ALWAYS ON THE LOOKOUT for something we’ve never seen before, I was ecstatic to find this “Tappan Ultraflo push-button plumbing” innovation. It was featured in a copy of Popular Mechanics (Sept. 1963) that I picked up at Ron’s place last week. According to the story, mysterious unseen solenoids mix the temp magically so you never have to bother with those, what are they called again…oh yeah, faucet handles. This could be installed in the bathroom, too. Click through to see the groovy wiring diagram and full text.
And let’s hear your guesses… Why do you think this innovation failed?
Note: Get with your own properly licensed expert to assess safety etc.
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Jen says
We have two Ultraflo push-button faucets, one in the kitchen and one in a bathroom, both of which we would like to keep. We’re having issues with one and would love to find new or used parts, but have been unsuccessful so far. Any help would be appreciated!
Pam Kueber says
Hi Jen, I don’t know the answer to this. You could try a place like deabath.com and see what they say…
Pam Kueber says
Oh and also see this in comments:
Jeff said: We purchased the rights and molds form the older company and have restarted UltraFlo. http://www.ultrafloinc.com
email me and I might be able to help with parts
Jeff
JERRY MILLER says
I think the website is: http://www.goultraflo.com
In Cincinnati
Jen says
Thank you – I will try both!