Nowadays, the majority of toilets we encounter in Dutch homes don’t have an inspection shelf. It’s an older design feature that’s no longer necessary in first-world countries, thanks to modern medicine. But listen, there are still some pros when it comes to the inspection shelf.

2023年1月15日 · The unique Netherlands toilet shelf is one of the most surprising things about the ways of life among the Dutch. In fact, the Dutch commonly refer to the toilet shelf as an “inspection shelf,” not a toilet or bathroom as you would in the U.S. and other countries.

2016年9月12日 · The majority of the toilets we encountered while out and about in the Hague did NOT have the inspection shelf. From what I understand, this is an older design no longer necessary in most first-world countries, and most of the Dutch toilets we used had a regular water-filled bowl.

2021年11月15日 · We just build our home and we did install a toilet with a plate in it. I have Crohn and I do inspect my poop every time. With a plate it’s much easier to inspect it the looking at it when it swimming in water.

2024年10月16日 · In the Netherlands, they have what is commonly known as the ‘inspection shelf’. For many expats, this is the most shocking thing about the Dutch toilet. Thanks to its design, you are given the opportunity to examine your deposit before sending it …

2024年11月13日 · After squeezing yourself into the small dimensions of the WC, you’ll get your next surprise: the toilet's inspection shelf. It is exactly what it sounds like - a little step before the bottom of the toilet bowl for you to inspect your stool before flushing it away. But why do Dutch toilets have a shelf?

What is the typical Dutch toilet? The bowl has a unique shape which includes a sort of shelf, a little bit above the water level. Or as one of the students says in the video, there’s an extra step, before the little pond at the bottom of your toilet.

2012年5月11日 · Edit: Protip - To avoid leaving skid marks, place a few sheets of toilet paper on the shelf before you poo. Here's a complete explanation. It's there so you can check your shit! All your questions are answered here: http://www.expatica.com/nl/lifestyle_leisure/blogs_photos/Everything-you-never-wanted-to-know-about-Dutch-toilets_14840.html?ppager=0.

Do Dutch toilets have an inspection shelf? Yes, many toilets in the Netherlands usually have an inspection shelf. The inspection shelf is a small shelf at the back of the toilet which allows you to conveniently check for any issues inside your toilet before you actually flush it.

2016年9月12日 · The purpose of the shelf is inspection. You’re meant to look at the consistency, shape, color, abnormalities, etc. before flushing, and then hope that the rush of water cleans the shelf enough – otherwise, that’s what the brush is for.