Affordable prices for simple models allow you to purchase this necessary accessory not only for personal use, but also for installation in kindergartens, schools and other public places. In addition to toilets, you can also purchase plastic accessories the right size for them. The quality of products must always be confirmed by a quality certificate and a manufacturer’s warranty card.
Pros and cons of using a children's toilet
If we consider all the pros and cons of children's toilets, then, undoubtedly, there will be positive aspects, guided by which many parents will decide to purchase such an accessory.
The main important advantages of children's plumbing are:
- A feeling of psychological comfort (the child can sit down and stand up independently).
- Ability to reach the drain button independently. In this case, the child develops responsibility and independence, which makes potty weaning easier.
- Safety. Unlike various accessories for an adult toilet in the form of ladders, the children's accessory corresponds to the height of the child, and the baby's feet stand firmly on the floor. In this position, the child will not fall and be injured. While plastic devices do not have such strength.
- Sterility. You shouldn’t forget about this either. Typically, plastic products do not tolerate aggressive chemicals that are usually used to treat plumbing fixtures. Earthenware products are easy to clean with antibacterial agents.
What toilet sizes should I choose?
Buying a toilet is a very responsible and serious matter. In each individual case, the buyer faces the difficult question of which size is the most optimal, and whether the shape and size of the toilet matter at all. Or it happened before: I cut a bigger hole in the board, and the toilet is ready! Future generations will likely no longer understand the simple toilet design of their grandparents.
To ensure a successful purchase, you should consider some supporting points when choosing the size, shape and installation of this plumbing item.
When installing a toilet, you need to provide free space from the door and walls to the place where the toilet is installed so that it can be easily accessed for use. The optimal distance from the toilet to the door should be at least 60-65 cm, and the distance from the toilet to the walls is 35 cm. The width and height of the model itself are of great importance. The height should be such that the legs of a person sitting on the toilet stand freely on the floor, that is, he should feel complete comfort, without any unpleasant tension in the legs. Also, the width of the toilet rim should be such that there is no unpleasant feeling in the muscles in the area of contact with the seat. If the toilet rim is very narrow, it can cut into your legs and cause discomfort, and if it is very wide, it can restrict blood flow in your legs and cause numbness in your legs. That is why the choice of the width and height of the toilet must be approached with all seriousness and responsibility. Therefore, before purchasing, you need to test the toilet for comfort and, without hesitation, sit on it. After all, in the future you will have to use it for more than one year, and even more than once a day, which is an excellent motivation for a serious approach to choosing the appropriate model of this plumbing item.
Criterias of choice
When going to a plumbing store, it would be a good idea to take your baby with you.
It is very important that the choice of shape and color pleases the baby and does not scare him away. When purchasing, you should also choose the appropriate size of the baby equipment. You can purchase a larger model than is currently needed. The design of the toilet can complement the interior of the bathroom. If the choice fell on a white toilet, but you want to decorate it with something, you can use decorative stickers with children’s ornaments or cartoon characters. You can also complement the toilet with a colored seat.
Of all the proposed materials, it is better to focus on porcelain or earthenware . The operating principle of such a plumbing element is standard and no different from its adult counterparts. The work is carried out using a built-in or hanging tank.
Children's plumbing can be both floor-mounted and wall-mounted. The choice depends on personal preferences and the overall interior and design of the room. The most affordable option for the price may be the “Baby” children’s toilet. Its dimensions correspond to GOST. This is the type of plumbing fixtures that are most often purchased for preschool institutions.
Types of toilets
In addition to standard toilet models, there are many options for this plumbing equipment, differing in types and designs. They are manufactured to meet the needs and requests of customers who want to put an original design solution even into the toilet bowl, and the maximum feeling of comfort when using plumbing fixtures of this type.
Toilets are divided into the following types:
- pan toilets;
- visors, in which there are shelves for flush tanks;
- with direct, oblique and horizontal water flow;
- toilet analogues, which are enameled cast iron bowls;
- children's toilets;
- corner toilets, wall-hung type;
- built-in floor toilets.
Each type of model differs from the other in its specificity, purpose and difference in the methods of installing this equipment for subsequent operation.
Wall hung toilets
Wall-hung toilets have become very popular lately. Externally, this product exudes elegance and the pinnacle of aesthetics. It is installed in such a way that communications are not visible, the floor next to the toilet is not deformed, since it is not connected to the floor, there is a visual saving of space, and the toilet itself fits harmoniously into the interior of the room. The advantage of this type of toilet is that it is easy to clean around it, since there is no drain foot underneath it. The wall-hung toilet can withstand a load of 400 kg, so it is very durable, which is hard to believe, looking at its elegance and deceptive fragility.
