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blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
I rent.
I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg |
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On 19 Aug 2006 09:07:42 -0700, wrote:
|I rent. | |I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs |yesterday and it's not a pretty site | |ugh | |So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? | |For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he | |(WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) | |http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg | |http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg B&Q sell plumbers plungers, as do Wickes all plumbers merchants etc. Keep it stashed away, you will need it again -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. |
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For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg x-posted to uk.scat ??? |
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Dave Fawthrop writes: B&Q sell plumbers plungers, as do Wickes all plumbers merchants etc. You might want to pick up some goggles too, whilst you're there... -- Andrew Gabriel |
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Dave Fawthrop wrote: On 19 Aug 2006 09:07:42 -0700, wrote: |I rent. | |I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs |yesterday and it's not a pretty site | |ugh | |So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? | |For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he | |(WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) | |http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg | |http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg B&Q sell plumbers plungers, as do Wickes all plumbers merchants etc. Keep it stashed away, you will need it again -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies Just a bog-standard plunger? (no pun intended) Does it have to be a certain size/type? |
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wrote in message ups.com... I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg An estate agents would be the best bet. Get the **** out of there. |
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Dave Fawthrop wrote: On 19 Aug 2006 09:07:42 -0700, wrote: |I rent. | |I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs |yesterday and it's not a pretty site | |ugh | |So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? | |For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he | |(WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) | |http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg | |http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg B&Q sell plumbers plungers, as do Wickes all plumbers merchants etc. Keep it stashed away, you will need it again -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. update - after a couple of hours, the water level has (slowly) dropped down, but the block is still there I have bought a bottle of Mr Muscle 'sink & plughole unblocker' It is super-corrosive, and says 'do not use in toilets'. Should I do that anyway, or is that a really bad idea? I mean.. if it's corrosive... it'll 'burn' through cotton wool/andrex wet wipes (whatever is blocking it easily.... right? |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
Get your hand down there and round the u bend Why do people assume the blockage is just around the bend - it could be yards away. |
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On Sat, 19 Aug 2006 19:58:58 UTC, wrote:
Why do people assume the blockage is just around the bend - it could be yards away. Usually the tightest constriction. That explains constipation... -- The information contained in this post is copyright the poster, and specifically may not be published in, or used by Avenue Supplies, http://avenuesupplies.co.uk |
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On 19 Aug 2006 09:07:42 -0700, wrote:
I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg If you have any net or other curtains held up by a wire with the hooks on the end steal that and use it as an unblocker. if you do it quietly, wash after use and return to the curtain, no one wll ever know. These wires are a most useful tool in the home for unblocking or threading. |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
On Sat, 19 Aug 2006 20:45:55 UTC, Owain
wrote: I know they're horrible and disgusting but I think you'll just have to get your hand round the bend and remove the wet wipes. Why did you put them down the toilet anyway? When I've unblocked drains, I've used two layers of heavy duty rubbish bag (two bags, one inside the other) fixed to my upper arm with elastic bands... As for the poo, it's only what came out of your botty. I think 'fell' might be a more accurate term...! -- The information contained in this post is copyright the poster, and specifically may not be published in, or used by Avenue Supplies, http://avenuesupplies.co.uk |
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On 2006-08-19 21:45:55 +0100, Owain said:
