Which is Better: Wall-Mounted or Floor-Mounted WC (Commode)?
Can't decide between wall- or floor-mounted commodes? Here are tips that will help you make an informed choice
One needs to choose between a wall-mounted or floor-mounted WC at the initial stage of bathroom renovation or design so that the plumbing layout can be planned and laid accordingly. These WCs (water closets) are made in vitreous china and are available in a variety of designs; the preferred standard colours are usually ivory or white. Here are the pros and cons of wall-mounted and floor-mounted WCs.
- Pro: Takes less space
- Pro: Clean, sleek look The water-outlet and flushing device is concealed within the walls. This ensures a clean, uncluttered look and is a differentiating factor between a wall-hung and a floor-mounted WC.
Pro Tip: Some wall-hung WCs now come with a dual-flush cistern and actuator buttons, which let the user decide how much water to use when flushing.
- Pro: Easy to clean
- Con: Expensive
- Con: Installation is difficult
- Note: Installing a wall-mounted WC into your bathroom cannot be an afterthought; the model has to be purchased and the plumbing fixtures of the concealed flush installed and integrated with the plumbing lines before tiling. One can place this commode on any point of a bathroom wall that has a water source.
- Con: Limited access to water cistern
Pro Tip: For hassle-free maintenance, it is advisable to opt for models that come with built-in access panels that allow the plumber to reach the WC’s components.
- Con: Bolts may get loose
Floor-mounted WC
Floor-mounted WCs are very commonly used. They are two types – the one-piece commode which is manufactured as a single unit by fusing the flush-tank and bowl, or a two-piece commode which is composed of separate bowl and tank parts. These are installed separately and connected during installation. Floor-mounted WCs are bolted to the floor – do make sure to use a gasket or a sealer between the commode’s bolts and the floor to prevent water seeping into the floor substrate.
Floor-mounted WCs are very commonly used. They are two types – the one-piece commode which is manufactured as a single unit by fusing the flush-tank and bowl, or a two-piece commode which is composed of separate bowl and tank parts. These are installed separately and connected during installation. Floor-mounted WCs are bolted to the floor – do make sure to use a gasket or a sealer between the commode’s bolts and the floor to prevent water seeping into the floor substrate.
- Pro: Affordable and easy to maintain
- Con: Takes more space
- Con: Not easy to clean
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If you want a high-end, modern look for your bathroom, go for a wall-hung WC. Its beauty lies in the floating effect created by the commode. A wall-mounted WC comprises mainly four parts, namely a wall tank, a flush actuator (the device that controls flow), a toilet bowl and a seat.
Tip: The height of a wall-mounted WC can be adjusted as per the homeowner’s requirements. This is especially useful for people with mobility issues, who medically require the WC to be at a higher level from the floor.