How Does a Pressure-Assisted Toilet Work?

One of the new innovations in bathroom remodeling is the pressure-assisted toilet. This type of toilet does not look any different from a regular toilet, but is much more efficient and clean. 

What is Different?

You are not going to notice anything different about the pressure-assisted toilet versus a regular toilet until you lift the seat cover. Instead of a bowl full of water, there is a small plastic seal. This is much like what you would find in an RV toilet. 

How it Works

The pressure-assisted toilet works with a combination of high pressure air and water. As the water in the storage tank fills up, the toilet is also charging up air in the compression tank. Once the water is full it is released with the power of the air behind it. Because of the high force of air, it cleans the bowl and pipes more efficiently.

Cleaner Flushes

In a gravity fed system, the pressure-assisted toilet is able to force more of the waste down the pipe for cleaner flushes. This means that the waste does not sit in the pipes and is much cleaner than regular toilet flushing. 

Pump-Assisted

Some of the more expensive pressure-assisted toilets make use of a small electric pump that will force the waste much quicker and will less water.