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THE BUYER’S GUIDE TO BACK TO WALL TOILETS



Back to the wall toilets come in a range of designs to suit any bathroom, and they are a great option to create a sleek, modern look. If you're planning a new bathroom and wondering which toilet to choose from, a back-to-wall design has a lot of benefits and is a great alternative to the standard closely coupled toilet. In this buyer's guide we uncover everything you need to know about back to wall toilets to help you determine if this style is the right choice for your bathroom. Read on to find out more.

A back-to-wall toilet is where the pan is fully fitted to the wall or against a specially designed cistern unit. The cistern and all the plumbing work is hidden in the wall or unit, providing a much neater finish to your bathroom. This creates a clean, contemporary look and is also a space-saving solution for small bathrooms and en-suites.

Most of the back to the wall toilets feature a modern design, but there are some traditional styles available for those who prefer to create a more classic look. Modern back-to-wall toilets typically feature curved or angular lines. Curved shapes are perfect for family bathrooms, while angular shapes are ideal to add contemporary style. Look out for small back to wall toilets if you have a compact bathroom, which features a shorter projection than standard to help maximize space. There are also compact back-to-wall toilet units; these have a slimline design to create more space. All back to wall toilets are made of high-quality ceramic with a glossy white finish, which is easy to clean.

If you don't fit your back to the wall toilet directly against the wall, then yes, you'll need a unit. A unit's main advantage is that it makes installing your toilet much easier compared to fitting the cistern and pipework in the wall. The unit even provides a handy shelf so you can create a beautiful display or use it as extra storage space. Back to the wall toilet units are available in a range of finishes and colors such as white gloss and oak. They are available with the toilet to buy separately or complete. Another advantage of a unit is that you can match it with other bathroom furniture items such as a vanity unit that allows you to create a coordinated look.

Installing a toilet without a unit makes installation more complicated as you will need a stud wall or a boxed section to make room for cistern and plumbing work. If you don't have the DIY experience to create this, you'll need to hire a professional plumber to do the installation work. An advantage of installing the cistern in the wall is that it offers an opportunity to incorporate shelf space or a storage niche above the toilet. You could even fit a spotlight to draw your eye to a stylish display of candles or decorative objects.

A2-in-1 toilet and basin combination unit is a great option if you're looking to save space in a small en-suite or cloakroom. Providing a practical and clever space-saving solution where space is limited, a combination unit features a back-to-wall toilet, cistern unit and basin. The unit hides the cistern and pipework, and the basin sits on top of the unit. The unit is supplied rigidly to reduce installation time and is available in a selection of finishes including white gloss, stone gray and oak.





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