Caroma Urbane II Toilets

So You’re Choosing a Toilet? Let’s Talk Caroma Urbane II

A bathroom renovation is one of the most exciting projects you can take on in your home, giving you a chance to create a space that’s all yours. A little sanctuary. You spend hours choosing the tiles, the tapware, the vanity. And then there’s the toilet. It’s often the last thing people think about, but look, it’s one of the most important pieces in the room. It has to work perfectly, be easy to clean, and you want it to look good—really good.

Here at The Blue Space, our team sees a lot of products come and go, but some just stick. They become the go-to recommendation. For designers, builders, and renovators who want something they can trust. The Caroma Urbane II collection is one of those ranges. And we get asked about it all the time. So, we thought we’d sit down and have a proper chat about it. We'll explain exactly what it is. And why it might just be the perfect choice for your new bathroom.

What on Earth are Caroma Urbane II Toilets Anyway?

Okay, let’s get straight to it.

The first thing to know is that the Caroma Urbane II toilets range isn’t just a single loo, not at all. It’s an entire family of products. Designed by Caroma, an iconic Australian brand that has been around forever. They know our bathrooms and our plumbing because they design for Australian homes. This collection is their answer to modern Australian design, featuring clean lines, soft curves, and a whole lot of very clever thinking packed inside.

Think of it as a complete toolkit for your bathroom’s most essential fixture. It’s not about giving you one option, but about giving you the right option for your specific space and style. We’ve seen so many customers fall in love with this. Why? Because it solves so many problems at once. You get that sharp, contemporary look without any of the fuss. And everything just works together. The way we see it, you're not just buying a toilet. You're buying a piece of a larger, beautifully considered design system from the Urbane II Collection. It’s a smart choice that pays off in looks and function every single day.

Breaking It All Down: Which Type is Right For You?

This is where the fun starts.

The Caroma Urbane II range has a style for pretty much any bathroom you can imagine, from a sprawling family home to a tiny inner-city powder room. Our team has helped people fit these into every kind of space, so let’s walk through the main types and figure out where they work best.

Back To Wall Toilets: The Crowd-Pleaser

This is the modern standard.

A back to wall toilet is exactly what it sounds like: the cistern and the pan sit flush against the wall. There are no weird gaps behind it for dust bunnies to gather and no awkward pipes on display. It creates a really solid, clean, and streamlined look. A look that works in almost any bathroom. They are one of the most popular styles you'll find in our main toilets collection for a reason.

The Urbane II back to wall toilets are brilliant because their profiles are so clean. The sides are completely smooth, which makes wiping them down a two-second job. We find these are a huge hit for family bathroom renovations because they are sturdy, easy to install in most existing bathrooms, and the design is timeless. You get that custom, built-in feel. All without the complexity of a fully concealed system. Simple. Smart.

In-Wall Concealed & Wall Hung Toilets: The Space Savers

Want that ultra-minimalist, floating look? This is it.

We see a huge demand for in-wall concealed toilets. Especially in smaller bathrooms, ensuites, and powder rooms. The idea is simple: the cistern, the big tank part, is hidden inside your wall cavity. All you see is the toilet pan on the outside. And a stylish flush button plate on the wall. It’s a game-changer for making a small room feel bigger. It frees up both physical and visual space.

Within this category, you have two main choices:

Wall Hung Toilets

This is the ultimate in modern bathroom design. The pan is mounted directly to a strong frame inside the wall, so it floats above the floor. The wall hung toilets in the Urbane II range are stunning, and the biggest win—a small thing that makes a huge difference—is that you can mop the entire bathroom floor without having to get on your hands and knees.

Wall Faced Toilets

These offer a similar concealed look, but the pan sits on the floor like a back-to-wall model. The cistern is still hidden, giving you that clean, uncluttered wall space. It’s a great compromise if you love the concealed cistern idea but prefer the look of a floor-mounted pan.

A quick but important note on these. You’ll need a good quality in-wall cistern and frame to go with the pan, and you absolutely can't skip this part. Brands like Geberit are the gold standard here, and we often put together packages to make it easy for our customers. Your plumber will need to install the frame before the walls are sheeted. So it requires a bit of planning. But the result is so, so worth it.

Rimless Toilets (CleanFlush): The Hygiene Hero

This is one of the biggest innovations in toilet design. Full stop.

Almost all Caroma Urbane II toilets feature what Caroma calls CleanFlush technology. This is their version of a rimless toilet. Look inside an older toilet. You’ll see the rim at the top of the bowl where the water comes out. That rim is a nightmare to clean and a perfect hiding spot for germs; it’s just a bad design.

Rimless, or Caroma CleanFlush, gets rid of that rim completely. The inside of the bowl is smooth and open. When you flush, a powerful surge of water is directed around the entire bowl. It cleans it thoroughly. Every single time. There is nowhere for nasty stuff to hide. For anyone who hates cleaning the toilet (so, everyone), this is a massive benefit. It’s cleaner. More hygienic. And it means you use fewer harsh chemicals. Our team always points this out to families. And to anyone who just wants a low-maintenance, sparkling clean bathroom.

Smart Toilets and Bidet Seats: The Touch of Luxury

Yes, your toilet can be smart too.

