Toilets are a topic that is rarely talked about. Today we will break this taboo for one simple reason - we will discuss one-piece and two-piece toilets, their cost, maintenance, installation and appearance - all this to answer a simple question: which is better for your bathroom?

One-Piece Toilets

A one-piece toilet has a bowl and a tank fused together in one unit. This shape has a number of advantages such as sleek design, ease of cleaning and durability.

• It is easier to install a one-piece toilet than a two-piece, because you don't need to install toilet tank separately.
• On the other hand one-piece toilets are more expensive, and while it's easy to install one part instead of two this has a downside - one-piece toilet is heavier than its two-piece counterpart.

TOTO UltraMax® II One-Piece Toilet, 1.28 GPF - WASHLET+ Connection

Two-Piece Toilets

A two-piece toilet is a more traditional option with a bowl and a tank being separate parts, attached during the installation process. This is a less expensive option that also allows you to customize your height and style.

• Being a two-piece fixture, you can easily replace damaged parts or upgrade your tank for water-saving options if necessary.
• It is harder to clean a two-piece toilet, because of the crevices between tank and bowl and it's less durable than one-piece toilet.

Kohler Kingston™ Two-Piece Elongated Toilet – 1.28 GPF

Installation

Regarding installation, both toilets are installed in a similar manner, but the two-piece toilet needs additional assembly.

• One-piece, on the other hand, is pre-assembled. This makes it easier to install, but it can be difficult to move due to the overall heaviness.
• With a two-piece, this problem does not arise. Each piece can be brought in separately without any trouble.

Why Are One-Piece Toilets More Expensive?

One-piece toilets cost more to produce. Because one-piece toilets require an extra manufacturing step to fuse the tank and bowl (unlike two-piece toilets), it takes more time and resources.

Which is Better?

When choosing a toilet, you need to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of both types, and identify the needs of your household - if you need a sturdy toilet, choose a one-piece, and if you need an inexpensive one, choose a two-piece. By identifying the features of your household you will be able to understand which toilet (and which model) is best for you. If you are interested in a specific model, installation or additional information - contact us.