Close Coupled Toilets
With close coupled toilets from leading manufacturers such as Armitage Shanks, Twyford, and Vitra, supplied either individually or in a pack including the cistern, toilet seat, and lid, we can supply a range of quality sanitaryware products from well-known brands to suit your needs.
Our products are priced and available for purchase on our website and can be delivered directly to you quickly and safely, thanks to our extensive supplier network.
Options include Push-Button or Lever Flush Cisterns as well as standard and Soft-Close Toilet Seats. Take a look at our range of toilet packs, collated with cost savings in mind.
Further close coupled toilets can be found in the following specialist categories:
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FAQs
What is a Close Coupled Toilet?
A close-coupled toilet has a ceramic cistern that sits on top of the toilet pan. The cistern and toilet pan are separate items that, when connected, allow water to flow from the cistern and into the bowl without the need for additional pipework. The cistern is in full view to the user and is usually operated by a lever or push-button flushing mechanism. They can be installed within toilet cubicles, although they usually project further into the washroom space than Back-to-Wall and Wall-Hung Toilets with concealed cisterns.
How does a close-coupled toilet work?
Close-coupled toilets may vary in design, but generally, you can flush them with a button or a handle connected to the toilet cistern. Once flushed, water will flow straight from the cistern into the toilet bowl.
Why choose a close-coupled toilet?
Deciding on the right type of toilet can be tricky, but there are many benefits to having the popular close-coupled toilet in your bathroom, including:
- They’re low cost - close-coupled toilets are often cheaper than toilets with concealed cisterns, thanks to their simple design, as there is no need to purchase additional IPS ducts or support frames.
- They’re stylish - the ceramic cistern that accompanies a close-coupled toilet is usually an attractive unit that complements the shape of the toilet pan. They offer a more minimalist design compared to other toilets.
- They’re more compact than other toilet unit options, making them a space-efficient choice for smaller bathrooms.
- They’re versatile and can suit a number of washrooms in different sectors, including schools and offices.
- They’re easy to install - here at Commercial Washrooms, we offer a supply and fit service to those looking to refurbish their bathrooms.
- They can be water-efficient, as many close-coupled toilets feature dual-flush controls.
- They’re easy to clean and maintain as their cisterns are within easy reach.
Learn more about the benefits of close-coupled toilets here.
What is a close-coupled toilet cistern?
A close-coupled toilet cistern is one that is attached to the toilet pan, forming a single unit. The cistern sits directly above the toilet pan rather than higher up (as seen in more traditional high- and low-level toilets).
Close-coupled toilet dimensions
The dimensions of a close-coupled toilet can vary depending on the unit's make and model. That said, the standard seat height of these units is approximately 40cm (total height is about 80cm), the width is also about 40cm, and they measure between 60 and 80cm in depth.
Of course, the dimensions of Children's Toilets and Close-Coupled Disabled Toilets will differ from this to accommodate the user’s needs.
Close coupled toilet vs back to wall toilet
There are different toilet styles to choose from when refurbishing your washroom, and two of the most popular are back-to-wall and close-coupled toilets. Below, we outline the key differences and benefits between the two.
Things to bear in mind when choosing your close-coupled toilet
Close-coupled toilets have a lot going for them; however, there could be things worth considering:
- Although close-coupled cisterns can often include a tamper-proof lid, they can be subject to abuse in certain settings. The cistern lids can be lifted and items concealed within them.
- The plumbing and pipework on display can be tampered with.
Colourful panels included with IPS Duct Panels will be manufactured to match toilet cubicles. This is often considered a more attractive finish.
