Bathroom ruling

Can floss picks go down the drain?

NO

Floss picks does not become toilet paper merely because it fits in the bowl.

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Sink or drainNo
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Garbage disposalNo
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ToiletNo
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Septic systemNo

01

Why the pipe objects

The plastic handle cannot break down and the short floss strand can still catch on other material.

02

Do this instead

Place floss picks in the trash; use a reusable handle if you want to reduce waste.

03

Already did it?

Do not flush again to test your luck. If the bowl rises, drains slowly or gurgles, stop using the toilet and call a plumber before it overflows.