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By Emily

June 27th, 2023

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Now the urinal toilet is a porcelain wonder that has graced the walls of men’s restrooms since time immemorial (or at least the 19th century), ranging from sports stadiums to dive bars. The urinal has been a staple in male-dominated spaces, providing relief and camaraderie one splash at a time. 

Here’s a quick question: have you ever stopped to consider the history and benefits of this humble receptacle? Even if you haven’t, now is the time because we’re about to embark on an inquisitive and informative journey through the world of urinal toilets.

A Brief History of Urinals

The concept of a urinal dates back to ancient Rome, where public restrooms featured long rows of continuously flowing water that whisked away waste. Very innovative for its time, but it wasn’t until the 1851 Great Exhibition in London that the modern urinal made its grand debut. 

The event featured an innovative new type of public restroom called “The Crystal Palace Plunger Closets,” which included both urinals and flush toilets. Here’s another fun fact: these facilities were so popular that they received over 827,000 visitors during the six months of the exhibition!

Fast forward to the 20th century, urinal toilets began popping up in public restrooms around the world. The design continued to evolve (thank goodness for that), with some models featuring built-in flush systems and others utilizing waterless technology to save precious H2O.

The Perks of Peeing in a Urinal Toilet

Now that we’ve covered the historical aspect let’s dive into the many benefits and features of urinal toilets that make them such a ubiquitous presence in men’s bathrooms.

  1. Water Conservation

One of the primary advantages of urinal toilets is their water-saving capabilities, as the more traditional flush toilets can use anywhere from 1.6 to 3.5 gallons of water per flush. In contrast, a urinal typically uses just 1 gallon or less. In fact, some waterless urinals don’t use any water and instead, simply rely on a clever combination of gravity and specially designed traps to usher urine away without flushing.

  1. Speed and Efficiency

As men, we pride ourselves on our ability to get in and out of the bathroom with lightning speed, and truly it’s those urinals that make this possible by providing a quick and efficient method for bladder relief. No need to fumble with toilet seat covers or worry about unzipping your entire pants as you can just sidle up to the nearest urinal, do your business and move on with your day. It’s a beautiful thing that nearly brings a tear to my eye.

  1. Hygiene and Cleanliness

Urinals are generally more hygienic than traditional toilets, as they eliminate the need for users to touch surfaces like toilet seats and flush handles. This reduces the spread of germs and helps maintain cleaner restroom facilities overall.

In Conclusion: The Verdict on Urinal Toilets

You’re now an armchair expert on urinal toilets’ history, benefits, and features. While some may argue that these porcelain thrones are nothing more and nothing less than a convenient place to relieve oneself, I’d personally like to think that they represent something greater: a testament to human ingenuity and a constant reminder that sometimes, the simplest solutions are the best ones that have the ability change lives.

So the next time you find yourself standing in front of a urinal toilet, take a moment to appreciate its humble origins from what it was and marvel at the technological advancements that have made it such an indispensable part of our lives.

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