The dimensions of the wall-hung toilet correspond to the following indicators:
- Width – 355-370 mm;
- Depth (length) – 480-700 mm;
- Height – 350-400 mm.
Corner floor-standing toilets
Toilets of this type are quite often found in bathrooms of residential and non-residential premises. Their advantage is their convenient corner location, which helps save space. The corner location allows you to install the necessary parts of the toilet equipment so that all communications are not open to prying eyes, and the toilet itself is securely and conveniently mounted in the corner of the wall and floor.
In the photo you can see the shapes of the corner toilets.
The dimensions of the corner toilet depend on the width of the corner into which they are built, and correspond to the following indicators:
- Width – 345-375 mm;
- Depth (length) – 725-790 mm;
- Height – 370-430 mm.
Built-in toilets
Toilets of this type are becoming increasingly popular among the population. Their advantage is that the drain tank and other components are hidden behind a false panel or mounted in the wall, which compares favorably with conventional models. Thanks to this form of installation, the toilet is completely silent when flushing water through the pipes and collecting water into the tank, since the wall provides reliable sound insulation. The toilet is mounted on a special installation, which ensures the reliability and stability of the structure. The flush tank can be installed on the toilet, or it can be hidden behind a false panel or behind drywall - as you like. Built-in toilets look very interesting and aesthetically pleasing, since there are no pipes, hoses or other elements that irritate the eye next to them. There is only a flush button on the wall.
In the diagram you can see the parameters of built-in toilets.
The dimensions of wall-hung and floor-mounted built-in toilets correspond to the following indicators:
- Width – 355-370 mm;
- Depth (length) – 470-580 mm;
- Height – 390-420 mm.
Children's toilets
Compact small toilets are most often installed for children. But there are lovers of the minimalist style who welcome miniature forms even in the design of the toilet room, in particular, they prefer a small-sized toilet. The main goal of this style is to achieve maximum free space through a minimum number of interior items. In this case, a small toilet, a miniature washbasin and a shower stall perfectly match this style, making the bathroom as spacious as possible.
Children's toilets come in the following sizes:
- Width – 290-350 mm;
- Depth (length) – 460-590 mm;
- Height – 260-335 mm.
In the diagram you can see the sizes of children's toilets.
In addition to being used in a minimalist style, compact toilets are very popular in small toilet spaces, as well as in apartments where there are small children.
Large toilets
Large toilets are used for people who are heavy and have an impressive build. When choosing plumbing for such a case, it is important that it can withstand heavy loads. Therefore, large toilets are designed for such loads and can withstand weights of up to 500 kg. Large toilets are very different from standard models in their parameters and can be made to order.
Models of large toilets come in the following sizes:
- Width – up to 400 mm;
- Depth (length) – up to 700 mm;
- Height – 650 mm.
Replacing a children's toilet in a small bathroom
If the dimensions of the bathroom do not allow you to install a second plumbing fixture, then you can use various plastic devices created specifically for children. Only they are best used under the supervision of an adult and do not leave the child alone .
You can purchase a double seat for an adult toilet, where one is designed specifically for children. It has a seat with a small hole, and the plastic circle is expanded so that the baby can sit quietly and not be afraid that he will fall through.
In this case, you can supplement it with a step, which can be made either with your own hands from materials available at home, or you can purchase a ready-made version. Such options usually look like a seat with a ladder attached to it and special armrests . Such options are acceptable for the home, but it is better to purchase a toilet for a kindergarten from earthenware or porcelain.
Requirements
The requirements for children's plumbing are stricter than for adults - only products that comply with certain specifications are allowed for sale. Therefore, any toilet for children - be it a “Frog” (as the “Agusha” model, stylized as a frog, is popularly called) or the usual “Kid” and “Vershok” - should:
- do not exceed the dimensions established for children's plumbing (GOST 30493-96);
- be made from materials that are safe for preschoolers and equipped with a seat that allows it to be treated daily with disinfectants (clause 6.19 of SanPiN 2.4.1.3049-13).
Classification of toilets by type of installation
The plumbing market is represented not only by toilet models manufactured in accordance with Russian GOST.
Here you can find many imported models that differ from each other not only in appearance, but also in overall dimensions.
But due to the fact that they are all designed for a person, the difference in size is small. Basically, it depends on the type of toilet and how it is installed. The optimal dimensions of toilets are 380x480x370-400 mm.
According to the installation method, toilets are divided into:
- floor;
- hanging.
