlet instead of an oblique?

You can easily remove the old version and use your favorite model.To eliminate the discrepancy, it is necessary to purchase a special adapter that will connect the protrusion to the sewer pipe.

Important! Take the choice of corrugation very seriously, since if the part is of poor quality, then after a while it will begin to crack. In addition, all connections must be completely tight.

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Features of the choice of plumbing equipment

Progress does not stand still, and manufacturers are constantly offering consumers new types of plumbing. In order to responsibly take the choice and acquire a high-quality model, it is necessary to take into account several criteria at once.

Latrine model

This criterion depends on the size of the toilet room and your preferences. If the bathroom is small, then you can purchase a hanging option. In this case, the entire floor surface will be freed, and the room will be easy to keep clean.

Important! In addition to hanging options, floor and side models are on the market.

Bowl shape

The following bowl shapes are distinguished: round, funnel-shaped, with a shelf (dish-shaped), with a slope. In the model with a funnel-shaped bowl, the drain hole is located in the center. In a design with a slope, the drain hole is offset to one side.

Important! The option with a shelf is currently rarely used, due to numerous shortcomings.

Drain system

On the market are models with continuous drainage of water (single-mode) and models in which the discharge occurs at a certain dosage (dual-mode). The latest model allows you to regulate and control the flow of water as needed.

Kind of tank

On this basis, we can distinguish the following types of latrine:

• compacts (with detachable tank and molded product);
• toilet bowls with flush cistern of flush mounting type;
• hanging tanks.

Models with hanging tanks are used less and less, due to their unpopularity. Plumbing with a flush tank of a hidden installation type is becoming increasingly popular, due to its advantages: compactness (the tank is mounted in a wall or a niche), a stronger drain, and noiselessness.

Production material

One of the distinguishing features of the equipment is the material of manufacture. There are models for sale made of earthenware, porcelain, acrylic, metal:

• Faience absorbs moisture quite strongly, which leads to the appearance of small cracks on the surface and to a change in the original color.
• Porcelain practically does not trap dirt, however, the cost of porcelain models is much higher. In addition, porcelain does not tolerate shock and mechanical damage.
• Acrylic products can be looked after using cleaning products without abrasive particles.

Important! You can opt for more fashionable and exotic models of glass, stone.

Anti-splash system

This system is designed to eliminate splashes from the toilet. The principle of operation of this system is the special geometry of the drain hole. Often the drain is biased to one side so that the water column is minimal and splashes are eliminated.

Toilet lid

Models with a built-in micro-lift have appeared on the modern market. Such a cover model will not wake the household with its rumbling lowering into the latrine.

Manufacturer

Pay attention to the models of traditional “players” of the market - European and American manufacturers. Their products are of high quality, durability, reliability. All of these specifications are backed by a long-term warranty.

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The variety of plumbing equipment is really huge. We hope that our tips and tricks have helped you make the right choice. From our article, you already know with which way out there are toilet bowls, so choose the best one for yourself without any problems. Let your sanitary room be comfortable, functional and stylish!