Buying guide for toilets
The advent of Technology has made our toilet more comfortable, efficient and eco-friendly than ever before. Nine things you need to know about before selecting a new or replacement of toilet according to bathroom décor.
First thing … Design.
They are available in three designs:
One piece have sleek, stylish look, save space but require larger upfront .In this design tank and bowl are fused together into a seamless unit.
Two pieces are most common type they have separate tank and bowl and are economical and available with easily replaceable parts.
Wall Mounted have requirement of thicker wall for mounting. They are Ideal for sick or handicap for easy transfer from wheelchair or walker. Important requirement for toilet Drain is to be on wall rather than floor. Easy to clean bottom and eliminates need for toilet foot or base.
They are available in three designs:
One piece have sleek, stylish look, save space but require larger upfront .In this design tank and bowl are fused together into a seamless unit.
Two pieces are most common type they have separate tank and bowl and are economical and available with easily replaceable parts.
Wall Mounted have requirement of thicker wall for mounting. They are Ideal for sick or handicap for easy transfer from wheelchair or walker. Important requirement for toilet Drain is to be on wall rather than floor. Easy to clean bottom and eliminates need for toilet foot or base.
Second thing …Style select from traditional or contemporary design, wide array of styles and colors are available to choose from, select a toilet that matches the bathroom décor and is comfortable.
Third … Bowl shapes
Available in two shapes:
1. Round suitable for smaller bathroom more economical
2. Elongated provide more sitting space and increased comfort. Larger water surface area provides more powerful flush.
Fourth…Rough-In the distance between the floor drain and the wall, called the rough-in standard distance is 12″ and 10″ or 14″. Determine the rough-in on an existing toilet by measuring from the wall behind the toilet to the middle of the bolts on the base.
Fifth … Water Efficiency Look for High Efficiency Toilets (HETs) with tremendous flushing power 1.6 gallons of water per flush mandated by law. Even rebates are available with such toilets with Municipality Rebate Locator .Look for Eco options program to encourage earth-friendly living and are a proud partner of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Water Sense® program, carrying low-flow toilets approval for using no more than 1.28 gallons per flush.
Sixth…Complete Toilet Kits
Convenient toilet kits are available that include everything needed in one box – tank, bowl, toilet seat and wax ring (supply lines sold separately). These handy “All-In-One” products ensure that you have all of the correct toilet parts the first time, saving you from return visits to the store to buy or exchange parts.
Seventh … added features available Bidet Bidets enhance personal hygiene available as separate units or incorporated into the toilet seat. Some feature horizontal sprays while others use a vertical spray.
Look for units that allow you to adjust water temperature and pressure and feature a comfortable seat
Eighth… Flush Performance
Flush Performance is related to bowl height and chair height.
Third … Bowl shapes
Available in two shapes:
1. Round suitable for smaller bathroom more economical
2. Elongated provide more sitting space and increased comfort. Larger water surface area provides more powerful flush.
Fourth…Rough-In the distance between the floor drain and the wall, called the rough-in standard distance is 12″ and 10″ or 14″. Determine the rough-in on an existing toilet by measuring from the wall behind the toilet to the middle of the bolts on the base.
Fifth … Water Efficiency Look for High Efficiency Toilets (HETs) with tremendous flushing power 1.6 gallons of water per flush mandated by law. Even rebates are available with such toilets with Municipality Rebate Locator .Look for Eco options program to encourage earth-friendly living and are a proud partner of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Water Sense® program, carrying low-flow toilets approval for using no more than 1.28 gallons per flush.
Sixth…Complete Toilet Kits
Convenient toilet kits are available that include everything needed in one box – tank, bowl, toilet seat and wax ring (supply lines sold separately). These handy “All-In-One” products ensure that you have all of the correct toilet parts the first time, saving you from return visits to the store to buy or exchange parts.
Seventh … added features available Bidet Bidets enhance personal hygiene available as separate units or incorporated into the toilet seat. Some feature horizontal sprays while others use a vertical spray.
Look for units that allow you to adjust water temperature and pressure and feature a comfortable seat
Eighth… Flush Performance
Flush Performance is related to bowl height and chair height.
Bowl height should be approximately 14”-15” May be preferable for children and shorter people
While choosing Chair height comfort should keep in mind when selecting a toilet. Approximately 16”-17”high, ideal for taller people and those with back or leg problems. It is preferred by taller people and ideal for people with back, leg or joint problems and Conforms to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
Ninth…ADA approval
Flush Performance rating system assigns each toilet a numerical score based on three key factors:
• bulk removal
• outlet size
• flush valve size
While choosing Chair height comfort should keep in mind when selecting a toilet. Approximately 16”-17”high, ideal for taller people and those with back or leg problems. It is preferred by taller people and ideal for people with back, leg or joint problems and Conforms to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
Ninth…ADA approval
Flush Performance rating system assigns each toilet a numerical score based on three key factors:
• bulk removal
• outlet size
• flush valve size
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by Brian Fosse
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