Why can't you flush toilet paper in Mexico?


Why can't you flush toilet paper in Mexico? It has to do with the plumbing of the house or resort. Cheap traditional homes are plumbed with 2” pipes and often have 90 degree angles which will clog easily when TP is flushed. High-end and modern Mexican plumbing is minimum 3” and properly piped to prevent clogs. It has nothing to do with the “city” sewer system.


What does Japan use instead of toilet paper?

The most advanced washlets can mix the water jet with soap for an improved cleaning process. The washlet can replace toilet paper completely, but many users opt to use both wash and paper in combination—although use of paper may be omitted for cleaning of the vulva.


Why is there no soap in Japanese bathrooms?

No one knows the reason why, but seem to guess that it's to save money in the public restrooms (both the cost of soap and of water). And a lot of Japanese homes have (or used to have) the toilets with the faucet on top and (for some reason) you wouldn't want the hand soap to run back into the tank.


Which country uses the most toilet paper?

Key Findings China uses over 4 billion miles of toilet paper each year – more than any other country. The average Portuguese person uses 643.36 miles of toilet paper in their lifetime – more than any other nationality.


Can you flush toilet paper in Mexico resorts?

In Mexico, the general rule is, if there is a lined wastebasket next to the toilet, always put your used tp in there. This does not apply to all hotels and many AIs, as they have their own separate septic systems.