Hello, my name is Professor Toilet. Welcome to my online classroom. I am here to help you learn about the toilet and the science behind how it works. In Flushology, the syllabus is simple. The content here will help you understand:
1. The science (hydraulics) behind a really good flush.
2. The greening of toilet flushing
3. How to fix problems when the laws of physics are over-ruled by a poorly engineered toilet that results in clogging, leaking, ghost flushing and other stress-inducing symptoms.
Browse the site, educate yourself and happy flushing.
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Bathroom Remodeling
Posted: 08.23.2010
A Convenient Bathroom Faucet for Moms, Babies, and Dogs
Blogger Rachel DeMille uses her blog Second Time Around to write about the important “seconds” in her life: her second child, her second home, etc. This is particularly fitting because Rachel’s review of the innovative OutReach bathroom faucet marks the second time that the Professor has been charmed into thinking about faucets by photographs of a very cute dog being bathed with one. Last time it was Baxter the Terrier, and this time it is Rachel’s dachshund named Harley.
The Professor took a few moments to chat with Rachel about how her new faucet has fit into her life as a mother and dog owner:
1. Why did you start your blog, and what is your favorite thing about blogging?
I started my blog because I wanted to review products and host giveaways because I loved finding new products. My favorite thing about blogging is getting to know people I would have never met if it weren’t for blogging.
2. How do you decide what to write about on your site?
I mostly write reviews and I try to find ones that my readers would be interested in. I also write about my life and especially about my toddler, so I try to write about things that other Moms would be interested in.
3. What is your favorite use for the pull-out sprayer that you’ve discovered so far?
My favorite use for the pull-out sprayer is cleaning the sink! I haven’t had to clean out my husband’s hair after he has shaved since we got this faucet. It’s been so nice to have!
4. Did anything surprise you about the OutReach faucet?
I was surprised at how easy it was to install. Also, I’m amazed at how clean it stays. We’ve had other faucets that seem to get dirty and get hard water spots easily, but so far this one has stayed clean for a long time!
5. How does the OutReach faucet help make your life as a mother and pet owner easier?
It’s great for washing small animals, such as our dachshund. It made his baths so much easier. It’s also great for washing my son’s hands. He has a small step stool, but he still can’t really reach the water too well. Instead of having to lift him, I can just pull out the sprayer and bring the faucet closer to him!
6. Anything else you’d like to share?
I absolutely love this faucet and can’t believe how much easier it’s made to do things. It also makes our bathroom look amazing!
This post is the third in a series of the Professor’s interviews with bloggers who have reviewed the OutReach bathroom faucet. The Professor previously interviewed Deborah Sloan of Baba’s Farm Life and Laura DeLuca who blogs at New Age Mama.
Posted: 08.02.2010
A Pull-Out Bathroom Faucet for a ‘New Age Mama’
One thing that the Professor loves to see in a product, whether it’s a toilet or a faucet or a computer, is a convenient, multi-purpose feature that makes life easier for a wide variety of people in a wide variety of ways. And if that product also helps to protect the environment in some way, all the better.
Recently the Professor found a kindred spirit in Laura DeLuca, the writer behind the blog New Age Mama. Laura reviewed the WaterSense-certified OutReach bathroom faucet for her blog and clearly shares the Professor’s appreciation for the faucet’s innovative design. She was also kind enough to take a moment to answer a few questions about her blog and how the OutReach fits into her life as a ‘new age mama.’
1. Why did you start your blog, and what is your favorite thing about blogging?
I started my blog while I was on bed rest during my last pregnancy and needed something to do. I love all the interesting people I’ve met and all the amazing products that I’ve been one of the first to try out.
2. How do you decide what to write about on your site?
I only review products that I know my family will actually be able to use on a regular basis so that I can give it a fair and honest review.
3. Did anything surprise you about the OutReach faucet?
I was surprised at how quickly my husband was able to install it.
4. How does the OutReach faucet help make your life as a mother easier?
I can now give my baby a bath in the bathroom sink and rinse her off with no problems. It’s much easier than having to bend down in the bathtub or having to carry all the bath stuff down to the kitchen.
5. Anything else you’d like to share?
Working with American Standard was a pleasure. Everyone was very kind and courteous and stayed on top of things.
This post is the second in a series of the Professor’s interviews with bloggers who have reviewed the OutReach bathroom faucet. The Professor previously interviewed Deborah Sloan of Baba’s Farm Life.
Posted: 07.28.2010
Bathroom Faucets Down on the Farm
A little known fact about Professor Toilet is a secret passion for all things plumbing, especially smart faucets like the innovative OutReach bathroom faucet that has a convenient 24-inch pull-out hose. How great is this faucet? Just ask blogger Deborah Sloan, who recently reviewed the OutReach for her blog Baba’s Farm Life, which features product reviews, contests, and reflections on her life in a newly-restored, 18th century stone farm house.
The Professor was pleased to have a chance to chat with Deborah about faucets and her farm life in general.
1. Why did you start your blog, and what is your favorite thing about blogging?
I got started blogging when my daughter told me it would give me something to do. Of course this was before we bought our stone house that we are remodeling. I guess she thought I didn’t have anything to occupy my time before then. My favorite thing about blogging and the blogging community is all the fabulous people I meet! Some in person and most just with notes back and forth online, but truly wonderful people.
2. How do you decide what to write about on your site?
My daughter suggested to write what I know about so it began with our country family life, but then when we bought the Stone House and it needed so much work that was added to the mix along with product reviews, and it’s grown so much.
3. What is your favorite use for the pull-out sprayer that you’ve discovered so far?
Oh my goodness, I love the OutReach faucet for quick clean ups! Hubby comes in the door and the faucet is right there to his left so he can wash his dirty hands and rinse the sink out fast before he has time to bring any mess through the rest of the house. It can get pretty dirty living on a farm.
4. Did anything surprise you about the OutReach faucet?
I was really surprised by how easy it was to install. Really the SpeedConnect feature was easy to do even if you aren’t that familiar with plumbing.
5. How does the OutReach faucet help make your life as a farmer, mother and grandmother easier?
The OutReach Faucet truly is a life saver on the farm. Not only for cleaning up, but watering all the houseplants and seedlings we start, keeping the toddlers clean when they come to visit, and shampooing my hair is also a biggie!
6. Anything else you’d like to share?
First I want to say thank you so very much for allowing me to review such a fabulous faucet! It’s made such a difference in our lives and I know everyone is going to love the OutReach Lavatory Faucet! There is just nothing else like it out there. I truly believe every house should have this faucet!
