Efficient Toilets

Efficient toilets
Because of recent changes in laws and the push for more “green” or environmentally sound products, toilets are getting redesigned to be as efficient as possible. Years ago, most toilets used seven gallons per flush. Because of water usage laws and the push for conservation, efficient water saving toilets that are made today use less than half that amount.

When low-flow toilets were first introduced to the market, many people were unimpressed with their performance. However, that has changed as toilets have evolved and now high-efficiency/low flow toilets are standard in the marketplace. These toilets can noticeably reduce water bills, as they are designed to use 1.6 gallons of water or less per flush.

There are a few choices in high efficiency toilets that consumers should be aware of. There are more options that are available now than just the standard gravity assisted toilet. Pressure assisted high efficiency toilets contain a closed container within the toilet tank. It contains air that becomes pressurized as the water supply line fills with water. The flush action releases the air, which pushes the water into the bowl quickly. A flushometer system also uses pressure. It compresses the supply water so that when the toilet is flushed, the water shoots into the tank. Many of these types of toilets use 1.3 gallons or less per flush.

Another water conserving trend in toilets is the dual flush action. There is one button to push for liquid flushes only. When that is pressed, it emits a half-flush, and the usage is usually less than a gallon of water. The other button is for solid flushes. Using this function allows for a full flush and depending on the toilet uses either 1.6 gallons or 1.3 gallons of water. The purpose for this toilet is to go one step further on water conservation and to save even more money on the water bill.

Using a high-efficiency toilet can really help save money on the water bill by reducing water usage. Water conservation is an important issue. Also, the costs associated with a high-efficiency water saving toilet are not prohibitive. Preventative maintenance is simple with these systems and should be done regularly to prolong the mechanics of the toilet and avoid common toilet problems. High-efficiency toilets are available for all types of budget and décor, and are designed for private and public use.