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Which Toilet Flushing Mechanism is Best?

Once upon a time, there wasn’t much to think about when purchasing a new toilet. After all, as long as it had a tank, bowl, seat, lever, and did the job it was designed to do, what’s there to think about? Maybe if you wanted to get fancy, you could go with light pink or baby blue instead of white or ecru.

However, today’s toilets have come a long way. If you haven’t shopped for one recently, you may be overwhelmed by the vast number of options available. While all toilets still perform the same basic function, some may be better suited for your home than others.

Continue reading to learn about the different flush mechanisms on the market today so that you can choose the model that makes the most sense for your  household’s needs and budget.

Gravity-Flush

Also called siphonic toilets, these toilets are among the most popular for residential homes. Gravity flush toilets feature a tank that holds water. When flushed, the water in the tank pushes all the waste in the toilet bowl through the trapway, leaving the toilet bowl clean after use. These toilets rarely clog and are relatively easy to maintain.

Dual-Flush

A dual-flush toilet offers two different flush options: half and full. The half-flush uses less water to remove liquid waste from the bowl, while the full-flush uses a pressure-assisted system to flush solid waste. While they cost more upfront, dual-flush toilets are more water-efficient, making them a great option for homeowners looking to decrease their water usage.

Pressure-Assisted

Pressure-assisted toilets offer a very powerful flush that forces water into the tank with pressurized air. Rarely do pressure-assisted toilets need to be flushed more than once to clear waste, making them an ideal choice for homes where a single toilet is shared by multiple household members. The one complaint is that they are louder than most other toilet options.

Double-Cyclone

These are among the newer types of toilets available today. Instead of holes along the rim, they feature two water nozzles that spray water for an efficient flush with minimal usage. While not as water-efficient as dual-flush models, double-cyclone toilets are more eco-friendly than gravity-flush or pressure-assisted toilets.

Bidet Toilet Combination

Combining the features of a standard toilet with a bidet, bidet toilets take up significantly less space than a bidet and toilet purchased individually, so no major modifications are necessary. Many models offer intelligent controls to enhance user experience. For example, a remote or integrated control panel allows the user to adjust the toilet seat temperature, bidet cleansing settings, and much more.

Up-Flush

Unlike most toilet types, up-flush toilets push waste out of the back into a macerator where it’s processed and pumped into PVC piping connecting the toilet to the home’s main stack for discharge. They can be installed in parts of a house lacking plumbing, making them a good option when adding a bathroom without spending thousands to hook up new plumbing.

Regardless of which type of toilet you choose, you can trust Messmer Mechanical to install, maintain, and repair it to your complete satisfaction. Contact us today for all your plumbing needs.