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Drain freshener

Course DIY
Keyword baking soda, diy cleaning, drain cleaner, kitchen tips
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Baking soda, salt and cream of tartar. Pour some in, follow with boiling water.

What You’ll Need

  • 1/2 cup baking soda
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 tablespoons cream of tartar
  • A jar that seals
  • Pot of boiling water

Directions

  • Put the baking soda, salt and cream of tartar in the jar, close it, and shake.
  • Pour half of it down the drain and save the rest.
  • Pour a pot of boiling water down after it.
  • Wait one hour, then run tap water to rinse.

Notes

Remove the drain screen or stopper and clear visible gunk first. Other mixes : 1/2 cup each baking soda and vinegar (plug 1 hour, then boiling water); 1/2 cup each baking soda and lemon juice; 1/2 cup each salt and baking soda (30 minutes to overnight).
Safety: don't pour boiling water into PVC pipes, a porcelain sink or a toilet — use very hot tap water instead. Never use after a commercial drain cleaner is in the pipe. Label the jar.