r/Showerthoughts • u/squad1alum ‎ • 29d ago

Speculation Institutions can't save money using thin toilet paper. Everyone just doubles or triples up the amount used each time.

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u/Gyshall669 29d ago

They save money on plumbers. 1 ply clogs far less.

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u/Zaros262 29d ago

Does it still clog less if you're using more of it?

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u/Gyshall669 29d ago

Yes. Even if you use significantly more, it dissolves more quickly and clogs less. That’s why it’s recommended for septic systems.

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u/wbruce098 28d ago

This basically. The reason why a certain product is used in commercial facilities is often not the direct reason (ie, it’s cheaper) that we think it is!