The knee jerk uninformed reaction to saying you wash your hands with toilet water is a bad one, we'll be the first to admit that — but what if you're saving water and space at the same time? We've talked about pricier options in the past, but if you're not looking to lay out major cash, check out this easy after market toilet tank add-on.
Now we've talked about a few more upscale toilet/sink combinations in the past. Roca makes a nice one, but we're still unsure if you can find it in the US. The Profile 5 by Caroma is another great choice, but if you don't have the time, energy or money to be replacing your entire toilet, then you're left out in the cold.
Sink Positive has been around for several years now and has made a few persuading adjustments to their product over time. What started out as a "one-size-fits-most" toilet lid, has now been made adjustable. It runs off water from your sink line that would normally be filling your tank. You flush your toilet, the water in the tank cleans the bowl while the water that would normally refill it, comes to you for hand washing first. It saves several gallons of water a day in an average household.
The biggest complaint about the product is that standing over your toilet to wash your hands isn't exactly easy if you're not 6' tall or a social norm, but for a product with a price point that the average consumer can budget into their finances ($89-$115), we think it's a great alternative and wanted to give it a few minutes in the spotlight. Plus, we're pretty sure your pets will approve and consider it a challenge to lap up the post-hand washing stream!
Do you own a Sink Positive or know someone who does? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!
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Comments (6)
it makes sense. I know these are popular in Japan, esp small apartments & dorm rooms.
"standing over your toilet to wash your hands isn't exactly easy" is what make this a no-deal for me.
I looked at these a few months ago for my master bedroom's half-bathroom. I ended up having to put off that remodel, but I still like this idea. I even thought about converting the old sink to a bidet...but we'll have to see.
I've had one for a couple of years. Love it.
Yeah, those are pretty common in Japan but they never had soap next to them like in one above. Thought that was pretty gross. Actually, there wasn't much handsoap really anywhere there...
I wonder if the soap flowing into the toilet would have an effect. Could it cause soap scum? Or on the other hand, maybe it would keep the toilet cleaner looking??
my cat would LOVE this!