The purpose of the shelf is inspection. You're meant to look at the consistency, shape, color, abnormalities, etc. before flushing, and then hope that the rush of water cleans the shelf enough – otherwise, that's what the brush is for.Sep 12, 2016
Why do European toilets have a poop shelf?
I m told that the shelf is indeed to catch one's leavings for examination. I have even heard this is for easy stool sample collection. ... Scoot forward – This requires some real maneuvering to aim forward to miss the shelf entirely. Toilet brush – The most common solution is to just clean up the mess.Feb 16, 2015
Why do some toilets have a shelf?
Instead of having a standing pool of water, the toilet is essentially dry (except for a very thin pool of water) and the bottom of the toilet is flat – like a shelf.Sep 18, 2010
Why are the toilets in Netherlands different?
The lack of windows or any other form of ventilation. An air freshener in the toilet to compensate for the lack of air (you will more than likely find spray air freshener in addition to the one in the toilet bowl, just in case).
What is a poop shelf?
For those of you not in the know, the poop shelf toilet is a toilet that offers an unobstructed view of your waste, both solid and liquid, before it is whisked away into the darkness.Nov 15, 2008
How do you poop in a Dutch toilet?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhgK1sGJu_o
Why are European toilets so weird?
European toilets typically utilize a washdown flushing system in which water inside the toilet is forced out through water flowing from the rim of the bowl. The neck of the toilet hole tends to be larger so there is less of a chance of clogs, but the bowls may require more frequent cleaning from any leftover residue.
What country has the best toilets?
Japan is leading the way in not just technology but even when it comes to public toilets. It has the cleanest facilities that you can think of and the best part is that there are toilets available everywhere.Nov 26, 2017
How do people in the Netherlands use the toilet?
- a chain, rope or string;
- the button on the top or side of the toilet;
- the push panel on the wall behind the toilet (one for flushing no. 1 and one for flushing no. 2);
- the foot pedal.