Bathroom Lingo: Learn the Different Bathroom Fixtures
Realtor will help buyers have the basic knowledge to differentiate these sanitation fixtures and make them equip on their next trip to the home depot store.
1. Soaking tub
A soaking tub or the garden tub is “deeper than the standard model” and this will suit anyone who loves to relax and “soak” themselves in the tub. This tub could even be a couple’s tub because it can fit in two people or even more.
2. Freestanding tub
Freestanding tubs are a favorite piece now especially for modern homes. Homes that has a vast space for their bathroom often make this type of tub a focal piece. There are many varieties for freestanding tub but the most popular one that the article cited is the modern minimalist version.
3. Gravity-assisted toilet
This type of toilet was used earlier and widely used in homes. According todoityourself, “In a gravity-assisted toilet tank, you will see the usual flange, filler pipes, and valves that you have come to know.”
4. Pressure-assisted toilet
Pressure-assisted toilets are usually used for business establishments and are not frequently installed for ordinary households. This type of toilet uses less water and noticeably, toilets such as this creates a “loud whoosh” noise when you push its flush button.
5. Low-flow toilet
If you want to conserve water and keep up with the green movement, this toilet is a great option. Based on the outlet (via water-savings calculator), “you can conserve 7,000 gallons of water annually for a four-person, two-toilet home.”
6. Dual-flush toilet
Dual flush toilets has one flush dedicated to your “liquid waste” and another for “solid waste.” Based on the article, the water consumed for liquid waste is 0.8 to 1 gallon of water while 1.6 to 2 gallons is dedicated for solid waste.
Source: realtytoday.com
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