Pros and cons of a rimless toilet

Over the years, plumbing engineering experts have designed new types of residential and commercial toilets. The main aspect is hygiene. More recently, a new innovative development was introduced to the market - Rimless without a rim. This toilet has already gained popularity in European countries. Today we will learn about the advantages and disadvantages of this type.

How is it different from a standard toilet?

As you can understand from the name, A “rimless” new toilet does not have a rim, behind which waste residues usually accumulate and bacteria multiply. Visually, the model is also different; moreover, experts have changed the flushing principle.

In classic models, the rim serves as a guide for the flow of water. However, the presence of a cavity promotes the proliferation of bacteria and other microorganisms. After all, in fact, the brush simply does not reach hard-to-reach places. Only regular manual cleaning can correct the situation. It is impossible to carry this out for large establishments. Speaking of home use, it is unlikely that the housewife will want to wear gloves and carry out deep cleaning every day.

Moreover, due to the presence of the rim, rusty smudges often begin to appear. It is almost impossible to get rid of them; after just a few years, the snow-white toilet loses its appearance.Many manufacturers spend huge amounts of money on glazed coatings, which can extend their service life. However, such models are many times more expensive than regular ones and do not provide a complete guarantee of cleanliness.

Important! Despite the fact that the rimless toilet is an innovative development, its cost is practically no different from a regular one.

Experts assure that the new model will be able to eliminate a huge number of problems that citizens previously had to face.

Working principle of a rimless bowl

Since the new model does not have a rim, the water flows much faster, the jet is more powerful, which allows you to efficiently wash a smooth surface. There are no drops, no smudges or residues flowing down.

The most interesting thing is that The developed shape of the bowl does not allow water to go beyond the edges, thereby preventing the formation of splashes. Many models additionally have a special water divider, which creates a special direction for the flow.

Most often you can find models with a built-in tank. The suspension system will support 500 kg. Due to the elimination of the rim, the models have no seam, which guarantees the absence of leaks.

Advantages of a plumbing fixture

The biggest plus is hygiene. Since the design completely eliminates the presence of hard-to-reach places, dirt and excess moisture do not linger on the walls of the case. Microorganisms do not find a place where they can begin to reproduce. Every time you flush, the flow of water simply washes away everything unnecessary.

Owners do not need to carry out regular cleaning using harsh chemicals, since everyone has already noticed that it greatly corrodes the protective layer. After this, the toilet becomes not white, but gray or yellow.According to manufacturers, the toilet can be wiped even with a damp cloth. There will be no smell or unpleasant residues.

The second aspect that is worth paying attention to is saving money on the meter. This device is already in almost every home, and the owners know how much water is spent on flushes. According to experts, the new development will help save up to 30% monthly, and there is no need to make a “double” tank or add a load. This point is explained quite simply:

• Most often, models have a “double button” function, which allows you to control the half-drawdown; in this case, the water in the tank is consumed by 50%;
• Due to the improved flushing system and flow direction, there is no need to flush water twice.

Advanced flush system works much quieter than usual. Owners will no longer hear the sound of the tank filling and the process of draining water. It is worth paying attention to the button itself, which is protected from loosening and “sticking”, which creates a vacuum.

As mentioned earlier, the number of cleanings is noticeably reduced, which has a positive effect on the whiteness of the toilet. However, this moment has an additional advantage that the housewives themselves will like more. Many products designed to clean the toilet have a detrimental effect on the respiratory system.. If hands can be protected with gloves, then it is unlikely that anyone will want to work with chemistry wearing a mask.

Moreover, abandoning chemicals in favor of preserving the environment can also be considered an additional advantage. After all, if at least 35% of citizens reduce their use, the environment will improve significantly.

Additionally, you can highlight no splashes due to bowl shape. After all, many encounter this not only during flushing, but also while using the toilet. Innovative development can save you from such an unpleasant moment.

The last plus concerns the design. Rimless toilets look much more ergonomic and beautiful than regular ones. Therefore, if the owners are just planning to renovate the restroom, it is worth considering this option.

All cons

As in any matter, it all depends on the manufacturer. If you choose models of Czech, German or Italian origin, then no problems should arise. However, having studied reviews of domestic production, many highlight a huge number of problems. This can only be attributed to the fact that local toilet manufacturing companies are just beginning to study the innovation, so there are still shortcomings in the developments.

Moreover, there are some disadvantages in the types of models themselves. Today there are two main forms of bowl:

• funnel-shaped - most often they are made by Scandinavian manufacturers. They are of good quality and high price. If you don’t go deep into engineering, you can separate out high-quality flushing;
• elongated type of pot - here we are talking about a horizontal water seal channel. It is this type that has a large number of errors, as can be judged by the Keramin model. In simple words: the flow of water does not completely wash the bowl, but is directed horizontally, as in ordinary Soviet toilets.

Many Russian experts believe that the quality of flushing does not comply with GOST 13449–2017 at all. When tested, neither of the two models provided the required quality of cleansing.However, it is worth admitting that standard rim-type models do not fully cope with this task, if we talk about the middle price segment.

How to decide to install the device?

If you want to install rimless plumbing fixtures, then you should focus on such manufacturers as:

• Roca - the company also began to produce new toilets, which are distinguished by the presence of acceleration channels. This means that the quality of the flush will provide owners with comfortable use, after which there is no need to pick up a brush. Most importantly, when flushing, the volume of water does not increase, it is simply directed to the necessary parts for deep cleaning. Additionally, you can highlight a durable coating that ensures the preservation of whiteness for many years. Today, the products of this brand are increasingly chosen by large European restaurants and hotels.
• Gustavsberg is a Swiss manufacturer that has been producing sanitary ware for many years. The new models have already been purchased by well-known hotel chains throughout Europe.

Deciding to install a rimless toilet is quite simple. Despite the presence of disadvantages of the new model, you should not neglect the positive aspects. Unlike the standard type, a rimless toilet can cope with a huge number of problems that are usually kept silent about.