Save a Buck: Dual-Flush Devices Allow More Economical Toilet Use - AARP Bulletin

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In a typical household, a toilet consumes the most water—roughly 27 percent of the total, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. A dual-flush model cuts that usage by providing full flushes to dispose of solid waste and half-flushes for liquids. But before you pay $300 or more for a new toilet, you may want to consider a conversion kit for your existing unit. Available for $99 at major retailers, the Perfect Flush works with a top-mounted push-button box. It takes about 30 minutes for a homeowner to install and can save a family of four about $100 a year in water costs, the company says. Similar products are Select A Flush and Aquanotion’s TwoFlush. Sid Kirchheimer writes about consumer and health issues. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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