So, it might be a little grim but the reality is you'll have to deal with a blocked toilet at one point or another.
A plunger is the standard solution but if you don't have one to hand, washing-up liquid will do the trick.
The folks over at
Metro brought a video from Build.com to our attention and it includes instructions on how to tackle your blocked toilet.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ccQJTfAEtNY
You'll need some washing-up liquid and hot water, a mixture which gets rid of the blockage and gives your toilet a proper clean too.
We do love a good life hack!
Video via Build.com