This includes wipes that are labeled as 'flushable'. Wipes can cause clogs over time and are horrible for septic systems. Because they don't easily break down, they trigger crises in sewer systems across the country, causing millions of dollars in equipment damage.
2. Feminine Hygiene Products
Within every public restroom, you will likely find a sign telling you not dispose of feminine hygiene products in the toilet. This includes both sanitary pads and tampons which make for the most notorious clogs.
While it can be tempting to throw paper towels in the toilet, doing so will give cause you nothing but trouble. Paper towels are made with materials that are much more durable than toilet paper and don't break down fast enough to be flushed safely.
4. Condoms
Just like the other items on this list, condoms can cause a lot of problems in the sewage system. The latex used in condoms are made to withstand fluid and pressure so they won't simply dissolve on their own when tossed down the toilet.
Diapers that come equipped with flushable inserts should never be disposed of in the toilet. Even one can cause a flooded bathroom of epic proportions.
6. Cotton Swabs
Cotton swabs may seem tiny enough to pass through most drains. These cleaning tools do have a tendency of getting lodged very easily, however. When you are done from cleaning your ears, throw the Q-tips in the trash.
While it may seem logical to scoop cat poop into the toilet, where the waste goes, flushing cat feces is bad for the drains and environment. The kitty litter will expand when mixed with water making it hard to move through plumbing. Furthermore, the poop itself is known to spread harmful bacteria in oceans and rivers.
8. Hair
If you tend to shed a lot of hair and you throw it into the toilet, don't! Hair builds up and causes clogs in the shower - the exact same thing is true for the toilet.
Do You Slouch Often? These 3 Simple Exercises Will Help
How can you improve your posture? Here are three exercises you should try.
DON'T Remove Deodorant Stains With Bleach, Here's Why
Avoid a laundry bleach disaster with this short guide.
Muscle Degeneration Starts with these 8 Early Symptoms!
Are you familiar with muscular dystrophy? Spot the early signs of this disease by being aware of these tips.
Learning to Make Risotto Balls is as Simple As ABC!
In this video, chef Nina Parker will show you how simple, easy and delicious it is to make fennel and Pecorino risotto balls.
7 Ways Persistent Coughing Hurts Our Body
Don't let a cough go unnoticed. This is how it can harm your body.
Why You Need to Avoid Palm Oil Right Away!
Palm oil is harmful to the environment. Here's what to do about it.
Make Your Home Smell Amazing with These 2 Ingredients
You can make your home smell absolutely amazing by using just these two ingredients. This video will show you how to make your own air freshener.
10 Tips to Washing Your Car the Right Way
Here are a few tips on how to effectively wash your car without damaging the paint or leaving marks.
5 Common Insect Bites You Should Fear and Beware!
Sometimes bug bites can be relatively harmless, and sometimes they can be much more worrying. But how do you know when? Here are 5 bug bites to watch for.
Experts Warn Against Ordering These Foods at Restaurants
According to the experts, you should avoid ordering the following 8 foods at restaurants. You'll want to heed their advice.
8 Hypoallergenic Indoor Plants for Easy Breathing
We have discovered eight plant varieties that are recommended for growing and will keep allergies at bay!
5 Home Remedies to Banish Mosquitoes From Your Life
Yo won't need to spend another cent on mosquito repellents once you have become acquainted with these natural ones!
Hey! Did You Know Soap Has So Many Extra Uses?
Soap is much more than something useful for cleaning your hands and face. Here are 21 stunning uses for a bar of soap that I never even knew.
Do You Know the True Purpose of These Everyday Items?
Discover the true purpose of these everyday items.
FINALLY I Get to Use My Leftover Butter!
The butter you have left in your fridge finally has some great uses for you.
10 Smart Ways to Treat Your Dry Skin!
Suffer from dry skin? You can find these next natural dry skin treating ingredients right in your home...
A Word from Warren Buffett: Investing for Beginners
Unpack the genius of Buffet's philosophy and get a chance to understand the financial world through his eyes. Tune in, absorb, and let your financial journey flourish.
How to Reduce that Puffiness Your Face Gets in the Morning
Get to know the 6 most effective ways we were able to find to treat a swollen face in the morning.
10 Reasons Why Your Nonstick Cookware Is SO Short-Lasting
Here are 10 common cooking and maintenance mistakes that can ruin nonstick cookware for you to avoid in the future!
