A running toilet can seem like a mild inconvenience at first, but continuous or intermittent water running can lead to bigger problems. In addition to higher water bills, a constantly running toilet ...

The basics of how a toilet works haven't changed much in the last 80+ years. After a flush, water fills the toilet tank, lifting a float that shuts off the water when it reaches a certain level. A ...

The average household sees five toilet flushes per day. With older toilets using about six gallons per flush, a person could easily get through 11,000 gallons of water per year this way. Water is, of ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links.

Is there anything more annoying than the sound of a toilet running long after it's been flushed? It's an auditory nuisance that can waste hundreds of gallons and make your water bills skyrocket. Some ...