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Toilet Buying Guide


There are many options to consider when purchasing a new toilet. Gallons per flush, tankless, round bowlelongated bowl, standard height, tall height, one-piece, and two-piece models are all available.

Standard toilets manufactured today are ultra-low-flush (ULF) and use a maximum of only 1.6 gallons of water per flush. The more water-efficient models use .7 to 1.28 gallons of water flush. The amount of water savings adds up quickly; the difference between the .7 and 1.6 gallons per flush models equals over five gallons of a water usage a day per person.

TOTO Neorest 600 MS990CGR Toilet with Washlet

Tank and Bowl Style

  • Tankless toilets have a sleek, modern look, and many features. These toilets often have automatic or easy-close seats, are slightly higher than standard models, and have a quiet flushing mechanism. The newest development, tankless toilets, are the most expensive.
  • One-piece toilets also have a sleek look, work well in small areas, and are much less expensive than tankless models. One-piece toilets are available in round or elongated bowl styles, and a variety of heights.
  • Two-piece toilets run the gamut from stylish to standard. Two-piece models are available in the most variety of styles, sizes, and colors. Sold as a set or with the bowl and tank sold separately; they are the least expensive of the three styles and have the widest price range.

No matter what your price range, you will find a large selection of stylish toilets to complement your bathroom.