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RE: How to judge a toilet’s real-world clearing performance
Check what load and scoring criteria a performance test uses. A result describes performance under those test conditions; it may not reflect a household’s usual toilet-paper use. Compare the test setup with the intended ...
RE: How to judge a toilet’s real-world clearing performance
Flush-system design is worth comparing alongside the bowl and trapway. A siphonic toilet relies on establishing a siphon through the trapway; a washdown toilet moves waste through more directly. That difference helps exp...
RE: What do you keep on hand for sudden sewer backups?
Wire hangers have saved me more times than I’d like to admit. I keep baking soda and vinegar around too - sometimes it helps, sometimes it’s just a science experiment. Wet/dry vac is clutch, but I try to avoid harsh chem...
RE: When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
I’d push back a bit - longer flex lines can sag or rub on stuff under the cabinet, which isn’t great either. I usually stick with shorter lines and reroute the shutoff if possible. Less waste, less chance of leaks long t...
RE: Battle Of The Blocked Sink: Which Magic Potion Actually Works?
Yeah, enzymes are great for maintenance, but once you’ve got a real clog, it’s usually too late for the “green” stuff. I’ve tried baking soda and vinegar too - works for smells, not for actual blockages. Honestly, a plun...