wrote: I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site I know they're horrible and disgusting but I think you'll just have to get your hand round the bend and remove the wet wipes. Why did you put them down the toilet anyway? As for the poo, it's only what came out of your botty. Owain However, watch out for the faecal-oral route or it's back to square one with the Liqui****s (TM). It could have been worse. He might have had a S*n*fl* |
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On 2006-08-19 22:07:29 +0100, EricP said:
On 19 Aug 2006 09:07:42 -0700, wrote: I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg If you have any net or other curtains held up by a wire with the hooks on the end steal that and use it as an unblocker. if you do it quietly, wash after use and return to the curtain, no one wll ever know. Apart from Mrs Jones at No. 43 who will certainly notice any subtle movements of the net curtains. |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
Get your hand down there and round the u bend
Why do people assume the blockage is just around the bend - it could be yards away. Perhaps, but it`ll teach the OP the folly of using indestructable ass- wipes ! :-} |
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On Sat, 19 Aug 2006 19:34:15 GMT, John wrote:
Get your hand down there and round the u bend Why do people assume the blockage is just around the bend - it could be yards away. 'cause in most cases that is where the blockage is... I find that a 3/4 of a bucket of water poured moderately quickly (5s for the the pour) from 2 to 3' above the pan and aimed at the hole rather than the sides will shift most things. Obviously with the pan that full already this might not be wise, so a plunge is required first either with your hand or even a standard bog brush shufted up and down a few times might get things loosened enough for the water level to drop. Why are people so squeamish about their body products? Bung on a pair of Marigolds and get stuck in... -- Cheers Dave. pam is missing e-mail |
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wrote:
I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh You can buy a toilet unblocking device from most DIY sheds. A bit like a spring about 10mm in diameter. Look at Drain Augers here http://www.monument-tools.com/D+Ctab...20Drain%20Rods Costs less than a £10. -- Dave The Medway Handyman www.medwayhandyman.co.uk 01634 717930 07850 597257 |
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from Andy Hall contains these words: if you do it quietly, wash after use and return to the curtain, no one wll ever know. Apart from Mrs Jones at No. 43 who will certainly notice any subtle movements of the net curtains. He did say you should wash the motions off. -- Skipweasel Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain. |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
wrote:
I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg Get your hands on a wooden handle mop with a large head and a mop bucket. Note, do not use the tiny domestic mop heads. When the water level is low, use the mop as a plunger a few times. Flush and try again if the toilet does not empty. Repeat ad infinitum. I have used this method at the local primary school with 100 percent success. Good luck Dave |
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wrote:
Dave Fawthrop wrote: On 19 Aug 2006 09:07:42 -0700, wrote: |I rent. |So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? | |For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he no thankyou! update - after a couple of hours, the water level has (slowly) dropped down, but the block is still there I have bought a bottle of Mr Muscle 'sink & plughole unblocker' It is super-corrosive, and says 'do not use in toilets'. Should I do that anyway, or is that a really bad idea? I mean.. if it's corrosive... it'll 'burn' through cotton wool/andrex wet wipes (whatever is blocking it easily.... right? if it says not for bogs its not for bogs. wouldnt conc H2SO4 from plumbers merchant do it? NT |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
"EricP" wrote in message ... If you have any net or other curtains held up by a wire with the hooks on the end steal that and use it as an unblocker. if you do it quietly, wash after use and return to the curtain, no one wll ever know. These wires are a most useful tool in the home for unblocking or threading. do you not find the wire coathanger a far more suitable peice of kit? I would have thought the curtain wire was a bit wobbley and unstable... I see the drains in the MrP household have been tested a few times then.... Since my big son left home, we no longer suffer from this problem... |
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wrote:
I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg You can make a disposable toilet plunger by cutting the bottom off a plastic 3 litre soft drinks bottle. The ultimate in DIY. |
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On Sat, 19 Aug 2006 22:25:46 +0100 (BST), "Dave Liquorice"
