Let's Have a Very Controversial Conversation About: Toilet Paper!

[seantspence]

That's the main reason I'm still showing up here a decade after I began.

Well, next time I’ll bring the popcorn.

 

[Krumbeard]

In America, it was common to use newspaper as toilet paper even into the 1930s

Before that, it was common to use

Leaves, grass, moss, and hay: Found in nature, these were the most common materials
Mullein: Also known as "cowboy toilet paper", the large velvety leaves of this plant
Corn cobs: Soft and easy to handle/ corn husks
Seashells: A common material
Animal fur: Used by wealthier people
Fabrics: Used by wealthier people
Sponge on a stick: Used in Ancient Rome, this was often shared between multiple people
Tersorium: A sea sponge attached to a stick
Pessoi (pebbles): Or Ostraca, which were broken pieces of ceramic pottery
Tow rag: A long piece of frayed rope that hung in the water
Chügi: A flat stick used in Japan, similar to a tongue depressor used by nurses

I don't know why, but this is something I wondered about.
Maybe I got to thinking about it during the toilet paper craze during covid.

How many hours of research did you spend to find this information?

Quite a comical thread! Haha

 

[tourist]

Altogether it is probably best to meet us halfway here. We put it up to pee, girls put it down to pee. That seems simple enough.

When it comes to maintaining a healthy marital relationship it is the simple things that can confound you.

 

[tourist]

I’m on a budget and switched from Charmin to Costco brand. My butt is not happy.

I use Charmin extra tough, the XL rolls. That's the brand that my wife used before we got married. When I was single my brand of choice was Scott - only because the rolls were large. The XL rolls are just as large.

 

[tourist]

I feel like I’m going be able to have more fun conversations observing and learning from these back and forths.

The Singles forum offers a good glimpse and insight on how the members act in real life situations. A fascinating study and a great place for genuine fellowship. Refreshments are often served too, particularly coffee and donuts.

 

[Lynx]

When it comes to maintaining a healthy marital relationship it is the simple things that can confound you.

I have done more abstruse things for Grandma, everyday.

A lot of ladies are not as feeble as my grandmother was though, and are quite capable of raising and lowering the seat by themselves.

 

[cinder]

As far as toilet seat being put down it's a simple matter of math and probability. Only 4 combinations are possible when going to the toilet

Woman pees - sit
Woman poos - sit
Man pees - stand (or sit if you're in seoulsearch's family)
Man poos - sit

since 3 out of 4 options require sitting the seat should be put down.


Also while I appreciate toilet paper for normal everyday wiping, you can beat a bidet or butt sprayer for the big messes (just saying).

 

[Godsgirl1983]

Well, yes. Toilet paper is a very serious thing, and that's no laughing matter!
So, before this thread full of controversy gets too out of control, perhaps we should look at an older thread that shows us the lighter side, and humorous yet seriousness of the importance of toilet paper.
(shout out to @blue_ladybug for once giving us a place to relieve ourselves from the stress of toilet paper troubles)

https://christianchat.com/miscellaneous/the-tp-stress-relief-thread.191032/

 

[Godsgirl1983]

The type of tp you choose is a very serious decision

 

[Lynx]

Also while I appreciate toilet paper for normal everyday wiping, you can beat a bidet or butt sprayer for the big messes (just saying).

Our old house does not have a bidet, and no space to install a bidet. But we do have a shower...

For a mess that would take more than a third of a roll to clean up, you can just take your clothes off and jump in the shower. It's not as convenient as a bidet, but it's available.

 

[tourist]

As far as toilet seat being put down it's a simple matter of math and probability. Only 4 combinations are possible when going to the toilet

Woman pees - sit
Woman poos - sit
Man pees - stand (or sit if you're in seoulsearch's family)
Man poos - sit

since 3 out of 4 options require sitting the seat should be put down.


Also while I appreciate toilet paper for normal everyday wiping, you can beat a bidet or butt sprayer for the big messes (just saying).

