You may have seen them in public bathrooms or even at someone’s house, but dual flow toilets are still a fairly new sensation. They are catching on quickly because of the amount of water savings they bring. They are already quite popular in Europe and other countries, and now the US is getting on board.
Dual flush toilets have two separate mechanisms for flushing. The first is a half flush used for urine while the full flush gets rid of solid waste and uses more water. The benefit of using this type of toilet is that it conserves water, which is why it is so popular in countries where water is in short supply.
To choose a dual flow toilet, you will want to check its performance rating, called the Maximum Performance Testing or MaP. This tells you how well the toilet cleans the bowl with a flush. You will also want to find one that meets the High Efficiency Toilet standard for the best savings in both water and money.
As with any other toilet, you need to try out different options to find the right height and size to be comfortable. The popular standard for dual flush toilets on height is the same as regular toilets at 17-19 inches. Even the shape of the seat can make a difference on your selection whether you prefer the round bowl of elongated for saving space.
Once you select the dual flow toilet you like, you will want to contact your local plumber to install it for you. Your plumber can do a professional installation and you will be saving water and money in no time.
