Sewer use

You cannot simply throw your waste in your toilet or sink. If you do, it can result in blockages or damage the environment. Below you will find an overview of different types of waste. For more information about what falls under the type of waste and how it should be processed, you can click on the type of waste. Are you unsure about how to process your waste? Then we advise you to consult the waste separation guide .

Chemical products
Never throw chemicals down your toilet or sink. This type of waste falls under small chemical waste (kca). If you do this, they can end up in the groundwater and this is bad for the environment. Therefore, always hand them in at special collection points. Think of certain shops that sell these types of products or the landfill in your municipality. For more information about kca , click here .

Condoms, tampons, etc.
Never throw condoms, sanitary napkins, tampons, etc. down the toilet after use. This can cause a blockage and also end up in the environment. Dispose of these items in the appropriate waste bin.

Food leftovers
It might seem harmless, but if coffee grounds, flour, dough, or something similar gets stuck in your pipes, it can have serious consequences. It can build up and cause a blockage. Therefore, always dispose of these residues in the trash.

(Frying) fat
Never throw oil and grease down your sink or toilet. For example, if you need to change your frying fat, simply return the old fat to its original packaging and return it to us. Click here to see where you can dispose of your used frying fat.

Job leftovers
Never throw DIY waste such as plaster and cement down your sink or toilet. If you do this, it will end up in your drain and when it hardens, it can cause a blockage.

Medicines
When medicines are thrown down the sink or toilet, they can end up in the groundwater. This is harmful to nature and animals. Therefore, return them to your pharmacy, for example.

Solid waste
Never throw cleaning wipes, wet wipes, or other solid waste down the toilet after use. This can cause a blockage and also end up in the environment. Dispose of these in the appropriate waste bin.

Paint (residues)
Never throw paint or other paint residues in your toilet or sink. This type of waste falls under small chemical waste (kca). If you do this, it can end up in the groundwater and this is bad for the environment. Therefore, always hand these in at special collection points. Think of certain shops that sell these types of products or the landfill in your municipality. For more information about kca , click here .