Are all toilet handles the same?

Replacing a Toilet Handle Another way to get the type of handle you need is to purchase one from the manufacturer of your specific toilet. There are also universal handles that will fit almost any toilet, no matter what type of tank lever you currently have.

Why are some toilets more expensive?

Toilet design is the main factor in determining why some toilets cost more than others. Generally speaking, one-piece, wall hung toilets tend to be more expensive than alternative styles. They incorporate a slick, sleeker appearance than their counterparts, and feature less crevices which makes them easier to clean.

Are dual flush toilets better?

Again, dual-flush toilets save around 67 percent of water used compared to regular toilets. Typically the solid waste button will perform a regular flush (1.6 gallons) and the liquid waste will only use half the amount of water (0.8 gallons).

What height is ADA compliant toilet?

17”-19”
The standard ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) height toilets must have, a 17”-19” floor to bowl rim height, including the seat. You should also consider the toilet rough-in from the wall, which is commonly 12”.

Which is better round or elongated toilet?

Most people find elongated toilet bowls to be more comfortable, but in a small bathroom, a round bowl can save space. Elongated toilet bowls measure up to 31″ from the wall, while round fixtures max out at 28″. Because round bowls are less expensive than elongated bowls, they save a few dollars, too.

Does brand of toilet matter?

Before selecting any features it is a good idea to start with a price because whatever you choose it needs to fit your budget. There can be a huge price difference in toilets based on the number of features they offer. For around $150 you should be able to buy a really nice name-brand toilet.

Why are toilet handles on the left side?

The chain of these toilets hung down on the left-hand side, to allow the person sitting to pull with their right hand. The majority of users flush while sitting down on the toilet, meaning the handle on the left is easier to reach with the right, dominant hand.

What is the left side of a toilet?

Why are toilet handles on the left-hand side? Most early flush toilets were flushed by pulling a chain above the tank. The chain was usually to the left of the tank, to allow the user to pull with his or her right hand while seated.

Why are the handles on the left side of the toilet?

Toilets have been historically designed with the handles on the left-hand side. There are several theories as to why this is, including their practical design, easier accessibility and even more traditional, symbolic reasons.

Which hand do you use to flush the toilet?

Someone sitting on a modern-day toilet can reach behind to flush with the right hand. This is the more likely of the theories, as recreating the design of a toilet to adapt the flusher to the other side would seem to be unnecessary.

Why are most people right-handed?

Researchers believe that our handedness (tendency to be right or left-handed) is determined in the womb. The majority of humans are right-handed (a whopping 85-90\%) and this makes sense– our right hand is controlled by the left hemisphere of the brain which is responsible for speech and writing.

How did people flush toilets before the toilet?

The earliest flushing toilets were specific water closets and were flushed by pulling on a chain. The chain of these toilets hung down on the left-hand side, to allow the person sitting to pull with their right hand.