Why St Paul Pipeworks Prefers Gerber Toilets Over the Rest

Technical Performance and Reliability

The most important factor that St Paul Pipeworks plumbers consider when selecting a toilet is its flushing performance. While homeowners may prioritize the shape and design of the toilet to match their bathroom aesthetics, plumbers start by evaluating the technical aspects. They also assess the reliability of the toilet, ensuring that parts are easily replaceable, readily available, and not prohibitively expensive.

Government Regulations and Toilet Redesign

Over the past thirty years, government regulations have mandated the use of toilets that consume less water per flush, prompting manufacturers to redesign their products. Initially, standard toilets had a serpentine trap-way that required a significant amount of water to flush waste effectively.

Transition from 5-Gallon to 3.5-Gallon Flush

Approximately twenty-five years ago, regulations required toilets to transition from 5-gallon flushes to 3.5-gallon flushes. Manufacturers had to innovate to maintain effective flushing with less water. This transition period saw many products fail, and it took almost a year beyond the government deadline for manufacturers to develop functional solutions.

Transition from 3.5-Gallon to 1.6-Gallon Flush

Around fifteen years ago, the requirement further reduced to 1.6-gallon flushes. Each manufacturer approached this challenge differently, and St Paul Pipeworks plumbers took it upon themselves to identify toilets that reliably flushed with the reduced water usage.

MaP Testing and Gerber Toilets

An organization called MaP (Maximum Performance) conducts testing on toilet flushing efficiency and publishes their findings. St Paul Pipeworks plumbers referred to MaP testing results and found that Gerber toilets consistently ranked high.

In-House Testing and Adoption

The company purchased several Gerber toilets and installed them in their own homes for a two-month trial period. The plumbers unanimously agreed that Gerber toilets performed exceptionally well, particularly in terms of flushing efficiency. Today, almost all St Paul Pipeworks employees have Gerber toilets in their homes.

Unique Features of Gerber Toilets

Gerber toilets feature a large, two-inch fully glazed trap-way, which is uncommon. The glazing inside the trap-way prevents waste from getting caught, ensuring a smooth flush. Some manufacturers avoid glazing internal parts due to the complexity and cost, but Gerber’s commitment to this detail enhances their toilets’ performance.

Manufacturing Process

Gerber toilets are created by molding the porcelain in halves while in a green, uncured state. The halves are then joined and the seam is smoothed out. Applying glazing to the intricate trap-way is challenging but crucial for a dependable flush.

Conclusion

Gerber toilets stand out due to their reliable flushing performance, reasonable price point, and pleasing design. For more information on MaP Testing’s recommendations on the best toilets, visit the MaP Testing website. Click this link for more information on MaP Testing’s recommendations on Best Toilets: https://www.map-testing.com/