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one-piece,
or two?
A "one-piece" toilet is actually six to ten individual
pieces sculpted into a seamless, space-saving unit. The
result is a sleek, hand-crafted toilet w/ no crevices
between the tank & bowl to collect dirt &
odors.
"Two-piece"
toilets feature the traditional design of a separate tank
& bowl which are bolted together upon
installation.
one-piece
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two-piece
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gravity-fed
or pressure-assisted flush?
There
are two basic types of toilet flushing systems; both
types save water by using 1.6 gallons of water per flush.
Gravity-fed flush toilets use the force of gravity &
a siphon "pull-through" action to empty the bowl. Look
for gravity-fed toilets offering high performance to
efficiently & quietly dispose waste.
Pressure-assisted
toilets harness pressure from the water supply in the
home to create a powerful "push-through" flush. All waste
is removed quickly in about four seconds. Pressure
assisted toilets are slightly louder & there is no
condensation or "sweating" on the outer tank.
quality
Look
for toilets with a deep, rich coat of glaze, insuring an
even, easy to clean glossy surface. Ideally, the internal
trapway should be glazed, providing a smooth surface to
facilitate the flow of waste & prevent clogging. Look
for superior quality for lasting durability
performance.
OTHER
CONSIDERATIONS
size
Toilets come in varying sizes, so check the width, depth
& height of your available space. Also, most toilets
bolt to the floor 12" from the wall, but some toilet
manufacturers also make 10" & 14" models. Measure
first.
style
Toilet manufacturers offer a wide range of styles, from
traditional to contemporary.
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