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Children's wall urinal
For boys, there is an alternative option - a children's hanging urinal. Of course, you will also have to buy a toilet cover, since the child goes there when he really needs to, but you can pee in a special children’s unit. In essence, this is just a replacement for a potty. These urinals are usually made of plastic and are attached to the wall using suction cups. The interior can be easily removed to drain waste. This option will help the baby learn to relieve himself like an adult.
Selecting and installing a nozzle for the disabled
For people with disabilities, as well as people with musculoskeletal disorders or those who have undergone surgery, special toilet attachments are produced.
Types of nozzles
The toilet seat for the disabled is usually made of high-strength plastic that does not absorb odors. To care for the device, simply remove it and wash it with any soap solution.
Nozzles can be of the following types:
- standard. The main function of the device is to increase the height of the toilet for comfortable use. The standard nozzle allows you to increase the height by 13 – 18 cm;
Accessory for disabled people that increases the height of the toilet
- nozzle with variable height. The device is equipped with special grooves and guides that make it easy to increase the height by a certain distance. The device is installed by surprise;
A device that allows you to independently change the height of the toilet
- nozzle with handrails. A more advanced device that is most often used by people with disabilities. In addition to the seat that increases the height, the nozzle is equipped with handrails so that a person can stand up or sit on the toilet independently.
Seat for disabled people with handles
Depending on the design and cost, the linings can be supplemented with stationary or folding handrails. Moving handles are the most convenient, as they allow people with greater weight to use the device.
An overview of the most popular attachment is presented in the video.
How to choose?
To choose the most comfortable, safe and beautiful toilet seat for your child, you need to consider each product according to certain criteria.
- Durability – there are hard, semi-rigid and soft linings. The soft one will be the most comfortable, but it is the least practical. The best option in terms of cost and service life is the semi-rigid option, and the hard seat will last the longest, which the child will least like.
- Covering – the restroom is a place where you need to maintain hygiene, so having an antibacterial coating on a child’s toilet seat will be a significant plus.
- Dimensions - so that the child feels comfortable on the toilet, and parents do not worry that he may fall into it, it is worth paying attention to the size of the pad, which should be larger than the hole in the adult seat.
- Appearance – when choosing a child toilet seat, you should give preference to simple, minimalist models that will not distract the child. The simpler the design, color and pattern, the faster the baby will cope with his business in the toilet and vacate the room.
- The quality of the top layer - when choosing a seat, you should carefully evaluate its upper part, which will come into contact with the child’s skin. A high-quality product should not have defects, irregularities, dents or cracks; if such phenomena are detected, you should abandon the chosen option.
The child seat can be attached to an adult product or be a separate item and used at the moment when the child wants to defecate. If the headband is permanently attached, parents must constantly monitor its condition and cleanliness. For removable models, hygiene is no less important, but they often get dirty much less. The choice of seat will be influenced by the child’s age, as well as his physical characteristics.
Tall and developed children will only need one pad, small children will need a footrest, and for very little children the best option will be a chair with a pad, thanks to which you can climb onto any toilet and sit on it safely.
What affects the size of plumbing fixtures
Factors influencing the size of plumbing fixtures:
- Manufacturer country.
- Bowl shape.
- Type of product (monoblock, mounted, compact, etc.).
- Release.
- Availability of communications.
External tank available
An external tank located high from the floor is important in rooms with poor water supply.
An external tank is installed in rooms with poor water supply.
Positive features:
- drain adjustment;
- several trigger options;
- saving space due to the flat tank raised above the person’s head;
- no excess pressure on the floor and bowl (average weight of the tank is 11 kg);
- ease of maintenance of the structure.
The negative aspects of such models include their high cost.
Outlet diameter
The outlet is the outlet part of the pipe through which the toilet is connected to the sewer.
Types of pipe:
- straight (most compact) or horizontal;
- vertical (see American standards);
- angular.
Straight and angular types can be interchangeable, but it will not be possible to use a vertical one instead (it is suitable for private houses where pipes go under the floor).
Plumbing design
The bathroom space has a small area, so the toilet or bathtub (shower stall) becomes the element that determines the entire design project. To unify the style of the room, you can, for example, select all the plumbing fixtures from the same material and color.
The toilet determines the design of the room.
A product with an external tank hung on the wall will fit well into a retro project. The use of decorative elements (chains, tassels) instead of a trigger mechanism will enhance the effect of antiquity. A hanging product with an installation will suit modern compositions in the spirit of hi-tech or minimalism. In a classic interior, a candy bar and a compact model would be appropriate.
Regardless of the direction you choose, remember the main functions of the toilet - sewer connection, ease of use.
