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Just because it can be flushed, doesn’t mean it should.
The Real Problem
- Studies show that 98% of
Baby Wipes - materials that clog Paper Towels
- equipment at wastewater Feminine Hygiene Products
- treatment plants are Cleaning Wipes
- Non-flushable items such as: Other Trash Not Designated to be Flushed
Keep Your Home Healthy By Knowing What Not to Flush
To help consumers keep their homes healthy and their plumbing systems safe and running smoothly, the wipes industry has developed new, stronger labeling guidelines that call for prominent positioning of the “Do Not Flush” symbol on the product packaging for non-flushable wipes.
Increasing Public Awareness About Smart Flushing Habits Will Lead to Real, Lasting Changes
When you flush products that were NOT designed to be flushed, you are flushing your money down the toilet. On average, it costs about $300-$450 to repair the damage to your home plumbing system caused by clogs. And if it requires a whole house repipe, the average cost can range from $4,000-$15,000.
Recent Blog Posts
Coming Together To Solve Environmental Challenges
09.15.2022
The SecureFLUSH®/Wastewater Partnership By John Iarocci, Vice President, R&D and Quality, Nice-Pak Wipes have been a hot news topic for many years, as non-flushable items were identified as a contributor to backups in sewer and…
Teach Your Kid NOT to be a Clog Monster
08.25.2022
Happy Back to School Month from your friends at the Responsible Flushing Alliance! A new school year means a new year of challenges to overcome and memories to make. We all want our children to…
How to Observe Flush Smart Day, Every Day!
07.28.2022
On July 1, we observed the inaugural Flush Smart Day thanks to a resolution granted to RFA President Lara Wyss by Assemblymember Richard Bloom, the California statesman who largely brought the Wet Wipes Labelling…
WOW (a.k.a. World of Wipes), Who Knew?
07.16.2022
Last month I had the pleasure of speaking at the World of WipesÒ International Conference in Chicago. The panel I participated in was called “Nonwoven Substrates for More Sustainable Wipes.” My presentation focused on RFA’s #FlushSmart…
Flushing Awesome!
05.24.2022
Overview So far this year, the Responsible Flushing Alliance and its supporting members are making a real difference in educating consumers about responsible flushing habits. The #FlushSmart campaign continues running strong on social, in the…
The Definition of Flushability
04.27.2022
Here at the Responsible Flushing Alliance, we always encourage you to practice your best #FlushSmart habits. Sending the wrong products down the drain causes dangerous clogs in municipal sewer systems that could lead to burst…
The Clog Monster’s Favorite Foods
03.30.2022
No one thinks of their bathroom as the hottest spot in town, but for the destructive Clog Monster, it’s five-star dining! With the everyday products we use for cleaning, hygiene, and relaxing just one wrong…
Crafting With Kids: What To Do With What You Can’t Flush
02.25.2022
February brings chilly weather and early sunsets. Instead of playing outside, children are staying indoors more than ever—even during the weekends. It can be hard to keep the little ones entertained for long periods of…
National Bath Safety Month: Staying Safe from Spills and Slips
01.28.2022
After a long day at work or taking care of the kids, there is nothing better than stepping into the bathroom for an evening of relaxation. Between the bubbles and moisturizing sheet masks, have you…