One of the most persistent myths surrounding the transition to a Japanese-style smart toilet is that it requires a specialised, highly complex installation process. In reality, the Washloo range has been meticulously engineered to ensure that upgrading your bathroom is as straightforward as fitting a traditional fixture.
In many cases, an all-in-one smart toilet is actually easier to install than a conventional toilet with an external cistern. Because the cistern is built directly into the unit, you are spared the often-fiddly task of building, mounting, and sealing a separate water tank.
From a plumbing perspective, the requirements are identical to those of any standard UK bathroom. The waste connection and water supply points are identical to those of a standard toilet, so no bespoke pipework or specialised adapters are typically required. While we always advise contacting a local, qualified plumber or electrician as a sensible route for a professional finish, the design of our units makes them an entirely viable, "easy enough" DIY project for the competent homeowner.
The only "new" element for most bathroom installations is the requirement for a standard electrical supply. We provide clear, standard advice to simplify this step: an electrician can fit a fused spur next to the toilet, or you can detach the RCD/plug to feed the cable into an adjoining room with a socket outlet. Alternatively, many homeowners find success by installing an IP-rated socket discreetly inside a nearby vanity unit, such as under a sink. Because these units are also lighter than traditional toilets (thanks again to that integrated, cisternless design), you won't even need to worry about floor reinforcement. It truly is a high-tech upgrade designed for a low-stress installation.