Toilet paper alternative - How to make, set up and wash
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
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For those that cannot find TP in theor local stores or maybe are trying to make what they have last, give this a try! Better than using corn cobs (Ask your great grandpa about that one Haha!)
I am not a proffesional when it comes to reusable toilet paper but I am doing the best I can with my knowledge and hopefully this video will help and inspire others. Thank you for watching!
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I think we all are going to be living back in time in many ways. You really have a good setup. Thank you so much for sharing!
Wow, that was cool. It’s not only a solution for that panemic situation, but for a sustainable lifestyle also, you brought me miles forward. Thank you. Stay safe!
Would definitely recommend a bidet! I got one beginning of this year and have used essentially no toilet paper. You can order one online for about $30 that installs directly on the toilet
Bidet. Yes. Before I bought on I used recycled dish liquid bottle full of water. Works awesome.
I have always wondered how well this works, I mean, does your backside get totally clean? Also, how do you dry off?
@@supermom3340 yes totally clean, cleaner than tp, would you wipe poop off your arm with paper alone? Also it dries on its own with a few minutes or you can dab it dry with a towel
Thank you :-)
@@jhudson_tiedye Regarding the poop on the arm scenario, I'm not sure anyone would just squirt a little water on that either without using a paper towel at least. To just sit there drip drying for 5 minutes seems a bit...hmmm
Also how are men supposed to stop the poop water from running down their scrotum?
I have to imagine now there is at least a few husbands out there with a rather unpleasant case of "brown balls" 💩
The toilet paper scare is over so we ha e toilet paper now. I still keep this set up and use it just for me. It’s cut down on our toilet paper use and is easy to wash
I’ve also purchased a wonder washer alternative so I can put these family cloths into this portable washer so that they don’t build up in the bathroom I wash them often and I use vinegar to soak as well as disinfectant
I started using cloth tp about 10 years ago. It has made such a difference in the amount of tp we use. I just cut up old white T shirts....I don't make sure each piece is the same size & shape. I don't care, considering what the purpose of it is ! I just stuff them in a cloth clothespin bag. I hang the bag on a hook near the toilet. I have a flip top can w/a pedal.....the can has a bucket liner. So I just pull the bucket out & dump it in the washing machine. I have never had any trouble w/odor.
This system has worked perfectly for me. I actually prefer the soft cloth to tp. We use regular tp for #2 , tho.
I use baby wipes for number two and cheap washcloths for number one with a travel bidet to rinse first. It's SOOOO much better than toilet paper.
@@PulpParadiseyep. I use a bottle made to be used as a bidet, sometimes. And a wet washcloth is great to use after #2. I feel cleaner .
Thank you, I would have never thought to do this. I will definitely use in a pinch. Be safe!
Thank you - I've seen other videos recommending a family cloth - some use diaper cloth, others also separate cloths and receptacles for #1 & #2 - some even color code them... lol
It works, saves money, and helps the environment.
Just work together, cheerfully cooperate, then figure out what to do with the money saved. In honor of it all, plant a tree somewhere - your home, park, school... - dedicated in live in your name.♡
Je ne trouve pas ceci très propre après l’idée est bonne pour certains
Thanks for this. I decided to try this out for just me to see if it works. Others in family will be hard to convince. I have my own bathroom so this will work if I decide to do it. Just to be kind to myself, I'll start with just #1. Then we'll see how we progress!!!! Thanks again for the info.
I think your system works better than TP. Most people use WAY too much TP.
Thank you! I have been watching some videos for alternative to TP.. I like your set way better.. thank you for sharing!
Family of 6, very handy, lol thank you so much💙 much loves stay safe
Thank you for sharing! This was very smart.
Fantastic video and breakdown.
Thank you for this video. ..
Seems to me that somebody is really lucky to have you for a mom/ wife.
This video was thought provoking...It took me down memory lane to when I used cloth diapers and all that that entailed! I didn't know that there were actual toilet paper shortages.
We were able to come across some. I made this video in the heat of people’s toilet paper rampage
Something I haven't thought of. I will try it for #1. I have a bidet for everything else. Def more eco-friendly.
