Monday, March 23, 2015

MONDAY SOLUTIONS: DIY DRAIN CLEANER

MONDAY SOLUTIONS:  DIY DRAIN CLEANER
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Keep the plumber away- Natural Homemade Drain Cleaner

 To keep my life running smoothly, both literally and metaphorically, I look in my kitchen pantry for all the ingredients I need to unclog my pipes and I can do it without causing damage to the environment or my pocket book!
Best Drain Cleaner

Unclog a drain with Baking Soda and Vinegar

  1. Pour 3/4-1 cup of baking soda in the drain.
  2. Pour 1/2 cup vinegar in the drain and immediately cover the drain (I use a plug or set a plate over it – you want to keep everything inside the drain)
  3. Leave everything to sit and work for about 30 mins (don’t use the sink during this time)
  4. After 30 mins, remove the cover and let hot water run thru the pipes for about 2-3 mins.
  5. for really tough clogs you may need to repeat – but I find if I do this on a regular basis (about once a month) it keeps my drains clear and fresh with out any problems.
Likewise, I do something very similar to keep drains fresh.  Especially good for seldom used drains.

Freshen Drains with Baking Soda and Vinegar

  1. Mix 1/2 cup baking soda with 1/4 cup table salt and pour down drain
  2. Follow by pouring 1 cup of heated vinegar down the drain (it will foam and bubble)
  3. Let it sit for 15 minutes
  4. After 15 minutes run hot tap water for 30-60 seconds.
Baking soda and vinegar are the foundation of DIY cleaning!  It’s really that simple.  For just pennies you can keep your drains and home fume free by using baking soda and vinegar instead of harsh chemicals or calling the plumber.
This is just one of many ways to save money by using baking soda around your house.  To save even more,  head over to Arm & Hammer’s Savings Center to print out a $0.50 off coupon on your next purchase of Arm & Hammer Baking Soda!

8 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing this DIY drain cleaner! It will sure come in handy with those who continue to experience clogged drain problems. What I like about this is it’s very easy to follow, and the materials needed are available in many stores too. Isn’t that great? Thanks for sharing! :)

    Lovella Cushman @ Perfection Plumbing

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  2. You're very welcome and I'm glad it was helpful! ~ Linda♥

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  3. I wish I had known this trick before. I had to have a plumber come over to fix my drains, but now I have the power to keep my home plumber free! It works good too, I've used it on my sinks to get scum off as well. Now I only need the plumber for fixing pipes and water leaks.

    Evon Brow @ Athens Plumbing

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