Your Ultimate Guide to Growing Herbs in Water All Year
This guide will teach you how to grow your own herbs in water.
20 Unexpected Things You Can Plant in February
You’d be surprised at just how many plants you can get planted in February!
Who Knew Duct Tape Prevents Blisters & Has All These Uses!
Is any one object more multitasking than duct tape? We really doubt that, and here are just 18 genius ways you can start using it right away
Step-by-step Guide for Removing Scratches from Wood
Use this handy guide to restore hardwood floors and wooden furniture to their former glory.
With Age Comes Wisdom! Great Advice From People Over 50
Why get advice from a book when you can get great advice from a person over 50?
Solve Common Issues With Your Clothes Using These 20 Tips
Keep your clothes in perfect condition with these nifty tricks!
15 Microwave Tips Everyone Should Be Told About
Microwaves can be used even more than you'd imagine. Here are 15 more ways in which you can use your microwave that you probably didn’t know about.
Tip: It Is Possible to Peel an Orange in a Few Seconds
Peel oranges in just a few seconds and in the most effective method possible.
6 Great Benefits of Waking Up Early
Do you promise yourself that you'll wake up early the next day, but at the moment of truth you hit the snooze button? Stop this with these 11 tips!
These Useful Vintage Tips from the 1900s Still Work Today!
Not everything changes over time, which is why these vintage solutions to everyday problems are still as useful today as they were in the 1900s!
7 Common Missteps That Couples Over 50 Should Avoid
For couples, the 50s can be the best years of their relationship. Just avoid making these mistakes.
How to Make Your Own Beautiful Cold-Porcelain
This rose, and all these ornaments look incredible - but did you know they are made from cold-porcelain, which you can make yourself? Check out this recipe.
11 Mistakes Any DIY-er Should Avoid
Before you begin your long awaited project, take a look at these common DIY mistakes and make sure you’re not making any of them along the way.
If You’re Taking Apple Cider Vinegar, You Must Know This
There is a right and wrong way to take apple cider vinegar, and doing so incorrectly may not just be ineffective, it could be harmful to your health.
Granny Always Knows the Answer to Life's Problems
Life is full of little problems. So that's why you need to ask your granny for the answers.
How to Choose the Best Kitchen Sponge for Your Home
What things should you consider when choosing the best kitchen sponge for your home? This video explains...
Suits You, Sir! How to Dress Like a Real Gentleman
It might not seem hard, but wearing a suit well is not a skill most men are born with. Here's our guide to dressing like a real dapper gentleman.
12 Fruit and Vegetables That are Dangerous to Consume
Which fruit and vegetables have the most pesticides on them? Find out here!
How Can I Make Christmas More Affordable? - 12 Smart Tips
Save money this Christmas with these useful tips and hacks.
Plagued By Liver Spots? Here Are 9 Ways to Get Rid of Them
Skin spots are a reality for many of us and can often be a nuisance. But, fortunately, they can be lightened with these 9 natural ingredients.
Eating Out? How to Pick the Healthier Meals
If you're looking to stay on a healthy diet, we have compiled some recommendations for you regarding what to look out for in various international cuisines.
This Military Trick Will Have You Asleep in No Time!
Everyone can experience sleeping problems, especially soldiers and thanks to this military technique, you can now fall asleep quickly...
Stop Making These Common Storage Mistakes
Find out how to store a whole range of common things including different kinds of food, clothing and much more...
6 Harmful Types of Mold That Could Be Growing in Your Home
It’s important to identify and prevent these dangerous types of mold in the house.
10 Dog Winter Care Tips that'll Guarantee a Healthy Pet
The following list delves into ten pivotal areas of focus for dog owners, ensuring a comprehensive approach to winter dog care.
If You Have Glasses, Here Are 12 Tips You Should Know...
Broken hinges, misplacement. These occurrences mean we sometimes need assistance in the vision department .These are 12 hacks to get by without spectacles.
Manage Stress in Your 50s with These Meditation Techniques
Manage stress in your 50s with these meditation styles.
These Stunning Photos of Women in the 1940s Take Me Back
Not much is known about talented Russian Photographer Nina Leen. Throughout her career she produced memorable work, some of which you are about to see here.