The world of smart toilets and bidets is growing fast. And the Urbane II range is ready for it. Several of the pans in the collection are designed to be compatible with the Caroma GermGard bidet seat. This adds features like a warm water wash, a dryer, and a heated seat. They're all controlled by a remote. It’s a level of personal hygiene and comfort. One that you really have to experience to appreciate. It turns a standard toilet into a spa-like feature. And because it's designed to integrate perfectly with the Urbane II pan? You get a beautiful, seamless look. Not a clunky add-on.

The Real Reasons Our Team Recommends Urbane II

So, beyond the different types, why do we genuinely like this range so much?

It comes down to a few key things. Things we see making a real difference in our customers’ homes.

1. You Can Actually Customise It

This is a big one. For so long, a toilet was just a white ceramic thing in the corner. But the Urbane II range changes that, because the design team at Caroma understood that people want a cohesive look in their bathroom. They want the little details to match, so they made key parts of the toilet customisable.

You can change the colour of the seat hinge caps. You can choose different coloured flush buttons. Imagine having your cistern toilet buttons match your black tapware. Or your brushed brass shower head. It’s a small detail, but it makes the whole room feel considered and professionally designed. With the concealed cisterns, you have an even wider choice of stylish concealed toilet buttons. Caroma has its own beautiful range of Caroma concealed toilet buttons, and there are options from other brands like Geberit that can work with their cisterns. This level of personalisation is rare. It’s a designer’s dream.

2. Cleaning is Genuinely a Breeze

We’ve already talked about the CleanFlush rimless technology. It's the star of the show. No rim, no germs. Easy. But it’s more than that. The pans are designed with what’s called a ‘skirted’ base, which means the sides are flat and smooth all the way to the wall. There are no ridges or pipes to trap dust. You just wipe it down.

And then there’s the seat. Most of the toilet seats in the Urbane II range are quick-release. This means you can pop the entire seat off with the push of a button, and no tools are needed. You can give the pan a proper clean, and then just click the seat back into place. It takes seconds. Combine the rimless bowl, the smooth sides, and the quick-release seat. What do you get? A toilet that is incredibly easy to keep sparkling clean.

3. It’s a Smart, Long-Term Investment

A new toilet is not something you want to be replacing every few years. The Urbane II range is built to last; the ceramic is high quality and includes Caroma’s GermGard antimicrobial formula, which is mixed into the glaze to help kill bacteria. That’s clever.

They are also designed for water efficiency. They have high WELS star ratings that will help save water and reduce your bills over time. That’s a win for the environment and your wallet. And the design is so classic and understated. It won't look dated in a few years. It’s a timeless look that will continue to add value to your home. And should you ever need them? Finding Caroma toilet parts and other toilet components is straightforward. You’re buying into a trusted Australian system.

A Few Practical Things to Remember

Before you rush to buy, our reno experts have a few final tips.

Getting the details right before you order is key. It ensures a smooth installation. Here are a few things our team always tells customers to double-check.

Know Your ‘Set-Out’

This sounds technical, but it’s actually pretty simple. It's about your plumbing. The ‘set-out’ is the distance from the wall to the centre of the waste pipe. The one in the floor. You need to make sure the toilet you buy is compatible. Compatible with your home’s plumbing set-out.

• S-Trap: This is when the waste pipe goes into the floor. This is the most common setup in Australian homes.

• P-Trap: This is when the waste pipe goes out through the wall.

The Caroma Urbane II range has options for both. It includes universal traps that can accommodate a wide range of set-out dimensions. But you must check what you have before you order. The best way to do this is to ask your plumber, as they can measure it up in a minute and tell you exactly what you need to look for.

Plan for In-Wall Cisterns

If you’ve fallen for the sleek look of a wall hung or concealed toilet, remember that the cistern needs to go inside the wall. This means it’s a job to be done during the building or renovation stage, before the wall linings go on. It’s not something that can be easily retrofitted into a finished bathroom without opening up the wall. So plan ahead! Chat with your builder and plumber early in the process to make sure the framing can accommodate the cistern you choose.

Think About the Whole Picture

Remember, the Urbane II toilet is part of a much larger family. Caroma has designed a whole collection of matching basins, vanities, tapware, and accessories. If you love the look of the toilet, you have a fantastic opportunity to create a perfectly coordinated bathroom where every element speaks the same design language. It takes the guesswork out of matching different brands and styles. It's a simple way to get a really polished, high-end result.

So, Are Caroma Urbane II Toilets the Right Call?

Look, the way we see it, it's one of the strongest contenders on the market today.

You get a huge amount of choice in terms of style and application, and you get market-leading hygiene technology with the CleanFlush system. You get the ability to add your own personal touch with custom colours. And you get the peace of mind that comes from buying from a trusted Australian brand.

Are you creating a durable family bathroom? A space-savvy ensuite? Or a high-end designer retreat? There’s likely an Urbane II option that will fit perfectly. It manages to be both beautiful and practical. And that’s a combination we love.

We hope this chat has been helpful. The best thing you can do now is have a browse of the collection yourself. If you have any more questions, our team is always here to help because that’s what we do.