You really did a good job explaining everything, thank you so much!
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Get a Biffy. That way it's not to messy when you go number 2. You just wipe your self dry. This was a good idea. Never thought of something like this before. But if you really need some toilet paper I will send you some. We got ours from the hotel they cleaned the rooms and replaced everything including toilet paper they gave it to my husband. We have a lot we have been giving it to our friends and family. We didn't get the toilet paper when the people that were inconsiderate about other people not having any got all of it. These people are very sad people, only thinking of there self's and not other people. I would be glad to send you some Toilet paper, Paper towels and tissue. have a Blessed day and stay safe. Teresa
Your video inspired me! I am also in WA State and Costco is still struggling to keep TP in stock for us, so I decided to go all-out Euro, got a spray bidet similar to yours, and am sewing family cloth today! I think it is funny to admit it, but I find this liberating. One less product I am buying every month! My daughter and I are also transitioning to cloth, reusable feminine products as well. I was wishing you still had your store on etsy, I would have bought from you in a heartbeat. Maybe next time! Thanks for sharing your video!
Welcome! Have you thought about making them yourself 👏???
@@billettescrafts I have, I am just not confident enough with my sewing skills to try. I may in the future after I have more knowledge using them.
I have used flannel squares for the past three years. I have a little step-lid container for the used ones. There has never been any smell or problem with bacteria. Sometimes I use a couple drops of essential oil during the summer months. I have one roll of TP for guest use. It's three years old now.
Relevant again......THANK YOU!!!!
I really appreciate the suggestion of using the long plastic thing from the hair store.
Most people poop once a day, and they also shower once a day. The trick is to just time the two together so once you've gone to the toilet, you just get up and hop straight in the shower. Wala! No need for TP or family cloth! 😊
*voila. The Word is French.
@@broodieivie207 Ok, How about *Ta duh? :p
Emmmm most people, I go 3 times a day.
I got one with an attachment for the sink faucet, so the water can be warm in winter there is a problem with the pressurer, it can hurt.
I bought 50 thin washcloths for 25 bucks. I use them for urine only. I have a squirt bottle on the floor, squirt and wipe. Since I rinsed, I throw the cloth in the hamper. I buy toilet paper for #2. Now I only use one roll of toilet paper a week.
my family and I have used family cloth for 5 years now. It's super easy if you use a bidet and there isn't any poop to wash off the wipes. Clean with bidet, pat dry with cloth, drop into a wetbag and done. Washing is just a hot heavy wash then dry. We use Seventh Generation Ultra Power Plus (cloth diaper and cloth pad safe). It's super easy!
ETA: If you don't have a serger, you can let the edge of the zigzag stitch drop off the edge of the cloth or use an overcast foot and it will stop the cloth from fraying.
Thank you!
The best way to clean yourself after going to the toilet is using water and soap with a reusable cloth as a wipe. Common sense. We use water and soap for everything in our daily lives. (1) washing our laundry. (2) washing our bodies.(3) cleaning our homes.(4) water and soap is used to clean and disinfect many things in our lives and keep ourselves healthy and others. As long as people have clean water a clean rag they will have a way to clean themselves after going to the toilet. It is also much healthier than toilet paper. But it is also time consuming when going to the bathroom . It is also quite messy at times to maintain the cleanliness of the rags that you use to wipe your bottom. People in America are not used to such things. They prefer quick and easy. Like using microwaves and toilet paper and hand paper and disposable diapers and disposable menstrual pads instead of cloth pads and cloth diapers anything that is quick and easy is good for most American people and that included myself. It is something that we are all brought up with. Change is a good thing for everyone. Look what happened recently . And the lack of toilet paper people went crazy. And all they needed was water and soap and a clean rag. I hope people are preparing for the bigger disaster that is heading our way sooner or later. God bless America
We also had a lack of TP in rural Australia. My husband took convincing too. I told him our babies wore cloth nappies/diapers. I also got him to watch Amber at Fairly Local Family. We were going to sacrifice dark brown bath towels. Thankfully adult son found TP. Can you believe he paid $9 for 4 rolls?
