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We’ve all been there. You use what you thought was a reasonable amount of toilet paper, you flush, and then... it happens. The water doesn't go down. It starts to rise. You stare at it, praying to the plumbing gods that it stops before it hits the rim.
: Wait 30–60 minutes. Sometimes the paper softens enough to flush itself out on the next try. 2. The Dish Soap & Hot Water "Lubricant" toilet paper clog
Warning : Boiling water can crack your porcelain toilet bowl. : Let it sit for 20 minutes before attempting to flush. 3. The "Science Fair" Method (Baking Soda & Vinegar)
: Carefully pour a bucket of hot (not boiling) water into the bowl. The water doesn't go down
Here are a few options for a "good post" about a toilet paper clog, depending on where you are posting (social media, a DIY forum, or a blog) and who your audience is.
This style is informative and preventative. : Wait 30–60 minutes
This style works best for engagement because it invites people to share their own horror stories.
: Add a generous amount of liquid dish soap (like Dawn) into the bowl.
If you're facing a backup, several DIY methods can often clear the blockage without a plumber: