What You Should Never Flush Down the Toilet

Your toilet is designed to handle exactly two things: human waste and toilet paper. Everything else is a gamble — and some of the most common 'flushable' products are the worst offenders.

The 'Flushable' Wipe Myth

Despite the label, so-called flushable wipes do not break down like toilet paper. They snag on roots and rough spots, bind with grease, and build into the dense clogs that cause backups. Plumbers and wastewater utilities agree on this one: don't flush them.

Keep These Out of the Toilet

• Wipes of any kind, including 'flushable' ones
• Paper towels, tissues, and cotton products
• Dental floss and hair
• Feminine hygiene products
• Grease, fats, and oils (down any drain)
• 'Flushable' cat litter and medications

The Simple Rule

If it isn't pee, poop, or toilet paper, throw it in the trash. That one habit prevents the majority of the avoidable clogs we're called out for.