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A Unique Use for Jumbo Toilet Paper

Most jumbo toilet paper rolls are used in commercial bathrooms or high traffic restrooms. But Dr. James Tanton had another use for these jumbo rolls of paper.

Dr. Tanton professes to prefer the small individually wrapped toilet tissue rolls for household use. But he was using the jumbo toilet paper rolls with his students at St. Mark’s School in Southborough, Massachusetts to try to beat a paper folding record set by Britney Gallivan in 2002. For the past 7 years, Dr. James Tanton had tried to beat Britney’s record of folding a sheet of paper in half 12 times.

Finding ToiletPaperWorld.com

Dr. James Tanton found ToiletPaperWorld.com by googling toilet paper supplies. Of all the online toilet paper suppliers he thought that the ToiletPaperWorld.com site name was dynamic. “Who can resist Toilet Paper World?”

Dr. Tanton described the site as easily navigable, and found the jumbo rolls of toilet paper easily. The biggest roll of toilet paper on ToiletPaperWorld.com is 4,000 feet long, although he would welcome a longer roll if it was manufactured.

Beating the Record

By taping together rolls of toilet paper, Dr. Tanton and the students finally achieved a 13,000 ft long sheet of toilet paper. On April 3, 2011 in the Infinite Corridor at MIT, they managed to fold the toilet paper that was more than 2 miles long. They created 13 unidirectional folds, beating Britney’s record. The only problem was that the folded paper would not stay folded by itself.

Why the Infinite Corridor?

The Infinite Corridor was the longest indoor space that the toilet paper would not be affected by outside forces. Wind especially was a major obstacle for working with such a light and floaty material. Even the indoor air conditioning had enough force to cause the toilet paper to move.

For the Record

Dr. Tanton says that next year they hope to have the actual freestanding entity, using 24,000 ft of paper, creating a stable 13 folds.

Though the Guinness Book of World Records doesn’t have a paper folding category yet, they just may after this! Next year, ToiletPaperWorld.com will donate the toilet paper supplies for the challenge. Good luck to Dr. James Tanton and the students at St. Mark’s!

Read about it in the Boston Globe

The US government will no longer offer toilet paper in its public restrooms

It has been brought to the attention of ToiletPaperWorld that the United States government has formed a mandate stating that toilet paper will no longer be offered in public restrooms in government buildings throughout the country. Such an extreme measure has been taken in an effort to save money and avoid raising taxes or making budget cuts.

Congress suggests the public carry toilet tissue with them at all times in order to prevent uncomfortable situations or be otherwise inconvenienced. It is hoped that this effort will increase sales of toilet paper by the public and decrease government spending.

While much of the public is outraged by this message, Senator T.P. Caesar from Indiana states this measure is necessary. “We’ve cut the budget in so many areas, the only place left to implement money saving efforts is the bathroom. Many countries around the world do not supply toilet paper to restroom users, and we are simply following suit.”

As previously stated, consumers are not pleased. Iwanna Wipe of Arizona laments, “Having to carry a roll of toilet paper around in my purse is ridiculous. The government has gone too far this time. Pretty soon they’ll be charging us to use the bathroom!”

“Not a bad idea,” says Senator Caesar when we run the idea by him.

Sounds like a serious bathroom problem, or maybe a great April Fools’ Day joke

How do you feel about your money going right down the toilet?

If you live in or are planning a visit to Omaha, Nebraska in the future, be prepared for your toilet tissue to come with something a little extra. We’re not talking extra softness or extra large sheets, but extra money out of your pocket in the form of taxes.

Currently, there is no tax on toilet tissue; however, Omaha mayor Jim Suttle proposed a 10 cent tax on rolls of toilet paper in Washington last week hoping to raise funds for the city’s $1.7 billion sewer project. Suttle got the idea from an Oregon politician who proposed the tax in 2009, but the motion failed in the House.

How fitting, a tax on toilet paper to pay for a sewage project.

All joking aside, toilet paper could be an excellent item to tax simply because it doesn’t discriminate like a cigarette tax does; everyone uses toilet paper. However, Suttle states that a tax on toilet paper is just an idea, and he is open to others as to how to pay for the sewer project.

What do you think about taxing personal care items such as toilet tissue?

Apparently, coffee filters can do a lot more than make a refreshing pot of coffee.  I recently happened to catch a small segment on different uses for coffee filters, and out of curiosity found several more that are worth sharing.  Here are some great, practical uses you might never have thought of for coffee filters:

 - Potted Plants: Place them in the bottom of small planter pots.  The dirt will not fall through the small hole at the bottom and make a mess, but the water can still drain through.

