Many people are not aware that toilets are one of the few items in your household that should be replaced or upgraded regularly because bacteria quickly builds up in and around the toilet. Furthermore, problems with clogging or low water pressure in older toilets can cause a lot of water to be wasted and cause you to spend more money on water bills than you need to.
This article is a guide to 6 effective ways that you can upgrade your toilet:
A New Toilet Seat
One of the most affordable upgrade options that will still let you enjoy your bathroom time is upgrading to a smart toilet seat. These toilet seats often have smart features like a wireless remote, oscillating clean technology, or heating capabilities.The experts over at ProjectForHome.com explain that even just a heated seat will change your life because you will no longer have to touch that uncomfortably cold seat in the winter. You can also adjust the pressure, temperature and angle of the seat using the wireless remote. Many toilet seats also have a slow close feature which means you will never be disturbed by the sudden noise of the toilet seat falling ever again. If you are into bathroom decor, you can now choose from the various unique and fun toilet seats that display flowers, sealife, shells, or marble molded wood.
Install An Electronic Bidet
There is a reason why electronic bidets, also known as washlets, are present everywhere you go in Japan. From airports to restaurants to common households, electronic bidets are considered a must-have item, and as many as 81 percent of Japanese households have installed an electronic bidet. The bidet not only helps to promote personal hygiene, but can also reduce the use of toilet paper, and the experience it creates can be very pleasant, although a bit strange at first. If you are looking for a truly Japanese bidet experience, you can get one of the TOTO toilets. It comes with an automatic air deodorizer that will get rid of any bad odors, leaving your bathroom smelling clean and fresh at all times.?
Upgrade To A Smart Toilet
If you want to go the whole hog, installing a smart toilet will provide as many cool benefits as you can imagine. Smart toilets use built-in technology to improve the user’s experience in every way. Most smart toilets nowadays carry the same popular features, including a heated seat (to keep you warm), a night light for midnight trips to the toilet (to prevent any mishaps in the dark), an automatic lid that enables automatic and hands-free opening and closing of the lid (for hygiene), and last but not least, an emergency backup flushing mechanism (just to make sure!). More advanced toilets even include music playing capabilities, or help save water with their flushing systems. Given the wide range of benefits that these smart toilets can provide, it is not surprising that they are becoming incredibly popular outside of Japan too.
Bathroom Lightning
Lighting is very important in creating a relaxed environment in your bathroom, especially as bathrooms usually have very little natural light. Instead of just installing full artificial lights, you should install a dimmer to set the right mood in your bathroom, for when you want to soak in the tub or if you are one of those people who like to read news or play games when using the toilet.
Bathroom Windows
Bad ventilation can trap bad odors and humidity in the bathroom for a long time, which results in an unpleasant environment and can also lead to mold and mildew. The best way to handle this is to install a window for natural ventilation. A window will keep your bathroom and toilet clean and free of mold, while also letting natural light in. You may also want to place some air deodorizer in your toilet to fight off bad smells and keep the room always smelling clean and fresh.
Switch To A Hidden-Tank Toilet
If you only have a very tight space for your toilet, you may want to consider installing a toilet with a hidden tank, where the water storage tank is placed inside the wall. This kind of design fits well with modern bathroom styles, although you may find it a little bit harder to perform routine maintenance.
If you are looking to upgrade your toilet, hopefully this article has given you some ideas about what options are available to you. People often don’t realize how much time we spend in the bathroom, and a pleasant experience can very well lift your mood at home. Just like any other part of your house, you should try to make your toilet as comfortable and convenient as possible.
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