ovrphil
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I know, it's missing an agitator but it fits in the corner. Sorry. :-(
Vintage Eljer corner toilet - $300 (Jackson)
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I NEVER thought I'd look for a used toilet, but.........My home is from 1916, with a shi%&y remodel in the early 80's, so when I re-did the upstairs bathroom , I found a 1916 Kohler clawfoot tub, a 1924 Kohler pedestal sink, and a Louis Lipp CO 1904 toilet with the tank mounted on the wall. Yes, a USED toilet.
The downstairs bathroom was added in the 50's and still had a yellow built-in tub, but the matching color sink and toilet were long gone. So, again I searched for a used toilet and sink, and I found a matching set.
No matter when or where I ever move again, I will NEVER again search for a used toilet.
I NEVER thought I'd look for a used toilet, but.........My home is from 1916, with a shi%&y remodel in the early 80's, so when I re-did the upstairs bathroom , I found a 1916 Kohler clawfoot tub, a 1924 Kohler pedestal sink, and a Louis Lipp CO 1904 toilet with the tank mounted on the wall. Yes, a USED toilet.
The downstairs bathroom was added in the 50's and still had a yellow built-in tub, but the matching color sink and toilet were long gone. So, again I searched for a used toilet and sink, and I found a matching set.
No matter when or where I ever move again, I will NEVER again search for a used toilet.
ovrphil
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I thought you were going to tell us that this would fit the bill. I'd like to see the yellow bathroom fixtures if you feel like sharing that? LOL! I thought of This Old House - they seem to have abundant resources out there for vintage/used fixtures, windows, architectural accents, etc.
I hope they recycle everything on This Old House and often wonder watching those shows just how much you got to come up with to make the big reveal. Just like all the reality home shows do, how much does it cost? I have a similar eljer, just not a corner model and it doesnt work worth s**t. I am sending this one to the recycling next summer when I can get a truck close to the house, get a new one and this one is out of here.
I really don't understand the phobia of a used toilet. Do people replace toilets as soon as they buy a house? If not, there's a used toilet. I smile every time I use my 1928 toilet. It replaced a 1990 toilet bowl that had cracked during demo. If you're concerned about a toilet not being clean, then clean it.
delaneymeegan
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It's not like toilets are upholstered items, that can harbor all kinds of dust mites, germs, and the like. Toilets are almost entirely porcelain.
In fact, when I've needed to replace one, usually because its damaged, I would take the toilet outside, put a heavy junk rug over it, take a sledge hammer, and break it into small pieces that would fit into the garbage can. Other than a few pieces of metal (which are recyclable) its all breakable.
I appreciate all the interesting colors they've come in.
If one were really concerned about getting them clean, one could remove the tank from the base, take out the top rack of a dishwasher, and put each piece in, in separate loads. I don't think they would both fit at the same time.
Run it through a couple of times. And before running it through the dw, wipe, scrape, and otherwise, remove any caulking at the base, and the wax ring and remnants. You can really get a sterilized toilet this way.
As much MENTAL negativity goes into the typical persons thoughts about a toilet, they are primarily clean, basically holding water. When they are used, they typically are flushed clean right away.
In fact, when I've needed to replace one, usually because its damaged, I would take the toilet outside, put a heavy junk rug over it, take a sledge hammer, and break it into small pieces that would fit into the garbage can. Other than a few pieces of metal (which are recyclable) its all breakable.
I appreciate all the interesting colors they've come in.
If one were really concerned about getting them clean, one could remove the tank from the base, take out the top rack of a dishwasher, and put each piece in, in separate loads. I don't think they would both fit at the same time.
Run it through a couple of times. And before running it through the dw, wipe, scrape, and otherwise, remove any caulking at the base, and the wax ring and remnants. You can really get a sterilized toilet this way.
As much MENTAL negativity goes into the typical persons thoughts about a toilet, they are primarily clean, basically holding water. When they are used, they typically are flushed clean right away.
I just want it to flush whats in the bowl into the septic and go away without 2 or more flushes. This thing is going away and I want to take a sledge hammer to it. 1.6 water saver, I don't think so if it doesn't work.
delaneymeegan
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I've found, on these new water saver models: <span style="text-decoration: underline;">when it's yellow </span> push and release the handle. <span style="text-decoration: underline;">When it's brown, red, green, aborted, or dead</span> push AND HOLD the handle until all the water drains out of the tank providing more water to move those things along.
delaneymeegan
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What I'm I forgetting ?
.... SOMETIMES, it's Alive too. I hate it when this happens.
.... SOMETIMES, it's Alive too. I hate it when this happens.
ovrphil
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This is amazing - one ad in Craigslist brings out hosts of hostility and humor.
Verrrry....inner-e-stink. (sorry)
Maybe Gallagher should have used Eljer toilets.
Verrrry....inner-e-stink. (sorry)
Maybe Gallagher should have used Eljer toilets.
ovrphil
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Other brands
to consider, since Eljer gets thumbs down would be American Standard and Kohler.
I haven't owned or lived in a house where a corner toilet would work.
Did anyone see this last CBS Sunday Morning? No corner toilets...but interesting piece about Japan's toilet technology and manufacturing.
to consider, since Eljer gets thumbs down would be American Standard and Kohler.
I haven't owned or lived in a house where a corner toilet would work.
Did anyone see this last CBS Sunday Morning? No corner toilets...but interesting piece about Japan's toilet technology and manufacturing.