Your toilet equation is sound.

 

[Billyd]

In America, it was common to use newspaper as toilet paper even into the 1930s

Before that, it was common to use

Leaves, grass, moss, and hay: Found in nature, these were the most common materials
Mullein: Also known as "cowboy toilet paper", the large velvety leaves of this plant
Corn cobs: Soft and easy to handle/ corn husks
Seashells: A common material
Animal fur: Used by wealthier people
Fabrics: Used by wealthier people
Sponge on a stick: Used in Ancient Rome, this was often shared between multiple people
Tersorium: A sea sponge attached to a stick
Pessoi (pebbles): Or Ostraca, which were broken pieces of ceramic pottery
Tow rag: A long piece of frayed rope that hung in the water
Chügi: A flat stick used in Japan, similar to a tongue depressor used by nurses

You missed the old south staple. The Sears Roebuck catalog. It was a staple of the southern outhouse until the early 50s.

 

[Magenta]

In America, it was common to use newspaper as toilet paper even into the 1930s

Before that, it was common to use

Leaves, grass, moss, and hay: Found in nature, these were the most common materials
Mullein: Also known as "cowboy toilet paper", the large velvety leaves of this plant
Corn cobs: Soft and easy to handle/ corn husks
Seashells: A common material
Animal fur: Used by wealthier people
Fabrics: Used by wealthier people
Sponge on a stick: Used in Ancient Rome, this was often shared between multiple people
Tersorium: A sea sponge attached to a stick
Pessoi (pebbles): Or Ostraca, which were broken pieces of ceramic pottery
Tow rag: A long piece of frayed rope that hung in the water
Chügi: A flat stick used in Japan, similar to a tongue depressor used by nurses

Sea shells? My goodness. I bought TP today. It says on the package: Irresistibly Soft.

I'll bet sea shells cannot compete with that...

 

[Adstar]

Lol!

No, I didn't "fail to include one of the most important questions" -- because in all honesty, I didn't realize this was an issue.

I certainly can't speak for other people, but I'm just there to take care of business and go -- I've never even thought about how the TP is administered.

So this is a thing? How did you learn about it? As in, how did you know people apparently crunch the paper instead of folding, which you consider to be the proper way? How does one learn about other people's toilet paper application -- by watching them go to the bathroom?! All I've ever done is change some family and friend's kids' diapers, so I don't know (nor do I want to know!) what other people choose to do "in the heat of the moment."

Are there any brave souls who want to state whether they are "folder" or "crunchers"?

And is it important enough to be a dealbreaker?

Well my older sister was the person who brought this important issue to my notice some years ago.. And i was happy to report to her my civilized TP folding practice.. Of course one has to ask others in general conversation if they are a folder or a cruncher.. Also i have never asked a person who is not a friend or a relation this question.. You would not ask a stranger such a question would you..

 

[seoulsearch]

You have failed to include one of the most important question..Are you are TP folder or a TP cruncher..Of course advanced civilized people of high culture will chose the folding option.. Only deviant types crunch there TP

Lol! No, I didn't "fail to include one of the most important questions" -- because in all honesty, I didn't realize this was an issue.I certainly can't speak for other people, but I'm just there to take care of business and go -- I've never even thought about how the TP is administered.

So this is a thing? How did you learn about it? As in, how did you know people apparently crunch the paper instead of folding, which you consider to be the proper way? How does one learn about other people's toilet paper application -- by watching them go to the bathroom?! All I've ever done is change some family and friend's kids' diapers, so I don't know (nor do I want to know!) what other people choose to do "in the heat of the moment."

Are there any brave souls who want to state whether they are "folder" or "crunchers"?

And is it important enough to be a dealbreaker?

Of course one has to ask others in general conversation if they are a folder or a cruncher.. Also i have never asked a person who is not a friend or a relation this question.. You would not ask a stranger such a question would you..

Lol... @Adstar, I'm truly sorry if I'm a little slow here, but I'm not understanding your logic.

