Sunday, October 30, 2011

The Great Toilet Paper Debate


            Since the beginning of time, man has debated such weighty issues as the existence of God, the meaning of life, and whether toilet paper ought to hang over or under. This last issue is one of particular importance to many in modern society, who feel that toilet paper orientation is an issue of identity: and for those who take their toilet paper coupons seriously, it’s important to consider all the facts.
            First off, you may think this toilet paper business is much ado about nothing – but 50 percent of people say that they do pay attention to TP orientation. 20 percent of people report that they have flipped the roll around at a friend’s house or in a public restroom when they believe it is facing the wrong direction. Add to that the fact that the average American spends 30 minutes per year looking for the end of the roll, and you begin to sense the gravity of the situation.
            According to experts, both over and under methods have their advantages. Rolls that unravel over make it easier to control how much toilet paper you tear off (which makes this method more eco-friendly) while the under method looks tidier and makes it harder for cats/dogs/ babies to unravel the roll and make a mess. If you’re a toilet paper coupon aficionado, check out the infographic below – it unravels the whole issue for your careful consideration.

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