
Not everything can be flushed down the toilet. There is a great risk of damaging septic tanks and city wastewater treatment centers when certain materials are flushed. Flushing certain items can be costly and stressful if you are not careful.
What Not to Flush Down the Toilet (or pour into the kitchen sink or storm drain)
Feminine Products
Cooking Grease / Food
Baby Wipes / Wet Wipes / Flushable Wipes
Dental Floss
Q-tips / Cotton Balls
Diapers
Pills
Paper Towels / Tissues
Cigarette Butts
Pesticides and Herbicides Disposal / Recycling
Latex Paint
For small amounts, open can and allow to air dry. For large amounts, add kitty litter, stir and allow to dry; or pour a thin layer (about one inch) of paint into a cardboard box lined with plastic. Allow to dry. Continue layering and drying one layer at a time until all the paint has hardened.