Friday, 31 Oct 2025
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA
logo logo
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
  • 🔥
  • Trump
  • VIDEO
  • House
  • White
  • ScienceAlert
  • Trumps
  • Watch
  • man
  • Health
  • Season
Font ResizerAa
American FocusAmerican Focus
Search
  • World
  • Politics
  • Crime
  • Economy
  • Tech & Science
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • More
    • Education
    • Celebrities
    • Culture and Arts
    • Environment
    • Health and Wellness
    • Lifestyle
Follow US
© 2024 americanfocus.online – All Rights Reserved.
American Focus > Blog > Tech and Science > This 134-Year-Old Patent Reveals The Proper Way to Hang Toilet Paper : ScienceAlert
Tech and Science

This 134-Year-Old Patent Reveals The Proper Way to Hang Toilet Paper : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 7, 2025 2:40 am
Share
This 134-Year-Old Patent Reveals The Proper Way to Hang Toilet Paper : ScienceAlert
SHARE

The age-old debate of “over versus under” toilet paper orientation has been a topic of conversation in bathrooms around the world ever since the invention of toilet paper itself. There has been no shortage of discussions, polls, and listicles dedicated to determining the proper way to hang our toilet paper.

Arguments for both sides can be found on various online platforms, with some advocating for the “over” orientation due to its perceived cleanliness and convenience, while others prefer the “under” orientation for its neater appearance and pet-proof benefits.

Interestingly, the answer to this long-standing debate can be found in a patent for perforated toilet paper dating back to 1891. Discovered by writer Owen Williams and shared by The Huffington Post in 2015, the original patent by inventor Seth Wheeler clearly illustrates the toilet paper going up and over the roll.

The Google Patents Database also features diagrams showing the toilet paper going over the roll, further solidifying the argument for the “over” orientation.

Wheeler’s patented invention of perforated toilet paper was aimed at preventing waste and improving efficiency. In his patent, he emphasized the importance of his design in ensuring that the sheets of paper separate singly at their connecting points, thus reducing waste.

With this historical evidence in mind, it is now officially settled – the correct way to hang toilet paper is with the paper going up and over the roll. So next time you’re replacing the roll, make sure to adhere to this patented design.

This article was originally published by Business Insider and sheds light on a quirky yet fascinating aspect of everyday life.

See also  AI chatbots are 'juicing engagement' instead of being useful, Instagram co-founder warns

More from Business Insider:

TAGGED:134YearOldhangPaperpatentproperRevealsScienceAlertToilet
Share This Article
Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article Tourist Horrifically Injured Climbing Fence at Rome’s Colosseum Tourist Horrifically Injured Climbing Fence at Rome’s Colosseum
Next Article A malaria-like disease spread by ticks moves into Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia A malaria-like disease spread by ticks moves into Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Popular Posts

Trump’s Ex-Chief Of Staff Spots 1 Glaring ‘Problem’ With New White House Flagpoles

Former White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney, who served during Donald Trump's first term,…

June 19, 2025

Guest Opinion: Hope For Right Whales

Hope is a powerful force that drives us to overcome obstacles and work towards a…

December 24, 2024

Dr. Oz on the future of Medicaid, Trump’s Megabill and AI-avatar health care

Dr. Mehmet Oz Takes the Helm at CMS: Health Care's New Captain Dr. Mehmet Oz,…

May 31, 2025

‘Melancholy’ Matthew Perry Plagued by Fame ‘Sat Alone in the Back’ at Rehab Meetings and ‘Clearly Had Enablers’ Before Overdose Death

Matthew Perry's Tragic Death: Assistant Admits to Injecting Actor with Fatal Dose In a shocking…

September 27, 2024

Former Inter coach Simone Inzaghi joins Al-Hilal in $50 million deal, becomes the world’s highest-paid manager

Throughout his time at Inter, Simone Inzaghi was able to build a strong team that…

June 4, 2025

You Might Also Like

The New Scientist Book Club’s verdict on Our Brains, Our Selves: A mix of praise and misgivings
Tech and Science

The New Scientist Book Club’s verdict on Our Brains, Our Selves: A mix of praise and misgivings

October 31, 2025
Tech Advisor December 2025 Digital Magazine
Tech and Science

Tech Advisor December 2025 Digital Magazine

October 31, 2025
Scientists Identified a New Blood Group After a 50-Year Mystery : ScienceAlert
Tech and Science

Scientists Identified a New Blood Group After a 50-Year Mystery : ScienceAlert

October 31, 2025
Nanotyrannus Isn’t a Juvenile T-Rex—It’s a Separate Dinosaur
Tech and Science

Nanotyrannus Isn’t a Juvenile T-Rex—It’s a Separate Dinosaur

October 31, 2025
logo logo
Facebook Twitter Youtube

About US


Explore global affairs, political insights, and linguistic origins. Stay informed with our comprehensive coverage of world news, politics, and Lifestyle.

Top Categories
  • Crime
  • Environment
  • Sports
  • Tech and Science
Usefull Links
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DMCA

© 2024 americanfocus.online –  All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?