Are you looking at revamping your bathroom and want to change it up to an ultra-modern look? Maybe you’ve been browsing through those interior design magazines and have seen something that you think will look stunning in your bathroom. Well, if you want to know which of the best modern toilet systems to install into your bathroom, then you are going to want to read our Top 5 Of the Best Modern Toilet Reviews.
We have gone through 5 of the best modern toilets, compared which ones have the best functions and which toilets will suit your bathroom best. But before we do that, let’s have a look at redesigning your new bathroom and see how you can create this new modern look.
In this article, we’re going to review the following modern toilets:
- Toto MS604114CEFG#01 UltraMax II One-Piece Elongated
- Toto MS920CEMFG#01 Washlet with Integrated Toilet
- TOTO MW6042044CUFG#01 WASHLET+ UltraMax II 1G One-Piece Elongated
- Woodbridge B0940-F T-0001 Modern One Piece Toilet
- WOODBRIDGE B0960S White Elongated One Piece
Table of Contents
Updating Your Bathroom?
If you have decided that it’s time to update your bathroom then well done! Older bathrooms can actually use up to 40% more water than a newer bathroom, and this can almost double your water bills, not to mention the damage done to the environment. Upgrading your bathroom is a great idea whether you want a new look or not. However, if you are going to go to the expense of buying a new shower and toilet, then you might as well redesign the whole room and get a great look at the same time.
How to Design Your Bathroom?
If you feel like your bathroom layout already works for you, then that is fantastic. It is often the way that we need to get into a routine before we fully decide we like a layout, so by replacing your existing layout with the same one, that will work really well for you. However, if you have issues in your bathroom that need attending, here are the steps you need to redesign your bathroom.
Locate Your Bathroom Suite
Start by placing your bathroom furniture. This will be dictated in some way by where your water inlets and waste outlets already are. You can move these, but it will cost money and might mean taking down walls or pulling up floors. If you have a particular issue that you want to avoid, such as the door opening onto the toilet space, then think about some space-saving furniture instead. If you’re trying to figure out the benefits of wall hang toilets, check out our guide. Wall hung toilets are great for saving space and will give a modern look to your scheme too.
Pick Your Wall Color
Now we are on to the fun part! The design elements of any room are much more enjoyable than the boring task of locating pipework! You might already have a wall color in mind, which is great, but if you don’t, try to think about your faucets and hardware. Many people will choose a color that suits a heritage period and then try to implement ultra-sleek stainless steel faucets. Think carefully about the color of your walls AND the color of your faucets. Also, think about how much light your room has and whether a lighter color will improve this.
Choose complimentary tiles
Tiles are not cheap, so you want to make sure that you have the EXACT tiles of your dream when designing your bathrooms. Otherwise, you are going to end up just replacing them in 6 months’ time. When looking at tiles, also consider the shape of them. If a modern bathroom uses what you are after, then octagonal tiles or oblong tiles look great! Remember that the tiles don’t have to be the same color as the walls, but they can compliment them and have hints of the same shade in there.
Also, think about where you are going to put the tiles. Do you just want them in the shower? Do you want them across the back of the sink? Or do you want them a wall to the floor?
Find the ideal floor
Speaking of floor tiles, finding the ideal floor isn’t all about the look. It is about functionality as well. Ensuring that your floor is safe when wet, that it won’t crack easily when being trodden on 20 times a day, or that it is child-friendly will mean that your ideal floor might be harder to find than you think! Considering how well it can be cleaned, whether it could harbor germs and whether it’s suitable for all the family, will be big factors in choosing the right floor.
Things to Think About
Decide on a budget
Modern bathrooms do come at a higher price tag than a standard bathroom, but that is because you are investing in a look that will last longer. With this in mind, budget accordingly. While you might think you can pick up any old toilet for a few hundred bucks, buying the best modern toilet might set you back double that. If you have a really tight budget, then decide where you are going to invest and where you are going to scrimp.
Where is your waste?
Moving your waste outlets can not only be costly, but if it isn’t done correctly, it can cause even more problems than when you started. If you don’t have the budget to move your waste, then try to design around it. This will save time and money in the long run and will save on maintenance costs in the future too.
How much space do you have?
Creating a small modern bathroom sounds easy, but in actual fact trying to fit everything into a small space isn’t as easy as you think! If you are short on space, then you can try installing space-saving options. Smaller sinks, compact toilets, and an overhead bathtub shower will all look and feel better in a smaller space. Remember that tight spaces look best in lighter colors, so try to pick a light color to give maximum effect.
Save water, save money
Water-saving is so important nowadays, and if you want to save yourself a ton on water bills, then we recommend installing water-efficient faucets and toilets. They are the same price as the standard equivalent but will save you so much money in the future.