wrote: |On Sat, 19 Aug 2006 19:34:15 GMT, John wrote: | | Get your hand down there and round the u bend | | Why do people assume the blockage is just around the bend - it could be | yards away. | |'cause in most cases that is where the blockage is... | |I find that a 3/4 of a bucket of water poured moderately quickly (5s for |the the pour) from 2 to 3' above the pan and aimed at the hole rather |than the sides will shift most things. | |Obviously with the pan that full already this might not be wise, so a |plunge is required first either with your hand or even a standard bog |brush shufted up and down a few times might get things loosened enough |for the water level to drop. Better a plumbers plunger which will partially seal round the edge and create an overpressure in the bog and IME usually clears a blockage. -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. |
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On Sat, 19 Aug 2006 21:45:55 +0100, Owain
wrote: wrote: | I rent. | I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs | yesterday and it's not a pretty site | |I know they're horrible and disgusting but I think you'll just have to |get your hand round the bend and remove the wet wipes. Why did you put |them down the toilet anyway? | |As for the poo, it's only what came out of your botty. This is a cultural thing, poo/faeces consists mainly of dead bacteria and quite a few live ones. Some of these are dangerous, and on some occasions lethal. So cultures throughout the world consider it to be disgusting, so to be avoided where possible. -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. |
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In message . com,
wrote I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg The preferred method used by the cleaners at work is to use a mop as a plunger with a dustbin bag tied around the head (to keep it clean). -- Alan news2006 {at} amac {dot} f2s {dot} com |
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its not a sink plunger you want ,but a drain rod with a 4 inch plunger
on the end of it,B&Q, WICKS all sell them. good luck |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
wrote:
I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg Of course, whilst the OP was sitting on the toilet, he could have read the packet of the wipes, which clearly (at least on the packet I have, it does) that you should not flush down the toilet, but dispose of in the bin. House behind me (though their drain runs(sic) through my land) flushed a load of wipes down their toilet. There were not pleased when I returned them, along with the bill for my time and damage to my property. Best DIY/Cheap solution appears to be to get your arm in a bin bag, then remove the wipes from the toilet, including around the bend, and use flexible netting wire stuff to poke even further. |
blocked toilet! Andrex wet wipes - the culprit! How to unblock?
wrote: I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg UPDATE - the water level (slowly) went down to NORMAL levels. Man, I'm gonnga have to pay dynorod to come out... |
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from "Phil Anthropist" contains these words: You can make a disposable toilet plunger by cutting the bottom off a plastic 3 litre soft drinks bottle. The ultimate in DIY. Trouble is he's already "done it himself" and it's dealing with the doings that's causing the trouble. -- Skipweasel Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain. |
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On 20 Aug 2006 03:04:14 -0700, wrote:
| wrote: | I rent. | | I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs | yesterday and it's not a pretty site | | ugh | | So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? | | For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he | | (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) | | http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg | | http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg | | |UPDATE - the water level (slowly) went down to NORMAL levels. | |Man, I'm gonnga have to pay dynorod to come out... Not dynorod they charge the earth. -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. |
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wrote: I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg UPDATE - the water level (slowly) went down to NORMAL levels. Man, I'm gonnga have to pay dynorod to come out... OH MY GOD - 60 ****ING QUID IS THE LOWEST QUOTE I COULD FIND - and that's TO COME OUT DURING WORKING HOURS FORGET MEDECINE, DENTISTRY ETC. I'M GOING TO BE A PLUMBER... THEY MUST BE *MINTED* Jeez... |
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On 20 Aug 2006 03:11:38 -0700, wrote:
| wrote: | I rent. | | I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs | yesterday and it's not a pretty site | | ugh | | So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? | | For a totally DISGUSTING picture of the problem, click he | | (WARNING: PICTURE OF DISGUSTING TOILET. DO NOT VIEW!) | | http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00424.jpg | | http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC00425.jpg | | |UPDATE - the water level (slowly) went down to NORMAL levels. | |Man, I'm gonnga have to pay dynorod to come out... | | | | |OH MY GOD - 60 ****ING QUID IS THE LOWEST QUOTE I COULD FIND - and |that's TO COME OUT DURING WORKING HOURS | |FORGET MEDECINE, DENTISTRY ETC. I'M GOING TO BE A PLUMBER... THEY MUST |BE *MINTED* Just because you would not buy a plumbers plunger at about GBP5 and Do It Yourself. -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. |
