There’s nothing more frustrating than a clogged drain at home, especially in the kitchen when water starts to drain away slower than usual. Many might be stumped on how to tackle the issue without immediately calling in a plumber.
A blocked sink isn’t just an eyesore; it can also cause some rather nasty smells to fill your home. That’s why it’s crucial to sort it out as quickly as you can.
Now, a TikTok cleaning expert has shared a simple hack involving just three common household ingredients. The method is not only easy but ‘so satisfying,’ according to mum and content creator Summer Homayed, who boasts over 411k followers.
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Summer shared her wisdom in a useful video guide that breaks down how you can free up your sink so that water can run smoothly once again. She explained: “Here’s a life hack that anyone with a clogged sink can appreciate.”
Beginning with baking soda, she advised pouring it around and into the blocked plughole, reports the Express.
This should be followed by a good amount of salt. Next, introducing cups of vinegar into the equation creates a reaction, causing the mix to froth up – an incredibly ‘satisfying’ sight.
After giving the concoction about 15 minutes to work its magic, there’s one final step to help clear any stubborn blockages. Showing off the satisfying results, Summer concluded: “Now watch as we break down that build-up in your clogged drain.”
To fix the issue, fill a kettle with water and bring it to the boil, letting it cool slightly before pouring it down the sink to rinse away the baking soda mixture. With her sink now draining normally, Summer said: “Isn’t it magical? Your clogged drain is gone.”
Many viewers in the comments section agreed with her assessment, stating the tip had successfully cleared blockages from their own sinks.
One viewer wrote: “This worked great! ” while another said: “Totally worked.”
Another person said: “Thank you!! Just tried this and it worked!”