- Totally with you on dual-flush models—once people get the hang of it, they're pretty intuitive.
- One thing I've noticed though: maintenance matters a lot. Even a solid mid-range toilet can start underperforming if the seals or valves aren't checked occasionally.
- Also, placement matters. I installed one in our basement bathroom (lower water pressure down there), and it struggled more than the upstairs one. Lesson learned...
- Still, overall, the water savings are legit and worth the minor quirks.
I've found the water savings decent, but honestly, the upfront cost difference can be steep. For a tight budget, sometimes a well-maintained standard toilet plus simple water-saving tricks (like displacement bags) can be just as effective without the hassle...
I get the appeal of displacement bags, but honestly, they can be a pain. Tried one at my place last year and it kept shifting around, messing with the flush. Ended up having to fish it out more than once—gross. Still, you're right about the upfront cost being steep for water-saving toilets. If your current toilet's solid, maybe stick with it until you actually need a replacement...that's probably what I'd do next time around.
Honestly, are displacement bags ever worth the hassle? I've seen more than a few toilets get clogged or have flushing issues because of them. But here's my question: have you looked into dual-flush conversion kits? They're usually cheaper than replacing the whole toilet and can give you similar water-saving benefits without the bag drama. Installed one at my brother's place last summer, and he hasn't complained yet...which is saying something, trust me.
As for water-saving toilets themselves, I'm skeptical about the hype too. Sure, they save water, but do they always flush effectively enough to avoid double-flushing? If you're constantly flushing twice, are you really saving anything? I'd say if your current toilet works fine, maybe hold off until you actually need a new one. Then again, some newer models are surprisingly efficient—just gotta do your homework first.
I agree about displacement bags—they're more trouble than they're worth. Dual-flush kits can be effective, but installation quality matters a lot. I've found newer WaterSense-certified toilets surprisingly reliable; rarely had double-flush issues in my units after upgrading. Worth considering when replacement becomes necessary.
