But is it actually okay to put Kleenex in toilets? The simple answer: no, Kleenex should not be put in toilets. Toilet paper is specifically made to break down in toilets, so that it will not clog your home’s plumbing. Facial tissues are not made with this purpose in mind.
Thereof, are tissues safe to flush?
No, you can’t. In contrast to toilet paper, things like tissues and kitchen towels are designed to retain their strength as much as possible, especially when wet. Flush a tissue or paper towel down the toilet and it won’t break down, at least not readily, so it’s a prime candidate to clog your pipes.
In this manner, can u flush Kleenex down the toilet? Even flushing tissues, like Kleenex and other tissue paper is a no-no. Tissue is not designed to break down when it’s wet and the absorbency level of tissue can cause wads of it to get stuck and clog pipes creating blockages.