Natural Remedies for Cleaning Drain Pipes
There are several natural methods for cleaning household drain pipes, endorsed by industry experts:
1. Hot Water and Salt
Pour a solution of warm water and coarse salt down the drain to help dissolve grease and clear minor blockages.
2. Baking Soda and Vinegar
One of the most effective remedies for eliminating limescale and organic buildup:
Pour 1 cup of baking soda into the drain.
Follow with 1 cup of vinegar.
Let sit for about 1 hour.
Flush with hot water.
3. Salt and Lemon
Mix salt with lemon juice as an alternative to baking soda and vinegar. Pour the mixture into the drain, let it sit, then rinse with warm water.
4. Baking Soda and Salt
Combine 1 cup of baking soda with ½ cup of salt, then pour the mixture into the drain. Leave for a few hours or overnight, then flush with plenty of warm water.
5. Boiling Water
Periodically pour boiling water into the pipes to help dislodge small blockages.
6. Hose Method
In some cases, using a hose can help clear stubborn clogs. However, use caution to avoid damaging the pipes.
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