Contrary to appearances, the flush button for concealed flushing systems is a very important element of our bathroom equipment. Its functions allow us to use water economically and make it easy to keep clean. The color and shape must be chosen so that the arrangement of our bathroom does not lose its qualities and visual effects.
Types of flush buttons
Apart from different shapes and colors, flush buttons differ primarily in functionality. We distinguish:
- single button - mainly installed in places exposed to vandalism such as public toilets. It has a "stop" function. Pressing the button once empties the entire water tank. Whereas, if we press it twice, part of the water remains in the tank.
- double button - consisting of two components, responsible for the amount of water used with a single press. It is usually chosen for home flush tanks. The most common models are 3 liters and 6 liters.
- manual - traditional and the most popular buttons among customers. Flushing is activated by pressing the button with your hand.
- electronic (touchless) - mainly chosen for public places, where it is used by many people. It is primarily more hygienic than manual. Flushing occurs automatically thanks to the built-in infrared sensor.
- pneumatic - is a type of manual flushing. The operating mechanism relies on the fact that the movement of the flush plate is transferred to the flush valve using compressed air. The advantage of such a button is the possibility of installing it both on the wall and on the floor. The latter option works well for elderly or disabled people.
- plastic - can be finished in chrome color or a wide range of other colors. It is the cheapest type of button. It exhibits high resistance to the conditions prevailing in the bathroom and is relatively easy to clean.
- noble materials - these are more refined buttons made of acid-resistant steel, glass, or metal. This group of buttons is definitely more expensive but also more pleasing to the eye. It usually requires greater caution when cleaning. A soft cloth and possibly very mild detergents should be used.
Additional features of the buttons also include elements such as WC block containers, air pollution extraction, or lighting, which can additionally enhance the appearance of our bathroom.
Each type of button has its pros and cons. When choosing such a product, all aspects should be considered, such as the functions we care about, shape and color to match the arrangement, material due to ease of cleaning. It is also important to remember that most buttons are dedicated to specific concealed flush tanks by a given manufacturer. This should be carefully checked to avoid buying a badly matched button.
Color and design
When choosing the color scheme of bathroom fittings, we must remember all its elements. Since flush buttons come in various color variants, we shouldn't have a problem choosing the right one. Just a little time needs to be devoted to selecting the most suitable one. The most popular colors are white, black, matte chrome, and shiny chrome, gold, umbra. There are also buttons made in wood imitation or in steel color. A role is already played here by the arrangement of the bathroom space. It's easier to choose the right button to harmonize with the other elements. The choice, however, is enormous. From classic buttons to more sophisticated ones. Ordinary, white made of plastic or, for example, black made of glass. The possibilities are very many.
Hygiene plus ecology? Yes, it's possible!
We live in times where widely understood ecology and environmental protection are increasingly important to most people. It's a very positive and desirable symptom among people, as it's high time to take care of our Earth's values. It translates into many aspects of everyday life. We segregate waste, use renewable energy sources, save water. Especially in the latter case, savings are so much needed. Many of us don't realize how much water is used daily. We need it for drinking, washing, bathing, cleaning the house, washing the car, or watering the garden. Besides, Ireland has very modest water resources. Therefore, it's important to manage it rationally.
Modern technology, as offered by manufacturers of bathroom and kitchen equipment, gives us the ability to wisely use the resource that is water. Everything is designed to make the most of it without undermining the functions it performs. In the case of flush buttons, it is possible to install those with a double flushing range or single ones with a "stop" function. In both cases, we have control over how much water will be used.