To plunge a clogged toilet, first ensure there is enough water in the bowl to cover the rubber part of the plunger, then position the plunger over the drain hole and push down firmly to create suction ...

File this one under “Studies We Wish Had Let Us Remain Ignorant.” Scientists at the University of Arizona decided to investigate whether closing the toilet lid before flushing reduces ...

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Just like the great debate over which way the toilet paper roll goes, there is a similar spat over flushing: lid open or closed? Scientists have weighed in with their own woeful conclusion: Neither is ...

When it comes to bathroom etiquette, leaving the toilet seat up may seem like a minor inconvenience, but did you know it can have serious health implications? While the occasional squabble over seat ...

When it comes to cleaning the bathroom, the toilet is probably everyone's least favorite area to tackle. But cleaning the toilet is one of the most important bathroom cleaning chores because it can ...