Not your father’s low-flow…
Problems with first-generation “lowflow” toilets were infamous in the early 1990s. Some consumers complained that the toilets clogged too often, needed several flushes to clear the bowl, or caused problems with their home plumbing. Although later generations of watersaving toilets have resolved such issues, misconceptions have persisted and kept many consumers from saving both water and money. With new designs and technological advancements, today’s high-efficiency toilets use less than 1.3 gallons per flush and perform as well as—or better than—conventional, less efficient models.
Can You Tell Fact from Fiction?
| Fiction |
Fact |
| All low-flow toilets need multiple flushes and often clog. |
WaterSenseSM labeled toilets must meet strict criteria for water efficiency and flushing performance |
| Lower flows lead to problems with home plumbing systems. |
WaterSense labeled toilets meet or exceed national plumbing performance standards. |
| WaterSense labeled toilets cost more than other toilets. |
With cost savings on water bills and potential rebate options, WaterSense labeled toilets can be cheaper than other, less efficient models. |
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