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Position of Mobile Toilet in the Bathroom

Admin October 08, 2026

The position of a mobile toilet in the bathroom can be adjusted using the toilet position shifter method and the raised floor method, as detailed below:

Toilet Position Shifter Method This method is suitable for small-scale, short-distance adjustments, typically ranging from 10 to 30 centimeters, with a maximum length not exceeding 40 centimeters. Its core principle involves using a specialized toilet position shifter to alter the direction of the drainage pipe, enabling minor adjustments to the toilet's position.

  1. Key Points of Operation:
    • Material Selection: A flat-pipe specialized toilet position shifter is required, designed to minimize the height occupied by the pipe and facilitate the connection between the toilet's drainage outlet and the original drainage pipe.
    • Construction Steps:
      • Remove the existing floor drain or drainage pipe interface, insert the smaller end of the position shifter into the original drainage pipe, and ensure a tight seal.
      • Lay flat pipes on the floor, connecting the position shifter to the new toilet position, and cut and adjust the pipe length as needed.
      • Measure the center-to-wall distance of the toilet (i.e., the distance from the drainage outlet to the wall) to ensure the new position matches the toilet.
      • Affix and secure the pipe components, clean up construction debris, and reserve a slope of 1% to 3% beneath the pipe to ensure smooth drainage.
  2. Advantages and Disadvantages:
    • Advantages: Minimal alterations, low cost, short construction period, suitable for bathroom renovations in already decorated spaces.
    • Disadvantages: Increased pipe curvature after adjustment may reduce flushing efficiency and increase the risk of blockages; insufficient slope reservation can lead to poor drainage.

Raised Floor Method This method involves constructing a raised platform (e.g., 180 millimeters high) to conceal the drainage pipe, thereby changing the toilet's position.

  1. Key Points of Operation:
    • Platform Design: Plan the platform's scope based on the new toilet position, typically covering the area from the original drainage pipe to the new position.
    • Pipe Laying: Rearrange the drainage pipes within the platform, ensuring the slope meets the standard (1% to 3%).
    • Surface Treatment: After completing the platform, perform waterproofing and lay tiles to seamlessly integrate with the existing floor.
  2. Advantages and Disadvantages:
    • Advantages: Enables larger-distance adjustments, with highly concealed drainage pipes that do not affect flushing efficiency.
    • Disadvantages: High construction complexity, requiring partial floor removal; the platform occupies space and may affect the bathroom's ceiling height; high cost, suitable for scenarios with sufficient budget and low space requirements.

Precautions:

  • Before adjusting the position, confirm the bathroom's drainage type (same-floor or inter-floor drainage); inter-floor drainage requires consultation with the downstairs resident.
  • After adjustment, it is recommended to choose a toilet with strong flushing power (e.g., siphon type) and regularly clear the pipes to reduce the risk of blockages.