🚫 Not recommended in humid climates or poorly ventilated bathrooms.
🚫 When You Should Always Flush
✅ Someone is sick
Prevents spread of germs through aerosolized droplets
✅ Medications or chemotherapy
Some drugs pass into urine — best flushed to avoid exposure
✅ Cloudy, dark, or foul-smelling urine
Could indicate infection — flush to maintain hygiene
✅ Public or shared restrooms
Always flush — part of basic courtesy and sanitation
🩺 For most public health experts, flushing remains the standard for cleanliness.
🌱 Eco-Friendly Alternatives That Work Better
Instead of asking everyone to “let it mellow,” consider these smarter, more acceptable options:
1. Install a Dual-Flush Toilet
One button for liquid waste (~0.8–1.1 gallons)
One for solid waste (~1.6 gallons)
Lets you save water without skipping flushes entirely
💧 Pays for itself in water savings within 3–7 years.
2. Use a Toilet Tank Bank
A sealed bag filled with water or sand placed in the tank
Displaces water, reducing flush volume by up to 0.5 gallons per flush
✅ Cheap, easy DIY fix — available at most hardware stores.
3. Upgrade to a High-Efficiency Toilet (HET)
Uses ≤1.28 gallons per flush
Powerful siphon action prevents clogs
Often eligible for local rebates or incentives
🛠️ Ideal when replacing an older model.
