--Put on rubber gloves, if you have them. --Place the plunger into the toilet bowl and push down gently, just to remove the ...

This technique for unclogging a toilet with hot water can be quite messy but proves surprisingly effective for tackling smaller clogs, particularly those caused by an overload of toilet paper.

A clogged toilet can be a nightmare come true, especially if there isn't a plunger around. Luckily, it's possible to unclog a toilet with very basic supplies that most people have sitting on a shelf.