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What I found strange was how much water was in the bowl of US toilets. It's nearly impossible not to experience a splash, the level is so high. I've even been i
by kiliantics 7y ago
What I found strange was how much water was in the bowl of US toilets. It's nearly impossible not to experience a splash, the level is so high. I've even been in toilets here where I had to take measures not to have my genitals end up dipping in it.
My favourite experiences have been in Germany and China, where typically most of the bowl is comprised of a dry "receptacle" which is then flushed with water into a smaller pipe opening.
- joegahona 7y agoIf you put a small square of toilet paper into the water first, that can combat the splash. I have no idea of the science behind it, but it works. Can’t help you with your dangling-genitals problem, however.
- wruza 7y agoAll toilets I met also have a front side of bowl too sloped/close to you know what. I have to constantly use one of my hands to prevent a collision, which can be pretty terrifying depending on where you are. This problem must be widespread, since I’m not really that guy. These folks nailed it: https://toilet-guru.com/biblical_new.php https://toilet-guru.com/biblical_new.php
- userbinator 7y agoThe water makes it less likely for waste to stick to the dry surface and accumulate, and also reduces odour. Splashing is more of an unfortunate side-effect of that design choice. I've even been in toilets here where I had to take measures not to have my genitals end up dipping in it. That's a bit too high, however.
- kabes 7y agoBut you have less chance of skid marks with the American type, hence they don't need a brush next to the toilet. If you'd ever find yourself brushing at the house of a date you've been invited to, you'll quickly prefer the American ones.
- wruza 7y agoWe here flush a little, put two cuts of paper so it gets wet, and then all your production slides down leaving no mark. Your date is safe now.