It is like cloth diapers, no big deal, rince the number two and one out like you would a cloth diaper and put it in a "diaper pail with some detergent in it and was like every thing else.
I just inherited a box of cotton squares. Sized 7”x9” and 7”x8”.
I used Family cloth now about six years ago. I had flannel sheets this time this is just coughing and has a cute little patterns a whole bunch of different patterns on it. I’m going to implement Family cloth again I’m a single mom with three kids. Wish me luck.
The shower can work in a real serious situation.
N l liked the delicate way u were able 2explain!
Desperate times call for desperate measures. I never thought that the days of cloth diapers I'd need the knowledge of a diaper pail. FYI, don't let the wipe or diaper flush down with the poop. Tee shirt fabric doesn't fray.
Great video, thanks! I must say though, with a house full of boys you are brave to have a sprayer in your bathroom!!!
Haha, if they were littles I’d be more worried. They are all grown now
Hahahaha I was like woahhh where are they where there isn’t toilet paper, and then I saw this was 2020 😂
Yeah lol, it lasted about 6 months then everyone who was shooting people in the streets over toilet paper realized it was gonna be okay 🫠 and it stayed in stock
@@billettescrafts A hard time but had many valuable lessons.
Lol I was thinking the same thing! Can you believe we lived through this!? Wow!!
You are so considerate for yr family.l like how u have shown us wot 2do n covered most bits.just for not all male families ,how would hot water go for females 2wash them? I have used flannels b 4when had 2 n l soak them in nappy san or for both do a prewash.not in hot water.a lot wouldnt want 2use chemicals n also the cost -n
but k feel they are properly clean .also used old or different colour for this .thank u for saving the planet!bless u
Looks like you have a good set up. Rain Country has some great videos on cloth toilet paper. We are using toilet paper for going poop only and other wise cloth. So in other words only my daughter and I are using cloth and in some ways its nicer than toilet paper.
Thank you ❤
1st question: since you have the bidet is there lesss uh residual on the toilet paper after going number 2? 💩
2nd question: in your house is it one square of fabric 🧻 per sitting?
3rd question: how does this set up work when you are on your period? 🩸
Thank you for sharing this video, it’s extremely helpful, not many people are willing to openly discuss bathroom topics. 🚽
Your welcome, we all poop right ?! Lol. Yes, less mess with a bidet. Works great on your cycle, I throw the wipes in my wet bag with my cloth pads. Wash them all together.
1 to 2 squares in a sitting
Can you add your bidet link or recommendation in your link ups above? Same with all the things you recommend? I am going to try and do a homeschooling lesson!! :)
Smart!
Great idea but with ,12 grandchildren and sum toilet training I not sure where the wipes would end up or if the bidet would be used as a drinking fountain but nevertheless great idea...
well done thank you
I always washed my diapers after soaking them in water so why not material toilet paper? Same thing.
Yes thank u
Chux wipes are good,buy a packet of 30 for $3 washing easy, drying fast. 4 weeks in and still going strong
Oh. On
It s eco, but i don' te tink is healthy that the same cloth is used by all family members.
It is if you sanitize properly. All your underwear and socks are washed together.
I'm fine with washable pads, but toilet paper is a no for me.
Can you do an update video on this please?!
I’m not sure I can. We have toilet paper now so we haven’t been using cloth.
Do you use fabric softener for your family cloth toilet wipes?
no, it wont let the fabric absorb
Its never recommended to use fabric softener on towels or toilet clothes or anything you want to be absorbent
I used reusable baby wipes when my kids were younger. Same concept. I just don't understand why anyone would care about using decorative wipes. I used old washcloths. Flannel is great, too. I didn't have a sewing machine, so they would fray, but..... they're wipes - who cares?
Why not use a diaper pail and do the same thing we used to do with cloth diapers. Have them soak in a water and cleaning solution untill you want to wash them.
Go for it
When I was very small we have no plumbing and we had a outside toilet we used to use phone book?
I meant no offense. Use what you gotta use
DO U WASH THEM ALONE OR WITH TOWELS OR CLOTHES ?
I wash separate
your either really short, or your toilet is really tall....
Martin Jones lol
can you please make a video wearing a sport bra?