How do I make a DIY solution for unclogging a sink?
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Hi Dolores
Pour baking soda down the drain (about 1/2 cup). Follow that with white vinegar (also about 1/2 cup). Let it do it's work, then rinse with hot water. Repeat if necessary. Wishing you the best.
Hi Dolores,
Here's a link to some Hometalk projects on unclogging a sink
https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=unplug%20a%20clogged%20sink
Try this: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/clean/bathroom/the-natural-drain-cleaner-for-your-clogged-drain-19246737
The Natural Drain Cleaner for Your Clogged Drain
Hello, I personally have found In my drain flow problems to be hair or debris trapped in the P trap area. Using a tool like the ones at the dollar store can help remove that mechanical obstruction.
Here’s a Hometalk link that may offer further suggestions.
How to Unclog a Sink Like a Pro | Hometalk
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/repair/plumbing/how-to-unclog-a-sink-like-a-pro-2251857?expand_all_questions=1
How to Unclog a Sink Like a Pro
Others have given you some good advice. I'd like to add that getting a drain snake or plumbing snake might be a good idea if your drains get clogged often. It's a good investment in a tool that will be useful for many years!
Baking,soda and vinegar
Cut notches into a long, plastic drinking straw and lower into the drain. Lift it up and see what is caught!
So you did it with only 1 item 😁
Hi Dolores - Same as some of the suggestions above. We use a little bit of baking soda, about 1/2 cup of vinegar, and then follow with several cups of boiling water (I use the tea kettle it's the easiest and safest way.) It normally takes a few times. Hope this helps! Hugs, Holly
https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-unclog-d-22042