Where to get 'cheap' but reasonable quality toilets?

[Paul_Thomas]

We are just finishing the inside of our two storey extension, this includes a en-suite toilet and seperate shower room.

I now need to purchase two white toilets, B&Q sometimes have ones for £59 but are these really going to last or are they just too cheap?
There is a reasonable range on eBay but again for £60 inc seat what are they going to be like.

Any suggestions on sources? (Budget is £60-80 each inc VAT)

Alternatively I could be persuaded to purchase the more European style concealed cistern such as http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.jsp?cId=A334794&ts=61866&id=42372

But what toilets are they compatible with and how easy are they to fit.

 

[Bahco]

Forget Ebay as you will have all the hassle of sending it back thru the courrier service probably at your own cost in the event of a problem.

I would look at your local builders merchants.

 

[Softus]

(Budget is £60-80 each inc VAT)

Alternatively I could be persuaded to purchase the more European style concealed cistern such as http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.jsp?cId=A334794&ts=61866&id=42372

So - what's your real budget?

 

[Paul_Thomas]

The figures mentioned previously are my 'real' budget, however I may be persuaded to spend more for a hidden cistern as I think it will look a lot nicer. But I wouldn't be prepared to spend a lot more for a basic toilet and I don't know how much a toilet would be to go with a hidden cistern.

 

[Softus]

The figures mentioned previously are my 'real' budget, however I may be persuaded to spend more for a hidden cistern as I think it will look a lot nicer.

OK. I think you should spend more and get a nice looking one. However, it would be beyond your real budget.

But I wouldn't be prepared to spend a lot more for a basic toilet and I don't know how much a toilet would be to go with a hidden cistern.

OK. It sounds as though you can't afford a nice looking one, and that you should stick to your real budget.

 

[htgeng]

The figures mentioned previously are my 'real' budget, however I may be persuaded to spend more for a hidden cistern as I think it will look a lot nicer. But I wouldn't be prepared to spend a lot more for a basic toilet and I don't know how much a toilet would be to go with a hidden cistern.

Avoid built in if thats your budget. The 'hidden' approach will cost at least £200 if you go for a wall hung toilet.

If you go to PTS ask if you can look at some of the pans (armitage/twyfords) as they all vary. If I were you I would avoid the ones with a trap the size of a coffee mug, unless you are a good aim.

 

[Paul_Thomas]

OK. It sounds as though you can't afford a nice looking one, and that you should stick to your real budget.

Bit harsh, I am trying to be realistic on my budget. Trying to avoid the £60 from B&Q and wondering what you really get for the extra money - certainly compared to a £150-200 one.

Plumb Centre can do me a Dudley Phantom concealed cistern for £56+VAT and a back to wall toilet for £56.64 + VAT - TOTAL £133. More than I would have liked to spend but need to get wife to make final decision as she deals with asthetics!
They also do a basic WC with coupled cistern and seat for £85.66 (Twyford)

 

[Terrywookfit]

The figures mentioned previously are my 'real' budget, however I may be persuaded to spend more for a hidden cistern as I think it will look a lot nicer. But I wouldn't be prepared to spend a lot more for a basic toilet and I don't know how much a toilet would be to go with a hidden cistern.

Ask yourself "what am i going to use it for"??
Answer "Having a dump""!!
How much are you prepared to pay for a S**t receptacle??

 

[Paul_Thomas]

The figures mentioned previously are my 'real' budget, however I may be persuaded to spend more for a hidden cistern as I think it will look a lot nicer. But I wouldn't be prepared to spend a lot more for a basic toilet and I don't know how much a toilet would be to go with a hidden cistern.

Ask yourself "what am i going to use it for"??
Answer "Having a dump""!!
How much are you prepared to pay for a S**t receptacle??

Point taken

However the toilet room will be used by my wife's clients (Holistic Therapist) so needs to at least look reasonable.

 

[Terrywookfit]

If she does colonic irrigation I would suggest that you get a portaloo in the back garden!!

 

[Paul_Thomas]

No, more aromatherapy etc.

Is that comment based on personal experience

 

[Terrywookfit]

No!!
When i want colnic irrigation I go out and have 8 pints of Guinness and A non vegetable Phaal!!
Thinking about it I might just install one round back of Garage!!

 

[Paul_Thomas]

No!!
When i want colnic irrigation I go out and have 8 pints of Guinness and A non vegetable Phaal!!
Thinking about it I might just install one round back of Garage!!

Out local 'greasy spoon' has a hot chilli with chips and melted cheese, that'll clear you out - hotter on the way out than on the way in

 

[Terrywookfit]

Thats ok I always keep a couple of rolls of Andrex in the freezer!!

The worst part is when you forget and try to fart