Top 5 of the Best Modern Toilet Reviews
Toto UltraMax Toilet
Nothing says modern like almost all of the Toto range. They really do make some stunning toilets, with the UltraMax being no exception. The Toto UltraMax is a low water consuming toilet that still packs a punch and looks great at the same time. This system only uses 1.28 gallons of water per flush, making it Water Sense Certified and great for the environment. Some will wonder how this system can work so well with so little water, well that is down to the flushing system. The Tornado flush system adds pressure and uses some very clever additional technology to create a high pressured flush. Some of those clever additions include more water holes around the toilet rim, a specially glazed bowl for reduced friction, and a wider waste outlet for the waste to wash away.
The glaze we speak of actually has two functions. The first is to create a smooth coating on which the water can swirl over, and the second is to reduce the number of bacteria that could build up on the bowl. This is because Toto have created their own special formula of glaze that has an antibacterial agent in it. As well as all of this technology, most Toto toilets come with everything you’ll need to install it including a wax ring, toilet seat, and water inlet lines.
Toto Washlet Smart Toilet
Nothing says modern, quite like a smart toilet! And boy is the Toto Washlet Toilet smart! Packed full of technology and features, this toilet not only flushes away your waste, but it also cleans you afterward! Designed to be both a bidet and a toilet in one, this system doesn’t have a water tank. Instead, it uses a water feed to draw exactly; however, much water it needs to perform the tasks asked of it. Because of this, it doesn’t have a set amount of water it uses per flush. The bowl is still fully glazed, and its design means that it will be very easy to keep clean.
Now onto the features! Starting with the seat. It has a heated seat option that can be adjusted to suit your tastes. It also has a warm air dryer built-in and an air deodorizer to save you any embarrassment. The bidet functions are both front, and rear warm water cleanses, and these can be adjusted to both pressure and temperature. What more could you ask for from a toilet?!
Toto UltraMax With Washlet Bidet Seat
Oh, yes, it happened. As if the Toto Washlet couldn’t get any better, Toto have paired it up with the UltraMax toilet system, and now the pressured flush of the UltraMax and the hygienic functionality of the Washlet have combined. Let’s start at the toilet. This system has a Tornado Flush system that only uses 1 gallon of water per flush to get rid of your waste. The increased number of siphons under the rim of the toilet plus the highly glazed bowl works well together in creating a really powerful flush.
The Washlet toilet seat is, as we previously said, full of functions that help clean you, dry you and even help remove odors that would otherwise cause embarrassment. The heated seat is an absolute must, and there is even a pre-mist option that creates a mist around the bowl so that any waste doesn’t stick to it. All in all, this is the ultimate in modern toileting and is definitely worth a try!
Woodbridge One Piece Modern Toilet
If you are after something that has a modern look but also has the dual flush system that is really popular at the moment, then the Woodbridge One Piece Modern toilet is a great option. This toilet has two different flush capacities, one for solid waste and one for liquid waste. The two flushes are 1 gallon of water per flush, and the other is 1.6 gallons of water per flush. Both of these flushes will work to remove your waste, it’s just the larger flush will provide more pressure. The Woodbridge design is a really sleek look with a skirted trapway to ensure easy cleaning.
The soft close seat is a must for all families, and the comfort height of the seating position means that it can be used by all members of the family. This toilet is Water Sense Certified and comes with a 5-year warranty too. It comes with all of the hardware so that all you need to do is pull it out of the box and affix it to the wall!
Woodbridge Elongated Toilet with Bidet Seat
That’s right, another brilliantly designed bidet toilet seat. These types of toilets really are becoming more popular in America now, with them being an absolute staple in Japan! Providing all sorts of additional functions such as air purification, warmed seating, automatic flushes, and 5 different types of wash function (who knew right), this can all be controlled from the handheld panel, which clearly shows pictures of each function. The Woodbridge version takes its water from the mains and, as such, doesn’t have a water tank.
But don’t let that worry you, it automatically heats the water as it passes through the toilet seat to perform the cleaning required. It even filters the water as it passes through so that you are as clean as possible. Of course, these toilets are right up there on the top end of most people’s budgets, but with technology developing at such a rate, you’ll be glad that you invested now.
Conclusion
Now that you have a list of the top 5 of the best modern toilet reviews, you will be able to choose which one to put into your bathroom. Will you go for a modern look? Or will you go for a tech-filled toilet? If we were choosing our favorite from the modern toilets listed above then we would be going for the Woodbridge Elongated Toilet With Bidet Seat. This toilet has everything you could need and is completely futureproof. Good luck with your bathroom renovation, we hope you achieve the look you are after.
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