Installation method
3 types of toilet installation:
- floor-mounted (attached to the floor);
- attached (placed close to the wall, vertical pipe);
- hinged (installed on special fittings).
It is not necessary to hire workers to install a toilet. The attached instructions describe all the steps in detail.
Procedure:
Toilet installation.
Turn off the water, scoop out the remaining liquid from the bowl, and dismantle the old toilet.- Remove the mounting bolts (which secure the base to the floor). If necessary, knock the leg away from the tiles and drains.
- Prepare a flat, clean surface for installing the new product.
- Assemble the plumbing fixture.
- Make markings through the holes in the leg (first place the object in the desired place).
- Connect the outlet with the sewer using corrugation.
- Use a flexible hose to connect the tank to the cold water supply pipe.
- Install and fix the toilet, treat the joints with sealant.
- Test the device (press the flush button).
- Attach the seat.
Installation of a built-in tank begins with assembling the installation. The bowl is mounted according to the previously described scheme.
Standard dimensions
The plumbing in the restroom should not only be functional, but also beautiful, and fit into the overall design project of the room. Consider the technical aspects (connection method, product dimensions) and choose the appropriate model.
The parameters of the plumbing unit also depend on the shape of the bowl. The configuration of the base determines the level of comfort and odor control. Standard dimensions of a toilet with a tank: 72-79 cm (length) by 34.5-37.5 (width).
The lineup:
- With shelf (dish-shaped). The drain is located at the front wall behind the ledge (which is called the “shelf”). Splashes appear during flushing, and the strong odor persists longer than in other models.
- Kozyrkovy. The bowl has a conical shape. The back wall is tilted (waste flows down it into the water without splashing), but this leaves bright marks.
- Funnel-shaped. The drain is centralized, there are no unpleasant odors, but a strong splash occurs. There may be unpleasant sensations from the resulting splashes.
Construction weight from:
- earthenware (the most common option) - 26-31.5 kg;
- porcelain - 24.5-29 kg;
- marble - 100-150 kg;
- stainless steel - 12-19 kg;
- plastic - 10.5 kg.
Standard toilet dimensions.
A standard 6 liter tank weighs about 11 kg.
It is necessary to take into account the weight of the object when installing it in high-rise buildings, houses in disrepair, private buildings (on the 2nd floor).
Installation systems for wall-hung toilets
According to the method of installation of the installation system, there are:
- wall;
- corner.
According to the design, the installations are available in two types:
- framed: can be attached to both main walls and light partitions;
- block: they have a simpler design, but can only be attached to main walls.
The dimensions of installation systems depend on the design features and are:
- corner (HxWxD) – 1120x460x200 mm;
- mounting module (block) – 1140x500x180 mm;
- wall frame installation – 1385x525x155-205 mm.
There are installation systems of a shortened type . For example, the design of Grohe Rapid SL (Germany) has the following dimensions:
- height – 820 mm;
- depth – 195 mm;
- width – 500 mm.
And the Grohe GD2 38661 model from the same manufacturer is even smaller:
- height – 519 mm;
- depth – 120 mm;
- width – 467 mm.
Popular models
Model “Rosa”
When choosing a toilet for a baby, buyers often focus on three characteristics: quality, aesthetic appearance and cost.
Rosa “Children’s” is the optimal combination of price, design and reliability. These are floor-standing toilets with an oblique outlet. The seat is ordinary, made of polypropylene, without a microlift. There is only one drain mode, the button on the tank is chrome-plated and can be lowered easily. This model is often chosen for kindergartens.
Laufen Florakids - attached models with oblique outlet. They are distinguished by a discreet design and smooth lines. The lids are bright colors, with comfortable handles, which can be purchased separately.
“Children’s” from the Oskol Ceramics brand. This is a sanitary ware floor structure with a polypropylene seat. There are several color options: white, light green, lilac, blue. Users note the affordable price and decent quality. The surface of the bowl is treated with glaze with antibacterial substances, which increases hygiene and reduces cleaning time.
Keramag Kind, model 20170 is a hanging type made of sanitary ceramics. The main advantage is German quality. The manufacturer prepares ceramics and glaze using its own patented composition. A unique firing system makes the product especially durable. But this toilet costs much more than previous models. In addition, the toilet seat and installation system will have to be purchased separately.
“Agusha” ok0777 from the Italian manufacturer Laguraty. This is a floor-standing model from the premium series. The deep bowl is made in the shape of a frog. The product is made of sanitary porcelain, the surface of the bowl is covered with especially durable enamel, which significantly increases its service life. The tank and original seat are included.
Seat covers and children's toilet stands are offered by Tega Baby, ROXY, Aqua-Prime, Chicco.
