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Avoid These Toilet Paper Types To Prevent Plumbing Problems
By BROOKE YOUNGER
Though most toilet papers dissolve once they hit the water, it's better to avoid the 3-ply and 4-ply ones, as their extra thick layers can clog pipes, grinders, and septic pumps.
The 3-ply and 4-ply toilet papers are comfortable but too thick to dissolve in sewage pipes properly. Even if it's 2-ply, plush, quilted ones can be too dense for septic systems.
When wet, the ultra-plush toilet paper tends to clump rather than dissolve. The clumps can stick to themselves and the pipe walls, restricting water flow and creating a blockage.
For the same reason, avoid flushing down wet wipes and paper towels, too. Additionally, avoid scented, dyed, or chlorine-treated toilet paper, as they all contain harsh chemicals.