Contrary to popular belief, he did not invent the flush toilet; he made some changes to the toilet design patented by Harrington. In fact, Smithsonian says that Crapper's greatest invention was the creation of the bathroom fittings showroom at a time when toilets were seldom displayed. Crapper...
Leaky closet spud gasket: the rubber gasket sealing the toilet tank to the bowl may be leaky, or fittings securing the tank to the bowl could be leaking. Watch out: If leaks are at the toilet tank mounting bolts you will might see water on the floor. But then again you might not. [...
All drains require a trap that always holds water to block sewer gas from coming into the home. Unlike the vanity or kitchen sinks where the traps are visible, toilets have built-in traps called the S-bend or S-trap. When the toilet is not in use, the trap holds enough water to bloc...
Place a rag in the floor drain temporarily to trap any gas that might escape from the drainpipe. Clean away any old wax. Install the wax seal or gasket of the new toilet according to the manufacturer's instructions. (Hardware and fittings are usually included with the toilet.) Install the...
They take the time to learn about each person's riding habits, how fit they are, and what they like. So whether you're someone who bikes to work every day and needs a bike that's easy to store, or you're someone who loves riding on rough trails and needs a high-performance ...
Solid waste from the toilet is compacted, dried and stored in bags where it is returned to Earth for disposal (burning). Liquid waste from the toilet goes to the wastewater tank where it is dumped overboard. Fire is one of the most dangerous hazards in space. The orbiter has a Fire ...
The primary solution is a good bike fit, so that your weight is properly distributed. Also, it’s important to have the right saddle. For more on those two issues, see below in our section onWhat Women Cyclists Can Do to Prevent Saddle Soreness Related Problems. ...
While we’ve never traveled with a toilet in our campervan (first the Chevy Astro, now the Sprinter), we know a toilet is a must for many people. We might end up trying out the new Cuddy composting toilet, which is small enough to fit in a van. Here are a couple of articles a...