Choosing the best toilet bowl - practical tips and advice

Are you about to renovate your bathroom, or planning to do so in the near future? Wondering which WC pans are on trend right now? What to choose so a blocked toilet won’t keep you up at night? Today we’ll share a handful of practical tips to help you navigate the wide world of toilet bowls.

Is a wall-hung WC a good choice?

Yes—especially if you want to save as much space as possible in the bathroom. These days bathroom retailers offer a wide range of toilet bowls, so it’s easy to find a model that best suits your needs.

WC pans in wall-hung designs offer great design flexibility, thanks to the concealed installation frame. This solution lets you create extra shelves above the toilet. And because the pan doesn’t touch the floor, cleaning is much easier!

Importantly, you can choose from a full range of options today: rimless pans, toilet bowls in various shapes and sizes, plus versions with antibacterial and easy-clean surfaces. All of this lets you create a bathroom that’s not only modern, but highly functional too.

Are wall-hung WCs only for modern interiors?

No! Wall-hung WCs work in virtually any interior, regardless of style. Oval shapes pair perfectly with classic design or glamour interiors, while rectangular forms are a great choice for modern spaces where the pan’s shape doubles as a design feature.

A concealed frame looks great in minimalist and Scandinavian schemes. In this case, opt for simple lines and slim pans. Is your bathroom really small? Don’t worry—you’ll also find a wide selection of compact toilet bowls in the shop.

A blocked toilet – how to deal with it?

Here, too, choosing the right toilet pan matters. The type of outlet you go for is determined by the waste plumbing in your bathroom.

You can choose pans with a horizontal outlet, connected directly to waste in the wall. A vertical outlet, on the other hand, connects to the soil pipe in the floor.

To minimise the risk of a blockage, keep the connection between the WC pan outlet and the soil pipe as short and straight as possible, with no unnecessary bends. The flushing system also matters: opt for modern solutions—a generous cistern, a robust flush mechanism—and adjust the flush strength appropriately.

How do you unblock a toilet?

Emergencies with waste pipes do happen. How do you deal with a blocked toilet—or a blocked sink? You have a few options worth trying before you call in a professional plumber.

• Chemical products—gel or granules for clearing drains.
• A toilet plunger.
• A sink plunger.

Home remedies can help too, such as a bicarbonate of soda and vinegar mix. Simply add half a cup of bicarbonate of soda and half a cup of vinegar to the drain, then plug the opening with a cloth. After thirty minutes, pour in boiling water. Note: before doing this, make sure your pipes can withstand such high temperatures.

As a preventative measure for the toilet, pour half a cup of washing-up liquid into the outlet, follow with boiling water, then flush along with the toilet paper. This helps clear residue from the pipes that could otherwise cause a blockage.

A functional toilet in your home

See how little stands between you and a practical yet modern space! Choose the WC pan that best fits your current needs and enjoy a functional toilet that meets the hygienic and aesthetic standards of contemporary interior design.