If your toilet has a push button on the top and no flapper, it might be a pressure-assist toilet, such as a Sloane Flushmate. Poor flushing can be due to problems with the water supply or with the pressure tank. Except in cases in which the tank is cracked, you can fix most of th...
When you’re on the road, the last thing you want to encounter is a clogged RV toilet – but it’s a common occurrence. While you might have to put up with unpleasant smells for several miles, you can fix RV toilets byclosing the tank vent and adding some suitable chemicals. Solid-to...
In addition to filling the toilet bowl, you will also want to make sure yoursewer valveis closed. The reason for this is two-fold: First, keeping it open allows liquid waste to drain while leaving solids behind to dry out, stick, and cause clogs and smells that are virtually impossible ...
While plumbers are ever ready to plunge into the fray and fix the mess you’ve made, it’s usually cheaper to do this job done yourself. Just make sure you have the tools for the job on hand before things get too busy in the bathroom. How to Unclog a Toilet with a Plunger The tra...
Stop flushing money down the toilet! Check out these easy tips to help you figure out how to save money on toilet paper! We have calculated exactly how much it costs for 19 different toilet papers.
I live alone in my Tiny House RV, so I dump the solid waste every 3-4 months. When I have company, I have to dump more often. The toilet is rated for 90 uses, so you can do the math. Weather also can make a difference in how often I dump, so I rely on the crank to tell...
Solution:Refill your RV toilet with water and chemicals to create a vapor barrier between your holding tank and RV bathroom. Read moretips for maintaining your RV toilet here. RV Mistakes to Avoid When Driving Some people wonderif you need a special license to drive an RV. The short answer...
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How does the water get from the fresh water storage tank to the faucets, showers, and toilet when you’re off the grid? A 12V pump does the trick. (More on that later.) The second option for most RV plumbing systems is to connect to a “city water” supply such as those at a ca...