1. You first tell me I failed to ask the most important question -- whether someone folds or crunches the TP.

2. I then reply that I'd never thought of that question because I've never asked anyone about it (so how could I think to ask it here?)

3. Now reply by telling me that you yourself, "Have never asked a person who is not a friend or relation this question. You would not ask a stranger such a question, would you..."

Then why on earth would you tell me I failed to ask the most important question if you yourself are declaring that it's not a question you ask strangers?

I'm truly trying you understand your logic reasoning here because it sounds something like you're telling me, "Hey you, you failed to ask the crucial question here," only to then say, "You would ask a stranger that question, would you?"

I feel like I'm talking to two sides of the same coin here, but with different faces. On one hand, you're saying, "How could you miss such an important question?" but then say, "Surely you would NEVER ask STRANGERS that question, would you? Are you crazy?"

And yet, your first post seemed to assume that I should have known to post a question don't ask strangers -- in front of an entire audience of internet strangers.

I'm honestly baffled and wondering exactly how this works.

 

[Kireina]

Hmmm tissue lol We use this and soap

 

[Magenta]

Of course one has to ask others in general conversation if they are a folder or a cruncher.

People need to realize there is middle ground here with wadding. Wadding is neither folding nor crunching,
as it is more a hybrid of the two achieved with precision wrapping and rolling around the hand before being
re-positioned for maximum efficacy in the carrying out of the assignment for which it has been commissioned.

 

[Adstar]

Lol... @Adstar, I'm truly sorry if I'm a little slow here, but I'm not understanding your logic.

1. You first tell me I failed to ask the most important question -- whether someone folds or crunches the TP.

2. I then reply that I'd never thought of that question because I've never asked anyone about it (so how could I think to ask it here?)

3. Now reply by telling me that you yourself, "Have never asked a person who is not a friend or relation this question. You would not ask a stranger such a question, would you..."

Then why on earth would you tell me I failed to ask the most important question if you yourself are declaring that it's not a question you ask strangers?

I'm sorry but i think we have different seances of comedy.. My reply to this thread was intended to make others laugh.. I do have a peculiar Monty Python type humor so maybe that's where the interaction with you has broken down.. Actually a lot of the people who post on Christian/ religious forums are a bit peculiar so i think a lot of people here will get the joke and have a good laugh at my post..

I'm truly trying you understand your logic reasoning here because it sounds something like you're telling me, "Hey you, you failed to ask the crucial question here," only to then say, "You would ask a stranger that question, would you?"

Where not strangers here are we??? Sisters and Brothers in Christ you know..

I feel like I'm talking to two sides of the same coin here, but with different faces. On one hand, you're saying, "How could you miss such an important question?" but then say, "Surely you would NEVER ask STRANGERS that question, would you? Are you crazy?"

Yep i am a bit peculiar i know..

And yet, your first post seemed to assume that I should have known to post a question don't ask strangers -- in front of an entire audience of internet strangers.

That's called hyperbole.. Builds up the tension to make the comedic impact greater.. Well that's the intention anyway..

I'm honestly baffled and wondering exactly how this works.

Mysterious are the ways of Adstar,, grasshopper.. Now you get only get that grasshopper inclusion if you watch the TV series called Kung Foo..

 

[Adstar]

People need to realize there is middle ground here with wadding. Wadding is neither folding nor crunching,
as it is more a hybrid of the two achieved with precision wrapping and rolling around the hand before being
re-positioned for maximum efficacy in the carrying out of the assignment for which it has been commissioned.

Now this sounds like a ""middle class"" option.. Not as sophisticated as High class folding ,, But better then the low class crunchers..

 

[Magenta]

Now this sounds like a ""middle class"" option.. Not as sophisticated as High class folding ,, But better then the low class crunchers..

Folding fails because when pressure is applied, the layers move like tectonic plates against each other, which prevents precision.

Wadding likewise is inferior because there is neither rhyme nor reason to how the paper mass is assembled, being willy nilly.