People are just learning why public restroom doors don’t touch the ground.
When you enter a washroom, one of the first things you may notice is that the loo doors don’t extend to the floor.
It may seem an unusual design choice, however, it serves several important purposes.
TikTok creator @mattypstories, known for sharing lesser-known facts, has gone viral after explaining why it’s a common sight in public restrooms.
His video begins: “You’ve probably wondered at one point or another why bathroom doors don’t go all the way to the ground. But there are actually many logical reasons why they do this.”
Alongside Matty’s finding, WC Portables has shared the many purposes behind the gap.
Check out seven reasons why restroom doors don’t touch the floor below:
Keep reading to learn more…