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What kind of plunger are you supposed to use to unclog a toilet?

A flange plunger, which has a rubber flap that extends out the bottom.

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  1. A flat red cup plunger
  2. A flange plunger with a flap ✔
  3. Any plunger works the same

Why: A flat cup plunger is only meant for flat sinks and tubs. The extra flap on a flange plunger fits perfectly into the toilet drain to create a seal.

Huh, didn't know that: You can tuck the flap up inside the flange plunger to use it on a sink if you need to.

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Answer: A flange plunger with a flap. A flat cup plunger is only meant for flat sinks and tubs. The extra flap on a flange plunger fits perfectly into the toilet drain to create a seal.

  1. The Home Depot: Best Toilet and Sink Plungers www.homedepot.com/c/ab/best-toilet-plungers-and-sink-plungers/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90961943fd
    Flange plungers are used to clear toilet clogs.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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