This is why you should NEVER put toilet paper down on the toilet seat before you sit

COVERING a public toilet seat in paper might seem to be the best way to stop yourself from being exposed to bacteria.

But appears that if you should never line the seat with loo roll and doing so can make you come into contact with even more germs.

In fact you’re better off not putting anything down on the seat at all, whether it be toilet paper or one of those handy paper seat covers.

That’s because toilet seats are made from materials that prevent bacteria from spreading in the first place.

Their shape and the smooth surface make it extremely difficult for germs to latch onto them.

In contrast, toilet paper has a rough texture and is designed to be absorbent, making it a perfect material for bacteria to stick to and hang around on.

And because in most public toilets it is right next to the loo, every time you flush, germs fly into the air and can cling on to the roll.

So then if you layer the set with toilet paper and sit down on it, you are effectively perched on top of thousands of germs.

Although, our skin provides enough protection to keep our bodies safe from whatever is lurking in and around the toilet.

Last month, we revealed how many germs are lurking in YOUR bathroom, and you’ll be horrified at the dirtiest spot.

And we also told you the six surprising things in your home that are dirtier and MORE dangerous than the toilet.