GREAT POINT...TRAVIS
I really don't know anyone who arbitrarily changed out the toilets in
the purchase of a "used" home. Really as a renter, do you demand that
the Landlord change the toilet between tenants? As far as I know, a
good traditional scrubbing, with Rubber Gloves, is enough to get a toilet,
and bath clean. Even before you get to clean it, upon moving in, one has
probably already used the toilet....(therefore one's "territory has been marked". pardon my crudeness).
I wanted a house with a 50's bathroom, or earlier period, no later than '63.
I got the house I did, because the bath was all original early '50s Sears Homart, Gray & Pink, except for a
later pink Kohler toilet that had been installed.
The bath was clean and neat. I have no problem with used fixtures. The original toilet in my parents house
from the 30's, is still perfect, while the '70s toilet, in a bath that was newly constructed then, already has
hairline cracks up the base. Fixtures pre'70's appear to have much better longevity.
I guess it all comes down to .... do, or go with, what makes you feel most comfortable. I am def happy with my original bath.
I really don't know anyone who arbitrarily changed out the toilets in
the purchase of a "used" home. Really as a renter, do you demand that
the Landlord change the toilet between tenants? As far as I know, a
good traditional scrubbing, with Rubber Gloves, is enough to get a toilet,
and bath clean. Even before you get to clean it, upon moving in, one has
probably already used the toilet....(therefore one's "territory has been marked". pardon my crudeness).
I wanted a house with a 50's bathroom, or earlier period, no later than '63.
I got the house I did, because the bath was all original early '50s Sears Homart, Gray & Pink, except for a
later pink Kohler toilet that had been installed.
The bath was clean and neat. I have no problem with used fixtures. The original toilet in my parents house
from the 30's, is still perfect, while the '70s toilet, in a bath that was newly constructed then, already has
hairline cracks up the base. Fixtures pre'70's appear to have much better longevity.
I guess it all comes down to .... do, or go with, what makes you feel most comfortable. I am def happy with my original bath.
New Toilet
I can only speak for my experience, others may encounter the same situation. But, in Metro Atlanta - my last stomping grounds - it was a requirement (at least in DeKalb County) that no one could sell a home with a non-water-conserving toilet installed. It was up to the seller to change out any old toilet before closing. I thought that was a shame because I saw many homes with their original, colored toilets, from back in the 1950's and 1960's that I knew would get tossed out before the house changed hands. I always figured that if I should encounter that situation I would get word to the seller to switch out the toilet(s) but to just set the original one(s) aside so I could re-install after closing.
lawrence
I can only speak for my experience, others may encounter the same situation. But, in Metro Atlanta - my last stomping grounds - it was a requirement (at least in DeKalb County) that no one could sell a home with a non-water-conserving toilet installed. It was up to the seller to change out any old toilet before closing. I thought that was a shame because I saw many homes with their original, colored toilets, from back in the 1950's and 1960's that I knew would get tossed out before the house changed hands. I always figured that if I should encounter that situation I would get word to the seller to switch out the toilet(s) but to just set the original one(s) aside so I could re-install after closing.
lawrence
Rants about Germs, aside...,
I think a "corner John" is a neat idea... I have a small-enough bathroom that if I could do that with my toilet, I might be able to put in a shower-stall next to it...
Then put in some sub-flooring so they both could drain easily, and still keep my sink where it is--just that the floor next to it w/ the other bath fixtures might be raised...
-- Dave
I think a "corner John" is a neat idea... I have a small-enough bathroom that if I could do that with my toilet, I might be able to put in a shower-stall next to it...
Then put in some sub-flooring so they both could drain easily, and still keep my sink where it is--just that the floor next to it w/ the other bath fixtures might be raised...
-- Dave
delaneymeegan
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These days, one really doesn't need a special toilet to install it in a corner. The older toilet tanks were often wider and more difficult to do that. Todays tanks are narrower. It's really just a matter of laying out the main drain line.
My ex had a bathroom that had a corner toilet in it. The bathroom was originally a closet, underneath the stairs. The conversion was completed before he moved in.
I'd much rather have a vintage toilet. I currently have two that I'm trying to sell. I rescued them from a 1950s house that was about to be destroyed. Both American Standard. If anyone is interested in these, let me know.
I'd much rather have a vintage toilet. I currently have two that I'm trying to sell. I rescued them from a 1950s house that was about to be destroyed. Both American Standard. If anyone is interested in these, let me know.
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Did someone say "used toilet? Well, hell yes!!
I added a downstairs bath to our 1886 home, and wanted a 50's look. Spent 25K on the addition, but looked for three years to find the used sink and toilet in ming green. Found the sink at the Restore here in Fort Wayne for $15.00, and the toilet in Lansing Michigan for $100.00
Did someone say "used toilet? Well, hell yes!!
I added a downstairs bath to our 1886 home, and wanted a 50's look. Spent 25K on the addition, but looked for three years to find the used sink and toilet in ming green. Found the sink at the Restore here in Fort Wayne for $15.00, and the toilet in Lansing Michigan for $100.00
ovrphil
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Rickr -
Did you suspend the green sink over a cabinet with a tiled black top? I've never seen that arrangement before, if so. Very different. Congrats on getting what you wanted and the 50's look you wanted. Nice job.
Did you suspend the green sink over a cabinet with a tiled black top? I've never seen that arrangement before, if so. Very different. Congrats on getting what you wanted and the 50's look you wanted. Nice job.