 - Funnel Liquids: Use them as a funnel to pour oil into your car, or liquid from one container to another.

 - Dusters: Great for dusting off screens or glass; they won’t leave lint behind like paper towel.

 - Covering Microwave Leftovers: Cover up leftovers in the microwave with coffee filters to prevent them from making a mess.

 - Soaking Up Greasy Foods:  These work wonderfully for soaking the grease off of bacon, French fries, or anything greasy that you might cook up.

 - Protect Items From Scratches: Can be used to store or stack dishes so they don’t chip on each other, or used to wrap Christmas ornaments for storage.

 - Snacking: Use as a disposable snack bowl to avoid dirty dishes.

 - Prevent Rusting: Place in your cast iron skillet to soak up any moisture that may accumulate and avoid rusting over time.

 - Make Tea Bags: Make tea bags for loose tea by pouring tea into it and tying it up with some string.

 -Deodorizer: Fill a coffee filter with baking soda and tie the top with string or a twist tie.  Place it into a closet, locker, your car, etc. as a deodorizer.

 There you have it, 10 great uses for coffee filters!  Have any more suggestions for using them?  Please share them in the comments section.  Buy coffee filters in bulk cheap and you’ll save money by replacing paper towels and other household items!

A sparkling clean, well-functioning bathroom starts with 5 essential products!

Wondering what ToiletPaperWorld’s five must-have items for a complete, well-functioning bathroom are? Shopping on a budget and looking for the most essential items? Look no further as we outline the five products you need most in your bathroom.

1)      Bathroom Cleaners – Whether you prefer items from trusted brands from Clorox, Arm & Hammer, or Scrubbing Bubbles, you need a good bathroom cleaner to help keep your bathroom clean. All purpose bathroom cleaners are the ideal choice if you are looking for a tile cleaner, grout cleaner, shower cleaner, and toilet cleaner in one. Try an eco-friendly cleaner if you are looking to be environmentally conscious. A good bathroom cleaner is essential for keeping your home lavatory spotless and its most sanitary.

2)      Paper Hand Towels – Paper hand towels are ideal for use when looking for a disposable, more sanitary alternative to traditional cloth hand towels. Paper hand towels are ideal for hand drying purposes or for use as cleaning cloths.

3)      Bathing Soap – A bathroom wouldn’t be a bathing room without a good bar soap! Try Camay soap, Dial soap, or Dove soap in your shower or bathtub to keep your skin soft and moisturized without compromising cleanliness.

4)      Bath Mat – Afraid of slipping in your bathtub or shower? Invest in a good bath mat! Complete with suction cups on the bottom to ensure it will stay in place, water will drain away easily.

5)      Toilet Brush – Imagine what cleaning a toilet would be like without a toilet brush? You probably don’t want to.  A good toilet bowl brush combined with the use of a toilet bowl cleaner or all purpose bathroom cleaner will help make sure your toilet and fixtures will remain clean and sparkling.

The use of these five products is guaranteed to keep your bathroom in its best working order! We have bathroom cleaning products as well as other bathroom essentials at ToiletPaperWorld!

While browsing through Dial Hand Soap trying to decide which product to buy it became obvious that there is more to it than simply choosing a scent you like.  There are antibacterial, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, foaming soaps, and ‘kitchen use’ soaps – to name a few.  But what do all of these mean, why might someone want foaming soap over standard liquid soap?  What is the difference between antibacterial and antimicrobial?  Continue reading to discover the soapy scoop!

Foaming Hand Soap – Dial Foaming Soap quickly gives your hands a rich lather compared to regular liquid hand soap.  The secret to foaming hand soap is that most dispensers have two chambers: one with air and one with the soap.  The soap foams up as it is dispensed because the air and soap are released through the same small spout – instantly making the soap foamy.  Some people prefer the foam soap because liquid soap is easy to accidentally rinse down the drain before getting a good lather.

 Antimicrobial Soap – Soap that is advertised as antimicrobial will kill micro-organisms that are typically found on the skin.  However, strictly speaking anti-microbial soap might eliminate some common bacteria, but does not have as broad of a range against bacteria as an antibacterial soap.

 Antibacterial Soap – Antibacterial soap on the other hand, is both antimicrobial and antibacterial.  Antibacterial soap is generally more powerful than a soap that is advertised only as antimicrobial.  A Dial antibacterial soap may help prevent germs from spreading, including the flu virus.

