Why the hell do all you blogger plumbers swear up and down that the glorious flange plunger is the perfect match for a toilet? I’ve thought of gifting the accordion plunger to people as a housewarming gift, but it didn’t seem to strike the right tone. You can, in fact, get by with just having a flange or accordion plunger, since these versatile plungers can do double duty for both sink and toilet. Accordion plungers are specially designed to fit into elongated or oddly-shaped bowls, allowing you to reach and clear clogs more effectively. Should you find yourself in a situation where you don’t have a plunger at all, use one of these six plunger-less methods of unclogging a toilet to clear the blockage.

Unlike regular plungers, accordion plungers feature a flexible rubber head that can be adjusted to fit into various shapes and sizes. Traditional plungers are made of porous rubber, which allows bacteria to seep in and is difficult to fully clean. If the water is still not draining properly, you may need to repeat these steps a few times until the clog is completely removed. Our antimicrobial toilet plunger with storage tray is a fashionable and functional addition to any bathroom. I'm assuming the issue is bowl size vs plunger size, but how the hell am I supposed to know what size plunger to get?If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). When you seal the plunger over the drain opening and push it down, you increase the pressure in the pipe. This flange fits well over the toilet drain, making it easy to form the necessary suction to clear a clog. Some of our latest conquests include the best acne treatments , rolling luggage , pillows for side sleepers , natural anxiety remedies , and bath towels .

We’ll cover the three main types of plungers: the sink plunger, the toilet (or flange) plunger and the accordion plunger. The Art of Manliness participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links.

For myself, they looked exactly as I expected from the description, and I am sure they are going to do a good job in safely displaying arrangements of flowers and greenery. Our antimicrobial plastic inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew on the plunger and drip tray. To use, place the cup over the opening of the blocked area to form a seal, then using firm pressure, move the plunger up and down for about 20 seconds, ensuring the handle stays pointed straight up. We also offer everything you need to keep your bathtub, sinks, kitchen, and shower free from pesky clogs.

After trying so many brands for my rental properties, they have proven the most durable and functional sinks on the market. To use it properly, you must ensure that the plunger's cup fits snuggly in the toilet bowl and creates a tight seal. The cup plunger has a hard time sealing around the curved toilet drain, and therefore cannot get enough suction. When you push the plunger down, pressure moves downward on the adjoining pipe; when you pull the plunger up, a vacuum action moves the pressure back towards you.However, this plunger will not work well for a toilet clog since it won’t be able to seal properly to create suction. It is equipped with an accordion-like rubber cup that allows it to fit various toilet bowl sizes and shapes. It takes up no more room or aesthetic annoyance than a regular plunger (and actually, comes in some nice colors). You don’t need all three of these plungers, just a cup plunger + a flange or accordion plunger (depending on your preference). The cup is sealed over the opening and the movement of the handle then forces the water pressure up and down eventually dislodging blockages.

The flange plunger can also double as a cup plunger by folding the flange back, although you may want to keep a separate plunger for the toilet and one dedicated for the sink. I’ve clogged and subsequently unclogged toilets in hotels around the world, in friends’ houses, in strangers’ houses, and in the many homes and apartments I’ve lived in during my life. For all of you who still have that little rubber cup with a wooden stick attached to it that you might refer to as a plunger, we’re not living in the 1950s anymore. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. We only recommend products we genuinely like, and purchases made through our links support our mission and the free content we publish here on AoM.

The bellows plunger contains no fold in the lip design, which minimizes residue while allowing for easy cleaning. The hard plastic accordion design is not the easiest to use but many people swear by accordion plungers as the best toilet plunger for tough clogs.