Elongated Toilet

Bemis Toilet Seats – High Quality Respected Name

Bemis toilet seats like most companies come in two different sizes an elongated version which is 18 1/2″ long and a regular/round version which is roughly 16 1/2″ long.

To find out which seat you need measure from the center front of your toilet bowl to the center of the post holes where your hinges attach.

Next you need to decide on the application for the toilet seat, for example if you are replacing a seat in a public rest room you should look for a commercial toilet seat.  Bemis also makes hard toilet seats which come with a hard durable surface which holds up to frequent cleaning with more abrasive cleaners, medic-aid toilet seats which have safety features for individuals with special needs.

Most Bemis seats feature the “Easy-2″ hinges that offer the most popular features people look for in a toilet seat. A easy release hinge that allows the seat to be lifted completely off of the toilet with a simple twist of the hinge and Bemis line of seats all feature soft close toilet seats which allow the seat to close softly. This helps avoid pinched fingers and loud slams.

Bemis offers 4 different product lines:

1) Bemis – The Bemis line has a few different models:

  • 200SLOW – Plastic, fits round bowls
  • 1200SLOW – Plastic, fits elongated bowls
  • 600E2 – Molded Wood, fits round bowls
  • 1600E2 – Molded Wood, fits elongated bowls

2) Mayfair

  • 20SLOW – Plastic, fits round bowls
  • 120SLOW – Plastic, fits elongated bowls
  • 48E2 – Molded Wood, fits round bowls
  • 148E2 – Molded Wood, fits elongated bowls

3) Church

  • 300SLOW – Plastic, fits round bowls
  • 380SLOW – Plastic, fits elongated bowls
  • 640E2 – Molded Wood, fits round bowls
  • 685E2 – Molded Wood, fits elongated bowls

4) Westport

  • 7300SLOW – Plastic, fits round bowls
  • 7380SLOW – Plastic, fits elongated bowls
  • 748E2 – Molded Wood, fits round bowls
  • 1748E2 -  Molded Wood, fits elongated bowls

In addition to the above product lines Bemis also offers some specialty toilet seats, they have a color direct option that allows you to order a color direct seat online in the 200/1200 model toilet seat offering you a selection of 94 colors.

They have recently put out a line of Disney toilet seats, everything from Mickey Mouse, Tinker Bell, Princess toilet seat and even The Little Mermaid toilet seats.   Each of these Disney toilet seats come in round and elongated size seats.

Bemis 1240210000 Eljer Emblem Molded Wood Round Toilet Seat, White

Mayfair 144BN Beveled-Edge Molded Toilet Seat with Brushed Nickel Hinges, Elongated, White Wood

Bemis 1500EC000 Molded Wood Elongated Toilet Seat With Easy Clean and Change Hinge, White

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Toto Washlet -More Sanitary Than Toilet Paper

The Toto Washlet is one of the most innovative products on the market today for your bathroom. Toto makes four different washlet models.

What Is A Washlet?

They are designed to be a more environmental, and sanitary way to clean ourselves after going to the bathroom. Buy installing one you avoid the need of using toilet paper so throw out that toilet paper holder, and you also do not have to reach behind and wipe. This greatly reduces the health risks associated with every day bathroom usage.   They utilize a warm stream of aerated water to cleanse your underside.

Toto Washlet C110

The C110 is the entry level washlet from Toto, it features many of the popular items the more expensive, higher end models have but at a fraction of the cost.  It was also recently redesigned having a slimmer side control panel.  The C110 offers a dual action spray, heated soft close toilet seat and a self cleaning wand.

There are two different models within the C110 line the first is SW524 which is for elongated toilets and the SW523 which is for round toilets.

Toto Washlet E200

The E200 washlet has a sleaker look than the C110 and some additional features. Included is the dual action cleansing modes with warm water wash, a warm air dryer that will dry you off and a wireless remote control. It also includes the favorite heated toilet seat.

Toto Washlet S300

The S300 has 5 different warm water cleaning modes, and adjustable cleaning wand, and automatic air purifier. Included are also the features of the E200, wireless remote and heated seat.

Toto Washlet S400

The S400 offers all of the features above for the S300 but also offers a hands free flush and auto open and close lid. The heated seat also offers temperature control and includes front and rear washing. This model has the cleaner, thin look over the other models as well as a reinforced base plate for enhanced durability.

In conclusion you cannot go wrong with any of these models, they all offer a warranty and have the name brand recognition of the Toto name.

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Toilet Paper Roll Holder – Everything You Could Want To Know

Back in the day a toilet paper holder was basic, usually built into the wall or attached via a few screws. Overall, to find the best one for your bathroom there are a few things you need to consider.

