How to Choose a Wall-Mounted Toilet

There are many advantages to wall-mounted toilets. They save space and have a very sleek look, and because they’re not attached to the floor, they’re easy to clean. There are some important things to keep in mind, however, before you select one for your bathroom, as they are different from standard toilets when it comes to installation, cost and maintenance. Learn how to choose a wall-mounted toilet in this Build.com video:



In the water closet featured in this video, the wall-mounted toilet takes up less space than a standard model, and its style complements the overall design.

If you’re considering a wall-mounted toilet, it’s important to remember that installing them is not a simple DIY project. When you swap out a standard toilet, you simply choose a new one with the same footprint. Installation means opening up the wall and patching where the flooring or old toilet was. Because the plumbing, tank and toilet carrier frame are hidden behind the wall, professional installation is recommended.

In a situation like a remodel, you’ll have to open up your wall and provide sturdy framing to support the weight of the toilet and the people using it. This means your contractor might have to add additional support. A plumber will also need to run the water supply to the tank and the waste plumbing from the toilet. This process is known as the roughing. Once the roughing is complete, the wall will have to be closed up, covered with sheet rock, and finished. In the water closet featured in this video, a combination of wainscoting and wallpaper were chosen to finish the wall.

There are two factors that make installing a wall-mounted toilet more expensive. The first is the cost of the toilet itself. Although there is a wide range of prices, wall-mounted toilets can cost much more than standard fixtures. Another factor is installation costs; this includes roughing in the toilet, finishing the wall, and patching or replacing the flooring.

The next important consideration is maintenance. With standard toilets, you can easily reach the tank and replace or repair parts, making this a simple DIY project. Repairing a wall-mounted toilet can be a little more complex. A wall-mounted model has a flush plate installed on the wall above the fixture which can be removed to access the shut-off valve, flush mechanism and hoses, but repairing and replacing these internal components can be tricky, and most repairs will have to be done by a licensed plumber.

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