You can add a bathroom in several places in a home, whether the room or location has close access to a sewage system or not. This is possible with upflush toilets, which flush water and waste upward instead of downward like the standard gravity-flush toilet.
An upflush toilet system can make a room more convenient and comfortable for homeowners and guests. There are several popular applications for installing upflush toilets in homes, including:
Garages
An upflush toilet allows you to install a new toilet without busting up the floor. Most garages aren’t designed with the sewage system going through them, so you may need a flexible solution to incorporate a toilet or bathroom in the garage. You can connect the following components to most upflush systems:
- Bathroom sinks
- Kitchen sinks
- Showers
- Bathtubs
- Dishwashers
If your client plans to convert their garage to a living space or office, installing a bathroom would complete the project. Other garage uses that might necessitate a bathroom include:
1. Garage Workshop
A garage can be converted into a workshop for dedicated projects and hobbies. Pumping is one of the critical considerations in this conversion process, and an upflush toilet system comes in handy if there’s no existing sewerage system in the garage. Adding a toilet in a garage workshop makes it a convenient, accessible workstation.
2. Business Space
Homeowners may also convert their garages into businesses or home offices. One of the main reasons for doing this is to reduce or avoid the costs associated with renting an office or business premises. If it’s a business that customers will be visiting, adding a bathroom to the garage is an especially thoughtful addition.
3. Independent Living Area
As people age, futureproofing their homes becomes one of their major priorities. If the current bathroom has an awkward layout, is not easy to access, or is not as comfortable as the occupants would wish, they have the option of adding a toilet in the garage. Older adults prefer bathrooms with level access and plenty of room, and an upflush toilet system makes it possible to add a bathroom on the ground floor.
Similarly, having a bathroom on the same floor can be beneficial for adults with disabilities. Rather than having to navigate staircases to reach the bathroom, individuals can transition to the basement and simply use the bathroom there. This addition can provide extra independence for homeowners or guests who require a more accessible experience.
Attics
You can install an upflush toilet in an attic, even with a sloped roof. The addition of a toilet in the attic makes the otherwise unused space more valuable. An extra bathroom in the attic also takes the pressure off of sharing one bathroom in a family home.
Most attics are not large enough to be converted into living spaces. In those scenarios, the attic can be converted into a bathroom and storage area. Larger lofts can be converted into livable rooms with the new toilet system. For example, the attic could be converted into:
- A game room
- A bedroom
- A TV room
No matter how you decide to transform the attic, incorporating a bathroom with an upflush system can be a simple way to maximize the space and give it new life.
Basements
The home basement is one of the most popular areas for installing upflush toilets. Because the basement is below ground, the upflush toilet system is the perfect solution. Here are some home basement conversions that may require the addition of an upflush toilet:
1. Spare Bedroom
A basement can be converted into a bedroom or even a studio with a kitchen and bathroom. To make it more independent from the rest of the house, private, and convenient, adding a toilet is necessary. Furthermore, a finished basement complete with a toilet could increase the home’s value.
2. Home Theater
Homeowners may also decide to convert their basements into home cinema rooms for watching movies and listening to music. During leisure time in the cinema room, it would be an inconvenience if they had to walk upstairs to answer the call of nature. Adding an upflush toilet system makes it a complete entertainment area where people don’t have to take long breaks because toilets are in another location or room.
3. Home Gym
A basement, along with the garage, is one of the ideal locations for a home gym. Consider installing a toilet to make it a space where people want to spend time. Walking away from the gym to visit a toilet in a different room can demotivate or discourage continuous exercise.
Under Staircases
You can also install an upflush toilet under a staircase. This can be a helpful spot to build a half bathroom on a home’s first floor, and using an upflush system can streamline the process.
A toilet under the staircase would probably be the nearest toilet for anyone in the living room, making it convenient for guests to use. A staircase toilet can be a great addition if the family bathroom is always in high demand. It also saves the kids a trek up and down when they need to use one. Older parents are also spared the hassle of moving up and down the stairs to use the toilet.
Why Use Uplush Toilets in These Areas
The basement, garage, staircases, and attics are typically areas that aren’t designed to have toilets. However, when homeowners need to add a toilet in these areas, an upflush toilet system is the best choice for the following reasons:
- Flexibility: Standard toilets rely on gravity, and you must also drill the floor to install them. In comparison, upflush toilets can be installed virtually anywhere in the house without remodeling the plumbing system because they rely on a pump.
- Versatility: You can connect an upflush toilet to the sink, bathtub, or shower to make a full bathroom.
- Durability: When properly cleaned and maintained, upflush toilets can be used for 10-15 years without damage.
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Installing upflush toilets adds comfort and convenience to basements, attics, garages, and other areas of a home where bathroom solutions are needed. Choosing a high-quality upflush system for your next project helps ensure you can create a bathroom anywhere without issue.
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