The best low flow toilet
As water becomes an increasingly scarce resource, low-flow toilets are becoming increasingly popular, and are required in California, Colorado, Georgia and Texas. These high efficiency toilets (HET) generally use 1.28 gallons per flush (gpf), which is approximately 20 percent less water than standard 1.6 gpf toilets. A perfect low flow toilet can qualify for a refund from the local water authority. You can search for public services that offer reimbursements on the EPA website.
The challenge for this type of toilet is to be able to thoroughly clean the bowl of solid waste without the need for a second discharge and, among the low-flow toilets, the Toto Drake II CST454CEFG
(Est. $ 350 and more) has a series of features that make it stand out in this regard, and in this category. This toilet with Water Sense certification has Ceotoontect patented by Toto varnish that prevents dirt from adhering to the bowl. Combined with a large water surface that helps keep water cleaner and Double Cyclone technology, which cycles more water around the bowl with each flush, the CST454CEFG requires less frequent cleaning than most toilets.
The Toto Drake II has a MaP score of 800, quite good for a low flow toilet, and it stands out in other aspects, obtaining excellent grades in both the disposal of solid waste and in the cleaning of bowls in another expert test. The owners agree, which gives it very high ratings in general for its washing and cleaning performance. They say that despite its consumption of miserable water, the toilet has a powerful rinsing action that rarely leaves "debris" and that rarely escapes or clogs. However, it makes a "whistling" sound, which some people find too noisy, especially in the middle of the night. The Toto Drake II is backed by a one year warranty and Toto receives exceptionally good reviews for customer service.
With a cup height of 16 inches, the Toto Drake II meets ADA standards and is a comfortable height for most users. However, small children and people of shorter stature may find the height uncomfortable. The Drake II comes in five colors.
If you are looking for a more accessible toilet that offers the same water saving features, consider the American standard 2586.128ST.020 Champion 4 Max ($ 210). It has a Map score of 1,000, even better than the Toto Drake, is Water Sense certified, has a cup height of 16.5 inches for ADA compliance and uses only 1.28 gpf. In a professional review, American Standard scores excellently for both solid waste disposal and container cleaning.
The US standard 2586.128ST.020 presents its own antimicrobial surface, called Ever Clean, to inhibit the growth of bacteria, and the owners say it works well. What keeps this low flow toilet out of our first position is that it receives quite a few more complaints about defective units and noise. It includes a slow, closed seat, but, as we often see with toilet seats that are included with the toilet, the reviewers say it looks cheap and flimsy.
For an even less expensive option in a water-saving toilet, it may be worth looking at the Glacier Bay N2428E toilet (Est. $ 100). Although it is not much for the looks, with a very utilitarian design that establishes few hearts,
