{"title":"Bao Toilet Suites","description":"\u003cp\u003eBao toilet suites are a range of wall-faced and back-to-wall ceramic suites designed for Australian bathrooms where clean lines and practical function are the priority. The range focuses on rimless bowl technology, dual-flush cisterns, and soft-close seats as standard inclusions, removing the need to source components separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Bao is known for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBao produces a compact range of toilet suites built around a single design principle: a fully rimless bowl paired with a slim-profile cistern. Rimless construction eliminates the ledge inside the bowl where bacteria accumulate, making cleaning faster and more thorough. The suites ship with a soft-close quick-release seat, which simplifies hygiene maintenance and seat replacement without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey suite in the range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bao Elegant Universal Rimless Toilet Suite is the signature model. It is a wall-faced close-coupled suite with a concealed S-trap or P-trap rough-in, making it compatible with most existing Australian waste configurations without alteration. The pan measures approximately 680mm in length, suited to standard bathroom rough-in distances of 140mm to 200mm from the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlush performance and water ratings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBao toilet suites use a dual-flush cistern rated to WELS (Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards) requirements. The full flush typically delivers 4.5 litres and the half flush 3 litres, qualifying for a WELS 4-star rating. Over a year of average household use, a 4-star suite uses roughly 40% less water than an unrated cistern from the 1990s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFinish and colour options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Bao range is available in a gloss white vitreous china finish. Vitreous china is fired at high temperature, producing a non-porous surface that resists staining and crazing over time. The gloss white finish coordinates with most Australian bathroom colour schemes and is compatible with chrome, brushed nickel, and matte black tapware. There is no matt or coloured finish in the current Bao offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere Bao suites work well\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBao toilet suites are well-matched to renovation budgets where a clean, contemporary look is required without a high price point. The wall-faced profile conceals pipework behind the pan, which gives a neater finish than exposed-trap models without the cost of a full in-wall cistern installation. The compact pan length also suits bathrooms under 1500mm in depth where space is constrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires a licensed plumber in all Australian states. The suite connects via a standard floor waste with an adjustable trap adaptor covering S-trap and P-trap rough-ins. The cistern is bottom-inlet fed. Rough-in distance should be confirmed before ordering: measure from the finished wall to the centre of the floor waste outlet. The Bao Elegant suite covers a rough-in range of 140mm to 200mm, which covers the majority of Australian new builds and renovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComparing Bao to other toilet suite options at The Blue Space\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBao sits at the entry-to-mid price tier. For a broader range of sizes, flush ratings, and finish options, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebluespace.com.au\/collections\/toilets\" title=\"Shop all toilet suites at The Blue Space\"\u003efull toilet suites collection\u003c\/a\u003e includes options from Caroma, Fienza, and other brands with extended warranty coverage and a wider trap range. If you are planning a full bathroom renovation, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebluespace.com.au\/collections\/bathroom-vanities-furniture\" title=\"Bathroom vanities and furniture\"\u003ebathroom vanities collection\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebluespace.com.au\/collections\/taps\" title=\"Bathroom taps\"\u003etapware range\u003c\/a\u003e stock finishes that coordinate with the Bao white suite. For complete bathroom planning, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebluespace.com.au\/collections\/mirrors\" title=\"Bathroom mirrors\"\u003ebathroom mirrors collection\u003c\/a\u003e to complete the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc_wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat rough-in distance does the Bao Elegant Universal Rimless Toilet Suite suit?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003eThe Bao Elegant suite covers a rough-in range of 140mm to 200mm from the finished wall to the centre of the floor waste outlet. This range covers most Australian new builds and renovation projects. Both S-trap and P-trap configurations are supported via the included adjustable trap adaptor, so no special floor modification is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc_wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIs the Bao toilet suite rimless and what does that mean for cleaning?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003eYes, the Bao Elegant suite uses a fully rimless bowl design. Without the inner rim ledge found on traditional toilets, there is no hidden surface for bacteria or scale to accumulate. The entire inner bowl surface is reachable with a standard toilet brush, which reduces cleaning time and the need for strong chemical cleaners.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc_wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat WELS star rating do Bao toilet suites carry?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003eBao toilet suites are rated to 4 stars under the Australian WELS scheme. The dual-flush cistern delivers a 4.5-litre full flush and a 3-litre half flush. A 4-star rating is one step below the maximum 6-star rating and represents a practical balance between flush power and water efficiency for residential use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc_wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDoes the Bao toilet suite include a seat, or is it sold separately?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003eThe Bao Elegant Universal Rimless Toilet Suite includes a soft-close quick-release seat as a standard inclusion. The quick-release mechanism allows the seat to be removed without tools for thorough cleaning around the hinge area. No additional seat purchase is required, which is worth confirming when comparing prices across retailers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc_wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the pan length of the Bao Elegant toilet suite and will it fit a small bathroom?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003eThe Bao Elegant pan is approximately 680mm in length from the wall to the front of the bowl. This is within the compact range for close-coupled suites and is suited to bathrooms with a floor-to-opposite-wall or obstacle clearance of at least 900mm, which is the minimum recommended by the Australian standard HB 72 for accessible toilet layout.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    #faq { margin: 20px 0 75px; }\n    .acc_wrap { margin-bottom: 7px; border-radius: 8px; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid rgba(240,240,240,1); }\n    .accordion { background-color: #4f6d85; color: white; cursor: pointer; padding: 16px; width: 100%; border: none; text-align: left; outline: none; transition: 0.4s; line-height: 1.2; }\n    .panel { opacity: 0; background-color: white; overflow: hidden; height: 0; transition: height 0.5s ease, opacity 0.7s linear; }\n    .panel \u003e div { margin: 25px; }\n    .panel.active { opacity: 1; height: auto; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cscript\u003e\ndocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n  var acc = document.getElementsByClassName(\"acc_wrap\");\n  for (var i = 0; i \u003c acc.length; i++) {\n    acc[i].addEventListener(\"click\", function() {\n      var panel = this.querySelector(\".panel\");\n      var all = document.querySelectorAll('.panel');\n      for (var j = 0; j \u003c all.length; j++) { if (all[j] !== panel) { all[j].classList.remove(\"active\"); all[j].style.height = 0; } }\n      panel.classList.toggle(\"active\");\n      panel.style.height = panel.classList.contains(\"active\") ? panel.scrollHeight + \"px\" : 0;\n    });\n  }\n});\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What rough-in distance does the Bao Elegant Universal Rimless Toilet Suite suit?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Bao Elegant suite covers a rough-in range of 140mm to 200mm from the finished wall to the centre of the floor waste outlet. 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