Why is Greek plumbing so bad?

There’s a very simple explanation: Greek sewage pipes are approximately 2 inches (50mm) in diameter. American and British plumbing is twice as large (4 inches/100mm). The Greek pipes just get clogged. They don’t call them ‘modern conveniences’ for nothing.

Why do Europeans not flush toilet paper?

Do not flush if you’re going to these countries. The worst thing you can possibly do in a public restroom is cause a blockage. No one wants to be that person. And some countries do not have systems that can break down toilet paper easily, so it’s customary not to flush.

Where can you not flush toilet paper?

Empathizing with the Greeks. Believe it or not, Greece is by far not the only European country where you can’t flush your toilet paper. It is in good company with 9 others: Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Turkey, and Ukraine.

Can you flush toilet paper in Greek hotels?

One of the commonest questions first-time visitors to Greece ask is “is it true that you can’t flush paper down the toilet?” Unfortunately, in the vast majority of accommodations, cafes, bars, shops and restaurants, the answer is “yes, it is true!”

Can you flush toilet paper in USA?

WASHINGTON (March 30, 2020) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is encouraging all Americans to only flush toilet paper, not disinfecting wipes or other non-flushable items that should be disposed of in the trash.

Do you flush toilets in Russia?

Russia – I have been informed that you are most likely to be flushing in Russia. However, there are public toilets, and some older facilities that don’t have the power to get rid of the paper where you’ll need to use the bin, but these will be clearly marked. Anyway, flush most of the time unless you’re specifically told otherwise.

What causes toilet paper to get stuck in pipes?

Rough pipes. New pipes are smooth and clean, which means that waste goes through them easily. However, the pipes get coated in grease and waste over time, and the edges may get rougher. All of these factors can cause toilet paper to become stuck more easily.

Do you flush toilet paper when you travel?

Generally, Western Europe, Canada, Australia, and the US all flush toilet paper, but much of the rest of the world doesn’t-and if you try to do so in those areas, you might clog the pipes. You probably don’t want to cause or deal with a plumbing emergency while on vacation.

Does 1-ply toilet paper clog your toilet?

Toilet paper comes in 1, 2, and 3-ply versions. With 1-ply toilet paper, you might expect that people would simply use more of it and end up with the same clogging problems as thicker paper. But I found that 1-ply paper breaks down faster, even if more is used.