• November 28, 2024

Today we continue to introduce the remaining five rare toilets. SS Relief-Casitas Municipal Water Department spent $50,000 to install the SS Relief in 1991 so that sailors can drop anchor and use the facilities at any time. While swimming is not allowed in the reservoir, visitors can kayak to two aviation-style toilets. Madeleine Toilette, France - Visitors to the Place de la Madeleine in the 8th arrondissement of Paris often head straight to the famous Church of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine. However, hidden behind a nondescript wrought iron fenced area lies another less appreciated architectural marvel. The Madeleine Toilets is a designated historic monument dating back to 1905. At the time, it was considered indecent to have a toilet next to a church, so the authorities hid it underground. However, walking into this Art Nouveau toilet, one can't help but wonder why anyone would want to hide it. Warm mahogany, pristine stained glass and tile mosaics all add to the Belle Époque ambience. Minquiers, Jersey - On a rocky outcrop nine miles south of Jersey lies a group of smaller islands - known as the Minquiers Islands. On the largest of these islands, there is a small shed that has the distinction of being the most southerly toilet in Britain. To go to the toilet here is to make history. Canistrum Toilets, Australia - These toilets were inspired by traditional Aboriginal basket weaving and were chosen from nearly 200 entries. Not only are the toilets visually impressive, they are also designed to withstand seasonal flooding from the nearby Mary River. Mick Jagger's Urinal in America - In the unisex restroom of this oldest bar in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, a gold plaque proudly reads: "Mick Jagger of the Rolling Stones used this urinal during his concert at Petco Park on November 11, 2005."The urinals are surrounded by a Cali-style red lip graphic and usually have a second sign asking patrons to respect the singer's urination area.

• November 20, 2024

The theme of World Toilet Day 2024 is "Toilets – A Place of Peace", which aims to address the growing risks to sanitation posed by conflict, climate change, disasters and neglect. Damaged or destroyed sanitation systems allow waste to spread, leading to life-threatening illnesses. This year’s theme highlights the critical role safe toilets play in maintaining health and protecting communities, especially during crises.

• November 14, 2024

The vast majority of toilets around the world are utilitarian at best—unadorned spaces meant to be entered and exited as quickly as possible. However, a few rare toilets have transcended nature's call. Here are five of them. First up is a toilet from the nature of Japan. This women's restroom at Itabe Station in Chiba Prefecture calls itself the "world's largest toilet cubicle." The official name of this toilet is "Toilet in Nature". It was designed by the famous Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto in 2012 and quickly made this unmanned small train station famous across the country. Sulphur Springs Glass Bathrooms, USA -- Built in 2012 to compete for the title of "Best Toilet in America," these toilets are the first in the country to be made entirely of two-way glass. They are located on the edge of Celebration Plaza in downtown Sulphur Springs. The ceiling of each toilet is also made of two-way mirrored glass, which allows sunlight to illuminate it during the day. At night, an array of LEDs around the base of the structure ensures it remains reflective and private. Matakana Toilet, New Zealand - designed by Matakana lad Steffan de Haan, the bold transformation of an ordinary public facility into a work of art pays tribute to the importance of shipbuilding to the region. The toilets took seven years and $400,000 to build. Each one is shaped like a human face, echoing the curve of the ship. Kjærlighetskarusellen (Carousel of Love), Norway – Decades before homosexuality was legalized in Norway, this particular toilet was a gathering place for gay men. In 2022, artist Per Barclay initiated a restoration of the unusual historic sign, incorporating colored lights into the design. Hundertwasser Toilet, New Zealand - The last project of world-renowned artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser was a set of public toilets in the small town of Kawakawa, New Zealand. The restrooms are covered in the artist’s signature collages of colorful tiles and undulating lines, and the facilities opened in 1999. Recycled bottles and tiles are embedded into the facility's concrete to create psychedelic designs. The remaining five will be introduced in the next article.

• November 08, 2024

The bidet is a fixture that has undergone some major changes over the centuries. The earliest bidets usually consisted of a wooden base and a porcelain basin. A bidet is sometimes constructed like a chair, complete with a back for comfortable sitting. Sometimes it is hidden in a piece of furniture that looks a lot like a footstool. It’s worth noting that early bidets were meant to be placed in bedrooms rather than bathrooms. As with all furniture, the wealthier the owner, the more ornate the bidet. Napoleon of France is said to have left a silver-plated bidet in his will. The French made bidets as beautiful and ornate as everything else in the home. The basins could be artistically decorated and the bases could be beautifully carved. Many theories suggest that the French were the inventors of the bidet. However, some historians believe that honor belongs to the Italians. Today, bidets are more common in Italy than in France, although both countries still use the devices.

• November 01, 2024

The toilet seat is one of the most used items in the home - but many people forget to "upgrade" it when the time comes. On average, people use the toilet six to seven times a day, but some people may use it more often, especially the elderly and pregnant women. The vast majority of users said they would only replace their toilet seat if it was broken. “You should replace your toilet seat every five years or so, depending on usage,” says Summer Little, owner of Prescott Design, an interior design firm in Atlanta. “No one wants to see a dirty toilet seat, so if there are still cracks or stains after you’ve cleaned it, it’s time to retire it.” Welcome to contact us if you want to replace your toilet seat in the near future.

• October 23, 2024

A report by Japan's National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE) showed that nearly 80% of incidents involving electronic bidets over the past decade, including fires, involved products that were more than 10 years old, prompting the agency to recommend that users conduct regular safety checks. Of the 69 reports of damage and injuries received by NITE, which assesses product safety and quality standards, 54, or 78%, involved products manufactured 10 years or more before the incident. While electronic bidets are often used for extended periods of time, NITE stresses that they have a limited lifespan. The agency also advises consumers to immediately turn off the water, unplug the appliance and consult the retailer or manufacturer if they notice leaks, a burning smell, abnormal overheating or cracks in the control panel. If you would like to know more, welcome to contact us.