Thomas William Twyford (1849 – 1921) was a Pottery manufacturer in England.
He invented the single piece, ceramic flush toilet. He also made infamous Thomas Crapper's toilet.
At the time of his death he was recognised as a leading pioneer in the application of principles of hygiene to sanitary appliances.
See also
Thomas William Twyford
died in 1840 and did the first toilet in 1765
External links
- Stoke-on-Trent Potters web site
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Twyford, Thomas
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British businessman
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1849
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1921
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