Traditional Toilets

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.