Characteristics and tips for choosing IDO toilets

The functionality and convenience of the restroom depends on the choice of plumbing. There are a huge number of manufacturers on the market. One of the most popular and widely known is the IDO brand. You will learn more about the company's products and popular models in the next article.

IDO is a Finnish manufacturer that has long been known in the sanitary ware market. The company started its activities in 1973 in the city of Tammisaari. Originally the brand had the name Arabia, which was later replaced by the modern IDO. The products of this manufacturer have been sold in the markets of various countries for more than a decade. However, it was hard to find it on the markets in the USSR, but now these models are presented on the Russian market. The company is constantly gaining popularity, which is directly related to the high quality of its products. Moreover, the brand never stands still and constantly provides new solutions in the world of plumbing.

The product is characterized by the fact that models from different collections are easy to combine with each other. This makes choosing your plumbing easier. The company produces toilets, showers, bathtubs, bathroom furniture and various additional accessories.

Moreover, all versions are made from high quality earthenware and glaze. This coating is easy to maintain. In addition, it is durable and retains its original appearance for a long time.This is achieved by firing products in ovens at a temperature of 1200 degrees.

All dimensions of the models are carefully thought out, which makes them easy to use.

The earthenware models are adapted for the Russian market, they are manufactured in accordance with the international standard ISO9001. They also have a GOST certificate and a certificate of approval by the Ministry of the Russian Federation. Sometimes the models have small deviations from the standardized dimensions, but they do not exceed 0.2%.

The IDO company produces many different models of toilet bowls, which first appeared on the Russian market in the 80s. The collections of the brand include both floor and wall options. All suspended versions are equipped with a small concealed mounting system. Moreover, it is easy to select the model of the required size. Let's consider the most popular collections.

• Aria... This is a well-known series. First of all, its popularity is due to its relatively low price. The collection of the Finnish manufacturer includes a toilet, which is distinguished by its smooth shape. The model is equipped with a horizontal connection type. These models are durable and durable. However, toilets do not have wide functionality. They are equipped with a single drain mode and a hard seat.

• Seven D. In this series, there are both floor and pendant options. This is one of the newest collections in which a modern floor-standing compact toilet was introduced, which was achieved by means of a reduced width of the cistern. All models in this collection have two drain modes that drain different amounts of water. This is achieved through the use of the new tank-in-tank system. The system protects plumbing from condensation and fogging on the tank itself and its walls.

• Mosaik... The models presented in the Mosaik collection are distinguished by their beautiful and sophisticated designs. The series includes floor and pendant versions, which, due to their unusual shape, look like one whole. What's more, all models are equipped with an ultra-thin lid, which makes the model lighter and sleeker.

• Trevi. Models from this collection are deservedly called the hallmark of the Finnish manufacturer. These are the most popular small-sized models. The drain mechanism has two modes, depending on the selected, 2 or 6 liters of water are drained. The toilet is made of high quality components, which ensures a long service life. A hard seat with a cover is sold as standard; the set can be supplemented with a micro-lift seat.

• Aniara. This collection is a more modern and complemented analogue of the Aria line. All floor standing models of the Aniara series are complemented by a seat with a micro-lift system and a dual-mode drain system, which makes water consumption more economical. What's more, the seat is attached with the Easy Fix system, which greatly simplifies the cleaning process.

• Glow. This is one of the most recent collections of the Finnish brand. It also features both floor-standing and pendant options. All models are characterized by flowing shapes and strict but sophisticated design. Thanks to their stylish design, toilets from the Glow collection can be easily combined with other bathroom fixtures. The drain system consists of two tanks, so the models are equipped with two drain modes.

Before purchasing a specific model from a Finnish manufacturer, it is important to consider some points.

1. Release. There are several types of release, on which the method of attaching the toilet bowl to the sewer pipe depends. These are oblique, horizontal and vertical types. Experts say that the latter type is the most optimal, since with this method of fastening the toilet is placed close to the wall.
2. The size. This parameter is chosen depending on the area of ​​the room and the personal wishes of the buyer.
3. Water connection method. The holes for connecting the model to the water can be located on the side, top or bottom. In order to choose their location correctly, it is necessary to take into account the water supply system in the apartment. There are universal models in which holes are made in several places at once.
4. Toilet bowl type. Floor-standing and mounted types are considered basic, but sometimes combined options are found. The easiest to install and maintain are floor models.

All buyers of the products of the Finnish company note their aesthetic and harmonious appearance, practicality and ease of use. In customer reviews, they note the quality and safety of toilets. All models have comfortable heights and widths.

As for the drain systems, then consumers prefer the classic one-button solution. According to reviews, such a system breaks less often.

The most popular model on the Russian market is the Seven D. This is a floor-standing version with a relatively low height. Many buyers cite the small size of the toilet as the main advantage, as it is easy to place it even in a very small toilet.

An overview of the toilet bowl compact IDO Seven D Fresh WC system, see the following video.