How do I choose between close coupled, low level and high level cistern toilets for a traditional bathroom?

Think about space and the look you want. Close coupled toilets bring the cistern down onto the pan for a compact, authentic traditional appearance that suits smaller rooms. Low level cisterns sit slightly apart for a period feel without the height of a high level. High level cisterns, often paired with chrome flush plates and a pull chain, give the most classical look and suit tall ceilings or heritage properties where the cistern becomes a feature.

What pan height should I buy for comfort and accessibility?

Pan heights on the range include common sizes such as 355 mm, 400 mm and 410 mm. If you want a standard comfortable seat height, 400 mm is a good middle ground; 410 mm gives extra comfort for taller users or those with mobility needs. A 355 mm pan is lower and can suit smaller bathrooms or period-style installations where proportions are more compact.

Are soft‑close seats and different seat finishes available with traditional toilets?

Yes, many traditional toilets here come with soft‑close seats and you can pick from finishes like white or oak, plus coloured options such as grey, greige or black on some RAK models. Soft‑close prevents slamming and feels more refined; the oak seat adds warmth and suits a vintage or country look, while white keeps the look crisp and classic. Expect models like Park Lane to offer soft‑close as standard for quieter daily use.

What are the practical benefits of wall‑hung or back‑to‑wall traditional toilets?

Wall‑hung toilets free the floor, making cleaning easier and creating a lighter visual feel; the RAK Washington range includes wall‑hung traditional options in several seat colours. Back‑to‑wall models give the same neat appearance but conceal the cistern within a unit or stud wall, so you get the tidy look without an in‑wall carrier. If you have a small cloakroom, a wall‑hung will visually enlarge the space; if you want a traditional look without structural changes, back‑to‑wall is sensible.

How do the different flush types affect performance and style?

Flush types on offer include lever, pull chain and a small number of push‑button options, with many high and low level cisterns using chrome flush plates. Pull chains are the most period-authentic and work beautifully with high level cisterns, giving a decorative flourish. Levers are simple, reliable and common on close coupled toilets, while a push button offers a neater, more modern operation if you prefer a discreet control.

Traditional Toilets

With everyone seemingly striving to come up with the most ultra-modern designs and styles it’s nice to know that some of us still enjoy the look of classical bathroom suites. Our range of traditional toilets is a real hat tilt to times when things were made properly and stylishly. These traditional toilets all feature wonderful traditional detailing and white ceramic finishes with the options of white or oak seats, plus the option to have a close coupled, low level or high level cistern fixture. The high and low level cisterns join the rest of the toilet using gorgeous chrome flush plates and can either be operated by a lever or a pull chain.

Overall, these traditional toilets look fantastic in any setting but will look particularly good when matched with one of our traditional basins. If you're in search of toilets by style, be sure to explore our traditional toilets range.

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Park Lane Traditional Close Coupled Toilet & Soft Close Seat

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Park Lane Traditional Back to Wall Toilet & Soft Close Seat

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Park Lane Traditional Back to Wall Toilet & Soft Close Seat

Ideal Standard Waverley Traditional Close Coupled Toilet & Seat - White

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Close Coupled Toilet - White with White Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Wall Hung Toilet - White with Black Seat

Hudson Reed Richmond Traditional Comfort Height High Level Toilet & Soft Close Seat - Timeless Sand

Hudson Reed Richmond Traditional High Level Toilet with Soft Close Seat - Timeless Sand

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Close Coupled Toilet - White with Black Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Close Coupled Toilet - White with Grey Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Wall Hung Toilet - White with Grey Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Wall Hung Toilet - White with White Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Close Coupled Toilet - White with Greige Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional High Level Toilet - White with Black Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional High Level Toilet - White with Greige Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional High Level Toilet - White with Grey Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional High Level Toilet - White with White Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Low Level Toilet - White with Black Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Low Level Toilet - White with Greige Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Low Level Toilet - White with Grey Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Low Level Toilet - White with White Seat

RAK Ceramics Washington Traditional Wall Hung Toilet - White with Greige Seat

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