 Hypoallergenic – Hypoallergenic hand soaps are gentler on skin and lack harsher ingredients that other soaps may contain.  In general, hypoallergenic soaps avoid fragrances and coloring which can irritate sensitive skin, and use natural oils that soothe skin.  Dial Soap for Sensitive Skin has a formula that combines the power of an antibacterial soap with the gentleness of a hypoallergenic soap.

 Kitchen Use – You might occasionally see the word “Kitchen” in a soap product’s description or name.  Soaps advertised for use in kitchens  like Dial Complete Kitchen Antibacterial Foaming Soap generally have stronger antibacterial qualities that are aimed at killing E-coli and salmonella, more commonly found in kitchens, in addition to common bacteria.

 Dial hand soap carries a wide variety of hand soaps for any handwashing needs you may have.  Being informed about the different types of handsoaps hopefully will allow you to make more fitted decisions when making a purchase.

Making Crafts with "Plarn" : Yarn Made out of Glad Trash Bags

It’s common knowledge that Glad Trash Bags are one of the premier garbage bags on the market. Available in a variety of sizes, densities, grades, and gauges, ToiletPaperWorld.com has the ideal trash bag to meet all your needs, ranging from kitchen use to bagging leaves or shrubs. You already know that Glad Trash Bags are the go-to product for cleaning up a variety of messes, but what are some of the uses for the ever versatile Glad Garbage Bag that you’ve never thought of? Read on.

Emergency Poncho – You’re at a football game, having a picnic with a loved one, or on a hike when unexpectedly you’re caught in a sudden rain shower. Pack an extra rolled up Glad trash can liner into your purse, picnic basket, or fanny pack (it won’t take up much room) and have an emergency poncho ready to keep you dry during even the heaviest of downpours.

Crafts- Making crafts out of plastic garbage bags has become so popular, there is even a term for “yarn” made out of plastic trash bags: plarn! Glad trash bags are the perfect material for making plarn; simply cut the bags into thin strips and the plarn is ready for use to crochet and knit with to create hats, purses, and even clothing! Plarn made from Glad garbage bags is guaranteed to be strong and sturdy, just like the trash bags themselves.

Windshield Cover – Glad liners for trash cans also make great windshield covers for snowy or frosty days or nights. Simply cut open a Glad garbage bag, tuck it into either door on your car, and hold it down with your windshield wipers and you will have a protective covering for your car’s windshield. Stop wasting your time clearing snow off your windshield or waiting for it to defrost with great covers made from Glad trash bags!

Waterproof stuffing for outdoor furniture – How many times have you had an outdoor pillow or seat cushion ruined by the rain because it has been soaked completely through? Eliminate this problem by replacing stuffing with Glad garbage bags which will repel moisture and help preserve your outdoor furniture!

Tent Floor – Use Glad trash bags as a flooring material for outdoor tents on camping trips. Keep out moisture, dirt, and insects and ensure a happy, clean camping trip by sealing out the elements and providing an extra layer of insulation.

Glad liners for trash bins are the perfect product for their traditional use, however, with a little imagination, they can be perfect for lots of other uses as well!

In honor of Thomas Crapper, ToiletPaperWorld.com put our top brands of toilet paper on sale!

Check out our sale on Charmin, Angel Soft, Scott Rapid Dissolve, Atlas Recycled toilet paper, Windsoft, Boardwalk and Scott Jumbo Rolls.

Stock up on your favorite brand of toilet paper and save with our special prices. Buying toilet paper in bulk online saves time, resources and money.

Don’t forget, free shipping on orders over $75!

Thomas Crapper has been credited with many plumbing patents. Read more about Thomas Crapper on our previous blog post about the inventor of the toilet.

A Charmin toilet paper advertisement

Some people may find toilet paper a challenging topic to discuss. Toilet paper manufacturers have found different ways to frame their message about the quality of their toilet paper. Using brand names and spokespersons, like Mr. Whipple, is one way to attract consumers to buying toilet paper.

The Charmin toilet paper ad pictured here uses a metaphor for using the bathroom with a contractual agreement. A clever play on words may attract consumers who do not like the direct approach of talking about toilet paper.

Some people have found toilet paper commercials offensive, especially those discussing the problems of a toilet paper that sticks to users’ bottoms. It is an interesting challenge to discuss toilet paper on national television, without being accused of having a potty mouth.

Jim Edwards discusses toilet paper commercials, in his commentary with links to youtube uploaded commercials. Check it out at BNET.