Urinating in washroom lavatory (sink) to save money on water usage

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Does urinating in the washroom sink in order to save money on water consumption (by not flushing the toilet, which uses about 6 litres of water per flush) have any affect (corrosive or otherwise) on the drainage pipes. I always follow up by running the water in the sink (max. flow) for about 3-4 seconds, wait for the water to flow down through the trap, then run a second time (max. flow) for about 6-7 seconds. I'm saving 4.5 to 5 litres of water every time I urinate! Any comments?

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  • RoseIsabella
    8 years ago

    Only normal if you're a female over 300 lbs who does this sort of thing in a public rest room.

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  • donteatstuffoffthesidewalk
    8 years ago

    last time i tried that they threw me outta the capital buildin

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  • green_boogers
    8 years ago

    Piss in a can. Pour it on a fire hydrant. The dogs will be inspired by your scent.

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  • RoseQuartz
    8 years ago

    No. That's freakish.

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  • fugazi
    8 years ago

    Just do it out the window, that uses even less water

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  • allbeback
    8 years ago

    Maybe I should have went to a Plumber's blog for advice?

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  • gutterflower
    8 years ago

    I pee all different places, in the sink, outside in the gutter. If you want to, do it.

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  • allbeback
    8 years ago

    Plumbers resposes only please. Is it corrosive to drain pipes or not if rinsed adequately?

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    • Rusty-Rider
      8 years ago

      The drain for the lavatory is usually connected to the toilette soil pipe. The lav. drain is either plastic or brass so peeing in the sink is safe for the system.
      Just run the water for 2 or 3 seconds, full blast after you urinate to clear the trap.
      What you are doing is very common.

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  • gay
    8 years ago

    yes tottaly normal..

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