Did you know that the buttons on your toilet don’t just flush waste? They also help save a valuable resource: water.
How do dual-flush buttons work?
How do dual-flush buttons work?
Modern dual-flush toilets are designed to meet different needs:
The smallest button: Uses 3 to 4.5 liters of water, ideal for disposing of liquid waste.
The largest button: Uses approximately 6 to 9 liters of water, necessary for disposing of solid waste.
This design allows for customizable water usage, especially for daily waste.
Why is this innovation essential?
Significant water savings: A home equipped with a dual-flush toilet can save up to 20,000 liters of water per year compared to a conventional flush. Reduced environmental impact: These savings protect water resources, a crucial step in the context of climate change and water stress. The Origin of the Dual Flush Concept
The Origin of the Dual Flush Concept
Victor Papanek, an American industrial designer, introduced this idea in 1976 in his book Design for the Real World. A few years later, in 1980, Australia became the first country to adopt this innovation on a large scale. Since then, it has spread worldwide as an ecological and economical solution.
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