Recessed Toilet Paper Holder

If you bathroom is rather small a built in paper hold may be best, they do not stick out into the room as far or take up as much floor space as other style toilet paper holders. They come in a wide variety of colors and styles.

Standing Toilet Paper Holder

A free standing toilet paper hold is one that sits on the floor next to the toilet, they are weighted so they do not tip over that easy. Some people hide them around the corner of the toilet so they are not a focal point of the room. The nice thing about standing paper holders is they can be moved to clean and replaced easy with another one, while built in models might require so work on the wall.

Wall Hung Toilet Paper Holder (non recessed)

Wall hung toilet paper holders are probably the most common, they simply screw into the wall and are not recessed into the wall. They are fairly easy to replace as you just have to unscrew the screws one the old one and put the new one up.

What Are The Most Common Finishes and Materials Toilet Papers Holders Are Made From?

The most popular finishes today for toilet paper holders are oil rubbed bronze, ceramic, traditional bronze and chrome or brushed nickel.

The most important thing is that the toilet paper holder matches the rest of the accessories within your bathroom(towel bar holders etc…).

The biggest trend is decorative toilet paper holders, there are ones that look like moose heads, and even American flag paper holders.

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Dual Flush Toilets – The Numerous Advantages

Dual flush toilets work differently compared to traditional toilets. These provide the user with a host of flush options. They are also more environment-friendly, as they help save water with every flush. Because of their water-conservation features, dual flush toilets became the fad, especially in countries where water supply was short and treatment facilities were expensive to set up.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, approximately 36 US states will suffer from insufficient water supply three years from now, due to the increase use of water and old water management systems. It is thus expected that dual flush toilets will rise in popularity even more, as households struggle to decrease the amount of water that they use every day.
But what is a dual flush toilet and how does it work? First, we need to understand how a standard toilet works. Standard toilets use water to flush out waste from the bowl. But the efficiency with which a standard toilet can do its job depends on how much water supply is available to it. When you flush the standard toilet, a siphoning mechanism lets in a high volume of water into the bowl, and lets out the waste into the drain. The siphoning action stops when air gets into the siphoning tube.

The dual flush model, on the other hand, works differently in that it does not use a siphoning mechanism. Instead, it is fitted with a bigger hole down at the bottom of the toilet bowl called the trapway, and a mechanism that pushes waste down into the drain. Because it does not use a siphoning mechanism and because it has a bigger trapway, it requires a lot less water to work for every flush. In addition, the user can also press the half-flush button to get rid of liquid waste. This feature, along with the overall flushing mechanism, can save as much as 68 percent of the volume of water that a standard toilet uses.

In terms of cost, dual flush models can be a little more expensive than your standard options, especially if you are eyeing the more popular brands like a toto dual flush toilet. But the savings that you stand to gain in the long run is all worth the few dollars additional cost. Going dual flush may be considered as an investment, especially for homeowners who are building their first homes or making a major renovation. It is thus important to choose wisely, by checking out the dual flush toilet ratings of established brands available in the market. Aside from looking into what other users say about dual flush brands, you can also bring down the cost of the installation by looking for models and brands that offer dual flush toilet rebate.

Finally, the beauty of this model is that once it is installed, it takes little or no maintenance at all. You can continuously enjoy the cost savings on your water consumption, and help save the environment at the same time, one flush at a time.

Dual Flush Toilets Question & Answer:

Question: Do elongated toilets saves water?

Answer: No, simply having an elongated toilet does not save water. A dual flush elongated toilet has the ability to save water as it offers different flushing options what use less water.

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Kohler Wellworth Toilet K-3505-0

The Kohler Wellworth toilet (model number K-3505-0) is a newly designed toilet that has water saving features such as the 1.4 gpf.  Even with this reduced water usage this toilet has been designed for bulk flushing performance.  By installing this toilet the average household will save approximately 2000 gallons of water per year.

The list price for the Wellworth elongated toilet is $490.65, and it comes with a one year limited warranty.

The Wellworth toilet comes in white, almond, black and Mexican sand.

Since this is an elongated toilet you cannot use a standard toilet seat, it would require an elongated toilet seat.  A few recommendations that go well with this toilet is the K-4664 Brevia elongated toilet seat or the K-4650 Lustra elongated open front toilet seat.

It is always a good idea when you are replacing your toilet to also replace the water supply line and you will definitely need a brand new wax ring that can be bought at your local Home Depot or Lowes.  You should also check if you need to replace the toilet bolts.  You will also need a crescent wrench for the install.

Once you attach the supply line flush the toilet a couple times and check for leaks.

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