We recently purchased a home in northern Michigan that will be full of vacationing families this summer. Our first weekend in the home this past fall resulted in my 12 y.o. plugging a toilet upstairs and about $7000 worth of damage. Obviously I don't want that to happen ever again, especially since it could mean significant loss of income if I have to get a restoration contractor in there again. Hence I need to replace two upstairs Kohler Wellworths and a downstairs Proflo.
I make the point it is a vacation rental because that piece of information sets the stage for toilet selection - it must be indestructible/unplug-able, easy to operate for renters (single flush?), easy to clean, and look good. The rest of the criteria would be 12 inch rough in, elongated, comfort height, and parts readily available from local hardware as anything such as a big box or plumbing supply will be 45 minutes away. Other parts option would be I can stock a set of parts.
I've put a Toto Drake into my own home 8 or 10 years ago, and it has been flawless for the most part. I had considered a couple of American Standard models since they are readily available at a big box, but do not like what I have read about the seats and lack of replacement options, and the complexity of the Vormax flush mechanism. So, it seems to come down to:
Toto Drake CST744SG 1.6 GPF
Toto Eco Drake CST744EG-01 1.28GPF (not sure what the "1" is for)
Toto Drake II CST454CEFG 1.28GPF
Is there really any difference between these models or between 1.28 vs 1.6 as far as bowl cleanliness after flushing? I understand the Drake II claims but if I can save $100 by the time I buy three (and maybe a fourth for the attached apartment) I can pay for another toilet.
Is there any noise difference? All three are right outside of the bedrooms, and the less guest are woken up the better.
Any problem going with CEFIONTECT? At least for a bit we will have both CEFIONTECT and non-SG on the property, but I have confidence in my cleaning lady she can refrain from "normal cleaning" methods with SG.
Any other input is appreciated, regarding either the toilet selection or installation, to ensure a reliable, trouble free installation.
Thanks,
Jerry
I make the point it is a vacation rental because that piece of information sets the stage for toilet selection - it must be indestructible/unplug-able, easy to operate for renters (single flush?), easy to clean, and look good. The rest of the criteria would be 12 inch rough in, elongated, comfort height, and parts readily available from local hardware as anything such as a big box or plumbing supply will be 45 minutes away. Other parts option would be I can stock a set of parts.
I've put a Toto Drake into my own home 8 or 10 years ago, and it has been flawless for the most part. I had considered a couple of American Standard models since they are readily available at a big box, but do not like what I have read about the seats and lack of replacement options, and the complexity of the Vormax flush mechanism. So, it seems to come down to:
Toto Drake CST744SG 1.6 GPF
Toto Eco Drake CST744EG-01 1.28GPF (not sure what the "1" is for)
Toto Drake II CST454CEFG 1.28GPF
Is there really any difference between these models or between 1.28 vs 1.6 as far as bowl cleanliness after flushing? I understand the Drake II claims but if I can save $100 by the time I buy three (and maybe a fourth for the attached apartment) I can pay for another toilet.
Is there any noise difference? All three are right outside of the bedrooms, and the less guest are woken up the better.
Any problem going with CEFIONTECT? At least for a bit we will have both CEFIONTECT and non-SG on the property, but I have confidence in my cleaning lady she can refrain from "normal cleaning" methods with SG.
Any other input is appreciated, regarding either the toilet selection or installation, to ensure a reliable, trouble free installation.
Thanks,
Jerry