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<\/p>\nNon-biodegradable urinals, toilet seats, and toilet bowls are just some of the things that end up in landfills everywhere around the world every year. In fact, just in the United States alone, over 7 million toilets end up in landfills on an annual basis.<\/p>\n
Are you in the process of renovating your bathroom? If so, you\u2019re probably wondering what to do with an old toilet you’re stuck with. In this article, I\u2019ll be taking a closer look at several eco-friendly ways of disposing of your old porcelain throne. Read on!<\/p>\n
It goes without saying, but in a situation such as this one, safety should definitely be your No.1 priority. Keep in mind that we\u2019re talking about sanitary fixtures that are quite heavy. For that matter, your best bet is to call for assistance when transporting your old John from your house to the place you want to leave it at.<\/p>\n
The most important thing you should do before the transportation itself is to remove all water from the toilet\u2019s tank. Do this by using a sponge and a bucket, a handheld siphon\/pump, or a turkey buster.<\/p>\n
The most important thing you shouldn\u2019t do before the transportation is to break your old toilet into small pieces. This is because pieces of porcelain can be razor-sharp and therefore very dangerous.<\/p>\n
Depending on your city and state regulations, here\u2019s are a few methods of disposing of an old toilet in a safe and responsible manner:<\/p>\n
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Photo by Earthworm via Flickr<\/a> (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)<\/p>\n Creative reuse (\u201cupcycling\u201d) is the method you should consider before all other methods – why would you want to get rid of your old sanitary fixture if it can be used in some other way? If there\u2019s even a tiny bit of creativity in you, consider repurposing your old porcelain throne into a:<\/p>\n One of the easiest ways to repurpose an old toilet into something new is to simply turn it into a chair. Once you\u2019ve thoroughly cleaned the entire toilet, simply glue the lid to the seat and paint the whole thing in any color you like. You can also make your new, alternative seat movable by adding some wheels to it.<\/p>\n To turn your old toilet into a pet bowl, all that you have to do is to remove the tank and sanitize the bowl. Block all open areas inside the bowl and pour drinking water into it for your cats and dogs. Always keep it full so that your larger pets don\u2019t fall inside while trying to reach the water.<\/p>\n The tank of the toilet can be repurposed as a fish tank. Sounds a bit crazy, doesn\u2019t it? However, this is something that definitely can be pulled off as long as you have the necessary plumbing know-how. Also, don\u2019t forget that an old toilet bowl can be used as a storage space for pet food and supplies.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re into painting, you can easily use the toilet lid or seat as a blank canvas for your art project. What is more, an old toilet seat can be repurposed into a large photo frame – use it to hang any photos or paintings that you like around your house.<\/p>\n Instead of just throwing it away, why wouldn\u2019t you turn your old John into a decorative planter? Simply fill the bowl with potting soil, plant some flowers, and then place the entire thing somewhere in your garden. Believe it or not, an old toilet makes a fantastic and very functional flower pot. Don\u2019t forget that you can easily decorate the whole thing with small pieces of tiles and glass.<\/p>\n Is there a recycling center in your area? If there is, check if they\u2019re accepting porcelain, and if they do, drop off your old toilet there. The best way of finding reputable recycling centers is by asking for recommendations from your water authority.<\/p>\n Keep in mind that dropping off an old toilet at some recycling centers requires paying a small fee. If you\u2019re renovating your bathroom\/house and looking to save as much money as possible, simply give a call to each recycling center in your region and compare their quotes.<\/p>\n Freecycle<\/a> and similar recycling groups provide locations and descriptions of objects that are given for free by local community members. Write a short description of the old toilet you\u2019re listing and share your contact info.<\/p>\n Once you get in touch with another member of the community, all that you\u2019ll have to do is to arrange a convenient place and time for both of you so that he or she can pick up your old porcelain throne.<\/p>\n These kinds of online groups sometimes partner with waste disposal companies. This means that you can try calling the nearest waste disposal company and ask them who to contact with your listing.<\/p>\n Sometimes, local authorities organize recycling programs where they create materials that are used for building roads and sidewalks by crushing old toilets and mixing them with concrete.<\/p>\n To see if there\u2019s any such program in your area, simply check with your city. One of the best places for getting useful info on recycling programs is usually the local solid waste company, so if you have one nearby, give them a call.<\/p>\n Keep in mind that you may be asked to remove all non-porcelain parts from your toilet<\/a> to get it ready for recycling. These usually include the seat, the lid, and the bolts.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve never heard about Habitat for Humanity before, it\u2019s an organization consisting of retail centers that resell used items, including household items like sanitary fixtures. The money that this group earns from selling such objects is typically donated to all kinds of local building projects.<\/p>\n Check if there\u2019s a Habitat for Humanity ReStore in your area. If there is, give them a call and ask if they accept old toilets.<\/p>\n Another option would be to simply disassemble the whole thing. Dismantle your old John for parts that you\u2019ll be able to use for all kinds of projects later.<\/p>\n No matter what type of toilet<\/a> you have, parts such as hoses, elbows, washers, flanges, valves, nuts, and bolts can come in very handy if your new toilet ever breaks down. What is more, components such as flappers and handles can be easily retrofitted into other sanitary fixtures. If you ever need to flush a toilet with a broken handle<\/a>, the old one will be of great use.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re looking to replace your old toilet with a new one even though there\u2019s nothing wrong with the old model, consider giving the old toilet away or selling it through your local newspapers.<\/p>\n You can also use Craigslist and similar online platforms. I\u2019m pretty sure you\u2019ll be surprised when you realize just how many people are shopping for functioning, well-preserved, second-hand toilets.<\/p>\n If you don\u2019t manage to find a buyer, consider giving your toilet away. There\u2019s bound to be someone who will gladly accept a functional toilet regardless of its style, shape, or color.<\/p>\n I highly advise against dumping your old porcelain throne in places that are not designated for such objects. Not only is doing something like that bad for the environment, but it can also attract various legal consequences.<\/p>\n A much better idea would be to go with one of the recycling options I\u2019ve listed above. You can also donate your old toilet to someone who really needs it or give it a brand new role by repurposing it into something completely different.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you are getting a new toilet, but you’re not sure what to do with the old one, here are 7 easy and straightforward 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Seat<\/h4>\n
Pet Bowl<\/h4>\n
Fish Tank<\/h4>\n
Wall Sculptures and Hangings<\/h4>\n
Yard Decoration<\/h4>\n
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<\/p>\nDrop It Off at Your Local Recycling Center<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nList it With Online Recycling Groups<\/h3>\n
Check Toilet Recycling Programs<\/h3>\n
Give to a Habitat for Humanity ReStore<\/h3>\n
Dismantle It Into Parts<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nSell It or Give It Away<\/h3>\n
The Conclusion<\/h2>\n