Toilets are one of the most integral bathroom fixtures. Whether you are in the midst of building a new house or just planning to replace your old toilet, it is essential to pick the right bathroom fixture that will meet your set of requirements. Since toilets come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and designs, you have to consider some factors before making the final decision and purchasing one.
At Darwin Bathroom Renovations, we have clients who prefer a one-piece toilet, while some want to have a two-piece toilet installed in their bathroom. Both toilet designs have their own advantages and drawbacks, so before choosing between them, it is vital to prioritize your needs and determine which one will benefit you the most. Here are some of the pros and cons of each design. Check them out and select the toilet that best fit your budget and other requirements.
Toilet’s Main Components
Before we examine the differences between the two toilet designs, here are the main components of a toilet:
Pedestal
The part of the toilet which makes it rise above the ground is the pedestal. It is also the foundation where the toilet is built upon. Most western-style toilets have pedestals, while a few toilets manufactured in Asia do not have them.
Bowl
Perhaps the most known part of a toilet is its bowl. This is where the toilet business happens. The bowl is responsible for collecting the waste and providing a pathway to the septic tank or local sewer system.
Tank
The powerhouse unit of a toilet is its tank. It has a supply of water that provides the necessary water pressure to flush the toilet. Besides that, it is also where other internal components of the toilet are operating mechanism are located.
One-Piece Toilet
When the three components we listed above are forged into one unit or the tank and bowl are fused together, then it is a one-piece toilet. Some people also call it a single-piece toilet. Here are some of its advantages and downsides.
Pros
since the components are forged into one, it creates a clean and sleek design
you can save some space in your bathroom because you don’t have to make provisions to support the toilet’s tank
easier to maintain and more hygienic compared to two-piece toilets because they don’t have gaps or joints between the bowl and tank where dirt and grime can build-up
does not have joints that you have to maintain, so you don’t have to worry about a leaking tank
Cons
can sometimes be hard to install because of its overall size and weight
this toilet design is more expensive and a lot harder to ship compared to two-piece toilets
Two-Piece Toilet
When the toilet’s toilet and tank are separate and require fittings to be assembled correctly, then it is a two-piece toilet. In some countries, it is also called a coupled toilet. Here are some of its pros and cons:
Pros
you will have a lot of height, style and rough-in options
generally costs lesser compared to one-piece toilets
can be shipped easily
offers a classic style in the bathroom
you can mix and match different tank and bowl designs
Cons
more prone to leakage problems
since the toilet’s components are separate, you have to assemble it first before you can install it