Best toilet plungers for efficient unblocking: Our top picks for DIY success
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Is there anything less glamorous than cleaning the loo?
Yet we all use bathrooms, and so, all bathrooms require regular cleaning. This may seem rather obvious, but it appears to be a fact that a swathe of the population, in their early 20s to 30s choose to ignore.
Despite the odd passive-aggressive statement now and then, we don’t entirely begrudge those who don’t know how to deep clean a bathroom. It’s easy to breeze through life without ever .. er, taking the plunge.
This is why we’ve curated a selection of in-depth cleaning articles, from dedicated guides to vacuums of all types, steam mops and regular mops to the best cleaning products for bathrooms and kitchens. But you’ve clicked through to this article for one specific item, it’s either for preventative purposes or because there has been a blockage.
More specifically, you’ve landed on this ES Best Shopping round-up because you’ve found it remarkably difficult to shop for decent plungers. Indeed, there are a surprisingly small number of stockists both physical and online which have bundles of chic, discreet and powerful toilet plungers sitting pretty in their storerooms.
Rather than remortgaging your home to pay for an emergency plumber, we recommend purchasing an effective, value-for-money plunger and getting the job done yourself. Deep breath now: we know you can do it.
Keep scrolling for a selection of the best toilet plungers to complete your collection of DIY essentials.
Luigi's - The World's Best Toilet Plunger
Designed to unblock loos by pushing air into the basin rather than just water, this brilliant plunger doesn’t require you to form a seal for it to work. That’s right, no more fiddling around to find the perfect suction. It also means that it’ll work for toilets of all shapes and sizes, including low flow, square bottom, elongated or anything else under the sun.
Mr. Siga Toilet Plunger and Bowl Brush Combo
A fabulous two-in-one option complete with a heavy-duty toilet plunger and brush, the former is made with a commercial-grade rubber suction cup for maximum plunging power, while the latter is crafted with dense nylon bristles. We’re big fans of the sleek, space-saving design.
Master Plunger with Powerful Suction
No matter the blockage, the Master Plunger provides a quick and easy solution. The lightweight yet powerful device makes achieving suction a breeze thanks to the accordion design and ergonomic handle.
Clorox Toilet Hideaway Caddy
Any plunge that comes with a discrete, hide-away caddy is a winner in our eyes. This option from American brand Clorox features a high-suction flange cup and an extra-long 15.5-inch handle with an ergonomic grip for better leverage. The hideaway caddy automatically opens when the plunger is removed, and closes when it’s placed back in.
Buffalo Maxi Plunger PRO with Rubber Seal
What sets the pro-grade Buffalo Maxi Plunger aside isn’t just its heavy-duty plastic construction and extendable accordion suction base, but the easy-grip D-shaped handle for better leverage and control. It clears blocked drains fast with no risk for splashback. The relief air valve also works to eliminate overflow.
Nirox Set of 2 Plungers
This set of two classic plungers is perfect for unblocking sinks and toilets alike. The larger one has a diameter of 140mm, while the smaller, sink-appropriate plunger has a diameter of 110mm.
TIJAR Long Handle Plunger
This versatile plunger can be called upon for shower drains, kitchen sinks, bathtubs and toilets – however, we’d recommend picking one location for its use and sticking to it. It’s a heavy-duty, quality rubber plunger which belongs in your DIY arsenal.