DavidofHook
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There have been questions about this so I thought that I would, as tastefully as possible, provide some instructions for newcomers to continental travel
French loos often provide a choice of both British sit down and French squat tyre loos.
This Note is guidance on using French squat type loos.
1) Do not enter the cubicle without shoes. It may look like a shower but it is not.
2) On entry you will see a small tiled floor in front of a large porcelain basin. The basin will have two raised steps for your feet and behind, a circular hole in the floor. Do not ever put your hand or any part of yourself in this hole. On the wall above will be a cistern with a rope or chain. In most French loos it is advisable to provide your own paper.
3) Make the necessary adjustment to your dress and step onto the foot steps. Ensure that you are facing the door with your back to the rear wall. Do not attempt to use with your back to the door as the results will be unsatisfactory.
4) Take the paper in your hand. Do not leave it in your pocket.
5) When squatting down do not fall over into the bowl. To avoid this some people find that it is helpful to put their hand on the wall. Ensure that it is clean before so doing. For hygiene reasons do not put your hand in the bowl for support.
6) Carry out your business which health experts believe is easier in this position (although they may never have actually used one). Aim for the round hole in the floor.
7) Do not urinate on your feet.
8) Put any used paper into the hole in the floor. Do not let it fall from a height as there is a risk that it may flutter down and adhere to your ankle or heel if in sandals.
9) On completion stand and adjust your dress. Take any unused paper home with you.
10) Step onto the tiled floor by the door.
11) To flush the toilet first unlock the door and prepare to leave. On pulling the chain, exit the cubicle smartly. Failure to do so may cause the flush water to cover your feet which is best avoided, especially if in sandals.
12) Close the door, wash your hands and leave.
13) Important note. At all times to avoid any clothing drooping into the bowl keep it bunched in your free hand. ( With acknowledgements to Loz)
I hope that this is helpful
French loos often provide a choice of both British sit down and French squat tyre loos.
This Note is guidance on using French squat type loos.
1) Do not enter the cubicle without shoes. It may look like a shower but it is not.
2) On entry you will see a small tiled floor in front of a large porcelain basin. The basin will have two raised steps for your feet and behind, a circular hole in the floor. Do not ever put your hand or any part of yourself in this hole. On the wall above will be a cistern with a rope or chain. In most French loos it is advisable to provide your own paper.
3) Make the necessary adjustment to your dress and step onto the foot steps. Ensure that you are facing the door with your back to the rear wall. Do not attempt to use with your back to the door as the results will be unsatisfactory.
4) Take the paper in your hand. Do not leave it in your pocket.
5) When squatting down do not fall over into the bowl. To avoid this some people find that it is helpful to put their hand on the wall. Ensure that it is clean before so doing. For hygiene reasons do not put your hand in the bowl for support.
6) Carry out your business which health experts believe is easier in this position (although they may never have actually used one). Aim for the round hole in the floor.
7) Do not urinate on your feet.
8) Put any used paper into the hole in the floor. Do not let it fall from a height as there is a risk that it may flutter down and adhere to your ankle or heel if in sandals.
9) On completion stand and adjust your dress. Take any unused paper home with you.
10) Step onto the tiled floor by the door.
11) To flush the toilet first unlock the door and prepare to leave. On pulling the chain, exit the cubicle smartly. Failure to do so may cause the flush water to cover your feet which is best avoided, especially if in sandals.
12) Close the door, wash your hands and leave.
13) Important note. At all times to avoid any clothing drooping into the bowl keep it bunched in your free hand. ( With acknowledgements to Loz)
I hope that this is helpful
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