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On Toilet Seat Covers: The Illusion of Cleanliness

paper toilet seat cover


The Comforting Cover-Up


We’ve all seen them, those thin paper rings that promise to shield us from the icky unknowns of public restrooms. But let’s face it, they’re more of a comfort blanket than a shield. Research shows that these paper toilet seat covers aren’t quite the heroes we thought they were.



Outsmarted by Size


It turns out, the leftovers we’re trying to avoid are much smaller than the tiny openings in the paper. So, while it might feel like you’re sitting on a barrier of safety, in reality, it’s like using a fishing net to stop sand from slipping through.



The Real Deal


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