This kind of sanitary equipment, like a urinal, everyone is used to seeing in public places. But recently, many install it at home. Women's urinals are becoming as popular as men's. This practical and convenient item is firmly included in our everyday life. Before installing a urinal, you need to understand the types of plumbing and installation methods.
A urinal for women: a tribute to fashion or a necessity?
Judging by history, the very first devices for women (urinals) appeared at the beginning of the 20th century. But at that time this invention was completely unclaimed. Only at the end of the century, in the 90s, women's urinals again aroused interest among the townsfolk. It was then that a stormy surge, a wave of feminist views, began. This attribute for the toilet was considered solely as an item that equalizes a woman and a man. The modern plumbing market presents two main types of female urinals for sale:
- with extended bottom bowl;
- the second view is the opposite - the lower part is shortened, but raised above the floor level.
Designers of our time are trying to create something original, not only to make the female urinal comfortable, but also to turn it into an exclusive, unique part of the interior.
Design developments
Most of the designers of our time are trying to change the attitude of the townsfolk towards this type of plumbing. Women's urinals, however, and men's too, in their understanding, should be perceived not as an ordinary means for needs, but as a unique art object. At the same time, an object with an unusual design solution still carries its direct functionality. In the plumbing market, you can find unusual shapes of urinals - a cube or an egg. One designer from Europe even introduced a male urinal in the form of female lips. This model literally blew up the market, many nightclubs wanted to buy it.
In the 90s, one of the European companies seriously approached the development of women's urinals. A model was created where the lower part was elongated, flared at the back and had a slight camber. Many women's toilets in Europe began to use this look.
Perhaps similar attributes will start to appear in public toilets in Russia. The main task of installing urinals is to increase the number of visitors at a time, to rid public places of queues. Many Russian firms are seriously considering such proposals, since many are familiar with this problem: how to place on15 square meters 25 seats.
Space saving
To be completely honest, it is worth noting that women's urinals have not yet received mass demand. No matter how clever designers are, the models remain unusual and even inconvenient for many women to use.
Although rare, such plumbing is found in public toilets. Basically, the urinal toilet is used in establishments where the area of \u200b\u200bthe room is quite small in order to save space. The original idea behind the women's urinal was to use it in public places.
The type of this plumbing has smaller dimensions, respectively, in the same area where four toilets are located, you can place twice as many urinals. This allows you to save space and reduce queues in the women's powder rooms.
Are they in demand?
In recent years, the urinal for women has become especially popular in China. In this densely populated country, queues for women's restrooms are one of the biggest problems. First, urinals were installed in one of the country's major universities, and then similar toilets began to appear everywhere - in fitness centers, shopping centers, train stations. Increasingly, mixed-type urinals appear - female + male.
Add that in some countries the urinal can be seen right on the street. But such models are only for men. In Germany, there are urinals combined with garbage cans. But also exclusively for men.
Many designerswrite off the small popularity of female urinals not on their inconvenience, but simply on the inability of women to use this type of plumbing. Although such an opinion can be argued. After all, if the model was comfortable, it would be in great demand.
Besides the unique shape, women's urinals are not fundamentally different from men's. They also need to be connected to water supply systems, installed on the floor or fixed to the wall. It is not so easy to buy a female copy, they are rare with us even in large shopping centers. Usually purchases are made to order.
Wall-mounted urinal
Everyone who wants to install this type of plumbing should have an idea about the water supply to it. A wall-mounted urinal can have an internal or external water supply. With an internal flush system and water pipes are inside, with this option it is better to additionally purchase a flush control unit. External flush means an external water supply system, in which case the pipes can be removed or hidden. It is worth considering the types of release - open or hidden. Usually the siphon in the urinal is built into the bowl, but it can also be located outside. The standard height from the floor is 650 mm. If the installation is at home, the height can be selected based on your feelings and comfort.
Floor urinals
Special attention should be paid to the floor urinal. The price of such models is not small. Why? The equipment occupies a large area, has a massive weight, respectively, it requires morematerials for manufacturing. Such a model can cost 30,000 rubles, and even more. Floor models are not in demand in public places for obvious reasons. Most often, design options are installed in their own homes, where they want to emphasize a luxurious interior. In everyday demand, most often, consumers choose the usual suspended lightweight model. The cost of such plumbing varies from 3,000 to 30,000 rubles.
"Dry" flush
When examining the design of the urinal, pay special attention to how the flush will be performed. There are three types of flush: automatic, manual and dry. I would like to pay special attention to the last type. An anhydrous, or "dry," urinal does not flush with water at all. The functions of purification here are performed by an adsorbent that absorbs moisture. This role can also be performed by the membrane, it has a replaceable cartridge, opens and closes, thereby preventing the appearance of unpleasant odors. To avoid the formation of a urinary stone, a special gel is applied to the membrane, washing out, it prevents the appearance of plaque.
Manual type urinals have special pressure taps for draining.
Automatic flush systems
Automatic urinal, the price of which is much higher, the principles of operation may be different. The most common is sensor automation: the sensor, reacting to movement, turns on the flush after the user has moved a certain distance. Radar sensors react to stop the flowing fluid, flushopens according to the specified parameters. The most modern are solenoid sensors, they react to the alkaline environment of the inner lining of the urinal. There are also flushes with a built-in timer, acoustic systems and others.
Manufacturing materials for urinals are different: sanitary ware, sanfor, stainless steel. In public places, models made of stainless steel, which have anti-vandal characteristics, are most often installed. For home use, a sanitary ceramic urinal is the best solution.
Installation Tips
When equipping a toilet in an apartment, installing a urinal, it is worth considering some controversial points. For example, height - it is selected purely individually, depending on the wishes of the owner. When installing equipment in an old house, you need to make sure that the walls are strong enough. This is important so that the device does not fall off, since its weight is quite massive. Plasterboard walls are not suitable for installation. When leveling the surface, it is better to opt for putty.
If the reliability of the wall fortress is in question, it is better to give preference to the installation. The robust steel frame can be mounted directly into the wall. In a small bathroom, a urinal will look out of place. When connecting the system, refuse flexible water supply: it will spoil the whole picture. All elements are best hidden under the finishing materials or mounted directly into the wall. Particular attention is paid to the sealing of the seams. After connecting the watercarefully check all joints, eliminate all work defects in time. The comfort of further operation will depend on the correct installation of the equipment.
