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It’s easy to think of the bathroom as just a place to wash and unwind. But for some people, bathrooms and bathing have become the setting for some truly extraordinary world records. We’ve dug into the archives and found five of the most surprising bath-related world records out there.
#5. Most People Showering at the Same Time
In June 2018, a group called “Irish Springs” set the world record for the highest number of people showering simultaneously. An incredible **396 people** stood together in Dover, Delaware, USA for a record-breaking group shower. We’ll stick to showering solo, thank you very much!
#4. Longest Time Spent Sitting on the Toilet
In 2019, Belgian man Jimmy De Frenne attempted to break the record for the longest time spent sitting on the toilet. His target was 165 hours (nearly seven days), but due to sore legs, he stopped at **116 hours**. The record remains unverified by Guinness World Records, so he may still be waiting for official recognition.
#3. Fastest Time to Unravel a Toilet Roll
In 2013, Serbian man Dalibor Jablanovic set the record for the fastest time to unravel a toilet roll — achieving it in just **9.80 seconds**. Even more impressive? He did it using only one hand.
#2. Longest Time Submerged in an Ice Bath
Austrian extreme athlete Josef Köberl currently holds the record for the longest time spent in an ice bath, lasting **2 hours, 8 minutes, and 47 seconds** in 2019. Dutch athlete Wim Hof previously held the record multiple times and is known for his incredible cold endurance feats.
#1. The World’s Most Expensive Bathroom
The record for the world’s most expensive bathroom belongs to a private washroom in Hong Kong valued at approximately **£2.4 million**. The entire bathroom — including the toilet, sink, and fixtures — is made from solid 24-carat gold, with the ceiling encrusted with emeralds, sapphires, and rubies. It’s certainly one way to make a statement!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these bathroom world records officially verified?
Some are verified by Guinness World Records, while others remain unconfirmed or were attempted but not officially recognised. The most expensive bathroom and the group shower records are among the verified ones.
What’s the most surprising bathroom world record?
Many people find the world’s most expensive bathroom (worth £2.4 million) or the record for the longest time spent on the toilet particularly surprising.
Has anyone broken the record for the most expensive bathroom since?
As of now, the Hong Kong gold bathroom still holds the official Guinness World Record for the most expensive bathroom.
Are there any UK bathroom-related world records?
While none of the current records on this list are from the UK, the country has produced several unusual records in other categories over the years.
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