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I am not an expert, but my grandmother uses baking soda and vinegar to clean her drains, so I imagine it is good to use (She is 93 and knows every helpful house tip there is). She puts a couple tablespoons of baking soda down the drain, then pours some vinegar down. After a few minutes, she runs really hot water down the drain to rinse everything clean. Not only does this clean the drain, but it also gets rid of bad odors. Make sure you use white distilled vinegar.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoBaking SODA and vinegar may work.
Baking powder has cream of tartar (acts like the vinegar when it gets wet) and essentially reacts instantly, but you want the delayed reaction so the baking soda gets in solution hopefully under the clog and the vinegar can get a chance to work on the clog, otherwise you just generate gas on top of the clog.
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∙ 13y agoYes, it can. The chemical reaction can help clear minor clogs and it's non-toxic, unlike other products you use.
Be aware that if you've already tried some other cleaner (like Drano, etc.), this can cause significant spray upward of caustic chemicals. Always protect your face, especially your eyes and mouth.
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∙ 9y agoA mixture of baking soda and vinegar to clear drains has proven to be a very good solution to use. It will unclog most drains and a weekly or monthly deposit of vinegar in the drain will help to keep it clear.
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∙ 13y agoYes, but always pour the baking soda first.
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How can I unclog a clogged drain?
If your drain line becomes clogged, a mixture of hot water, vinegar, and baking soda can be used to clear it. After letting the mixture lie in the drain for 10-15 minutes, pour hot water down the drain first, then baking soda, vinegar, then more hot water.
What are some common household items that can be used on clogged drains?
Two common household items that can be used to unclog a clogged drain are vinegar and baking soda. These items can be purchased inexpensively if they are not already in the home.
How do you get rid of a bad smell coming from a tub drain that is rarely used not clogged and has been cleaned but the smell remains?
Try pouring vinegar and baking soda down the drain, or maybe borax laundry powder. Let it sit for a while before running water. If that doesn't work I'd call a plumber. Maybe you need new pipes?
Can you unplug a drain with vinegar and something else?
use one cup vinegar and 1/2 cup baking soda, put the baking soda in water till just mixed, pour down drain then add vinegar
Do eggshells clog pipes?
They can. Pouring vinegar down a drain clogged with eggshells should unclog it as the vinegar dissolves the eggshells.
Do I need a plumber to unclog a drain?
Personally, what works for me on clogs is the following:1. 1/2 Cup baking soda2. 1/2 cup white vinegarPlace the baking soda on the clogged drain. Immediately add the vinegar. You will hear and see a lot of fizzing. Once it has fizzed out, flush with warm water. Your drain should be cleared up in less than a minute!
Why won't the liquid run away in the washing machine?
Did you mean "why won't it drain"? The machine could have a damaged pump or a clogged drain. The pump can get damaged if small clothing gets stuck in it. Check the pump area and remove small clothes such as socks and undergarments. If it is clogged, try cleaning the machine. Treat the drain with a vinegar and baking soda solution. This solution helps get rid of collected dirt, molds and hard minerals.
How do you make homemade drain cleaner?
Ingredients1/4 cup baking soda1/2 cup vinegarDirectionsPour baking soda into drain.Follow with vinegar.
How do you unclog a drain that is clogged up with eggshells?
To unclog a drain that is clogged up with eggshells, first remove as many of the shells as possible. Then pour in a lot of vinegar, which will soften the shells, and let it soak for at least a day. Try using a plunger to clear the drain after that. Repeat the process if necessary.
Will baking soda and a water bubble make a liquid plumber?
Add white vinegar to the baking soda, which will create a fizz that may clear the drain.
How do you open a slow kitchen drain?
One way to open a slow kitchen drain is by using a plunger on the drain. If the drain is still slow put some baking soda and vinegar in the drain to loosen any debris that remain in the drain.
Does baking soda help clean drains?
yes you mix it with water and pour it down the drain and the you dump vinegar down once the baking soda makes it down
