Toilet handles at a pool facility are routinely jammed open by users flushing with their feet, leading to undetected water waste and high costs.

Current lever handles are easily jammed by foot flushing; push-button flush valves exist but are not compatible with existing tank-mount toilets without full replacement.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 28, 2026

Workarounds Described

considering swapping entire tank for a push-button model

App Concept

FootGuard Flush Kit

A retrofit push-button flush mechanism for standard two-piece toilets that prevents handles from being jammed open by foot use. The kit replaces the lever handle with a recessed push-button that can still be operated by foot but eliminates the jamming risk. Easy to install on existing Toto Entrada models without replacing the tank.

Key Features

Replaces side lever handle with recessed push-button
Compatible with Toto ST243E tank and similar models
Includes tamper-resistant hardware to prevent handle jams
Simple DIY installation in under 30 minutes

Target Users: Maintenance staff at public pools, schools, and high-traffic facilities with lever-handle toilets

Revenue Model: $29.99 per kit retail, with bulk discounts for 5+ units ($24.99 each)

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