Can You Use Regular Toilet Paper in an RV or Camper?

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RV Toilet Paper

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In order to prevent clogs and other issuers, any toilet paper used in a camper needs to easily dissolve in the RV black holding tank.

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Fortunately, there is a simple test to check if toilet paper is appropriate for RV use. You'll need the TP, water and a jar.

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Simply, place a few sheets of the toilet paper in a jar of water, then shake twice and let sit for one hour.

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If the toilet paper fully dissolves within one hour, it is appropriate for use in an RV toilet. If not, don't use it!

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More Black Tank Tips

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Buy a reverse flush valve: a simple device to easily break up black tank clogs when they occur in your RV.

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Always dump the black tank first, so the hose is cleaned with gray water when the RV gray tanks are dumped.

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Only dump tanks at legal dump stations. Even gray water cannot be dumped on the ground outside an approved dump.

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