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Ian Cornish typed
Of course, whilst the OP was sitting on the toilet, he could have read the packet of the wipes, which clearly (at least on the packet I have, it does) that you should not flush down the toilet, but dispose of in the bin. OP specifies Andrex. My packet of Andrex Moistened states they are 'flushable'. -- Helen D. Vecht: Edgware. |
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Ian Cornish wrote:
wrote: I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh So do I pay a huge call out fee & get it unblocked? Best DIY/Cheap solution appears to be to get your arm in a bin bag, then remove the wipes from the toilet, including around the bend, and use flexible netting wire stuff to poke even further. I'd feel a lot safer using a rubble bag meself! NT |
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On 2006-08-20 11:10:45 +0100, Dave Fawthrop
said: On 20 Aug 2006 03:04:14 -0700, wrote: |UPDATE - the water level (slowly) went down to NORMAL levels. | |Man, I'm gonnga have to pay dynorod to come out... Not dynorod they charge the earth. That depends on the degree of one's desperation and embarrassment. :-) |
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wrote in message
ups.com... I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site OK - this is what gets me - the "sanitary" product mfrs all come up with the latest greatest wet this, lotion that, soothing the other papery products for use on yer arse - and all they seem to do is block the sodding bog and drains behind it. It wouldn't suprise me if Andrex wasn't actually a division of Dyno Rod these days ;-) IME this stuff all causes blockages - even on a nice shiny new crapper. This is the reason one sticks to normal loo paper - that and the fact that a gentle shove with yer arm in a binbag normally clears any blockages!! Cheers Dan. |
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Dan delaMare-Lyon wrote:
IME this stuff all causes blockages - even on a nice shiny new crapper. This is the reason one sticks to normal loo paper - that and the fact that a gentle shove with yer arm in a binbag normally clears any blockages!! My mate works for Monument Tools and knows a thing or two about drains. He quotes a figure of 90% of domestic blockages down to paper based products. String tailed white mice being the worst culprit. -- Dave The Medway Handyman www.medwayhandyman.co.uk 01634 717930 07850 597257 |
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On Sun, 20 Aug 2006 10:36:15 GMT, "Dan delaMare-Lyon"
wrote: |IME this stuff all causes blockages - even on a nice shiny new crapper. |This is the reason one sticks to normal loo paper - that and the fact that a |gentle shove with yer arm in a binbag normally clears any blockages!! There is a spec somewhere which ensures that Bog paper is not *too* strong and thus block up the loo. The strongest we can find is Lidl Luxury, which has not blocked our loo, and even flushes away with the low flow button on our new bog cistern. -- Dave Fawthrop dave hyphenologist co uk Google Groups is IME the *worst* method of accessing usenet. GG subscribers would be well advised get a newsreader, say Agent, and a newsserver, say news.individual.net. These will allow them: to see only *new* posts, a killfile, and other goodies. |
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Ian Cornish typed
Of course, whilst the OP was sitting on the toilet, he could have read the packet of the wipes, which clearly (at least on the packet I have, it does) that you should not flush down the toilet, but dispose of in the bin. Had another look at the Andex Moistened packet; not only do they state the product is 'flushable' but there is no longer any caveat about macerator toilets, which I think I saw previously. I'm beginning to think the manufacturers ought to be liable for their product blocking toilets when used as suggested, and for subsequent expense. -- Helen D. Vecht: Edgware. |
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The Medway Handyman wrote: wrote: I rent. I'd be to embarrased to get my landlord to fix it. I had the runs yesterday and it's not a pretty site ugh You can buy a toilet unblocking device from most DIY sheds. A bit like a spring about 10mm in diameter. Look at Drain Augers here http://www.monument-tools.com/D+Ctab...20Drain%20Rods Costs less than a £10. -- Dave The Medway Handyman www.medwayhandyman.co.uk 01634 717930 07850 597257 Can I get one from B&Q or homebase? I've looked on the homebase website and can't find it. If it costs £10 and I really can do it by myself, I will.. better than paying £60! |
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