Helpful Tips
Power-assist Toilets
Power-assist toilets: Power-assist toilets plug into a standard GFCI outlet and use electricity to power a pump that pushes water into the toilet bowl. These quiet operators work well in close quarters or bathrooms located near bedrooms. A self-closing seat, which may be added to any toilet for about $50, eliminates the loud clanking... »
Pressure-assist Toilets
Pressure-assist toilets: These are the most powerful toilets, best suited for large families or heavy use. The toilet’s water supply provides the pressure to compress air within a sealed plastic reservoir inside the tank. When the incoming water reaches the fill line, the tank is pressurized and ready for the next flush. During flushing,... »
Gravity Toilets
Gravity toilets: This is the most familiar type of toilet. Here, water drops from the tank into the bowl and trap, moving waste down the drain. Gravity does all the work, which makes them a good choice for homes that don’t get great water pressure (as low as 10 pounds per square inch should... »
Basic Tips With A Garbage Disposal
Basic Disposal Tips: Do not put your hand into the disposer. Do not put bones, metal or stringy material down garbage disposer. Keep hard objects out. This includes plastic, rubber & metal as well as bones & gristle unless your owner’s manual says you can put them down. Use a strong flow of cold... »
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