How to Unclog a Drain Naturally

Some of the biggest annoyances in modern life are sometimes caused by the smallest of things. Take a clogged drain for example. It can bring a busy household to it's knees both in daily life and financially. Often people just call a plumber thinking there is no other way when in reality the answer to a nasty clog is as close as your kitchen cabinets. Read on to learn how to unclog a drain naturally.

Things You'll Need

• Clogged drain
• Vinegar (any can work but white is best)
• Salt
• Baking soda
• Boiling water
• Something to boil the water in
• Gloves

Instructions

1. Place some water in pot or teakettle and put it on to boil while you continue the other instructions. A tea kettle if you have one is best because it has a pourable spout.

2. Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda into the clogged drain. If water is preventing from going into the drain, try to at least get it in the water centered above the drain. In addition to working with the salt and vinegar on the clog, baking soda will help eliminate odor.

3. Pour 1/4 cup of vinegar in on top of the baking soda. Any vinegar can work but white vinegar usually works the best.

4. Add 1/2 cup of salt on top of the vinegar. The salt and vinegar combined like this start to break down the clog. Most clogs consist of hair if it's in the shower. If it's in the kitchen sink then it's usually caused by food and grease. The vinegar and salt start breaking down all these materials.

5. Let sit for 15 minutes. By pouring the ingredients in the order listed, it will cause them to react or gurgle while working on the clog.

6. Put on your gloves. Pour the boiled water in after the 15 minutes are up. For an extra tough clog repeat all the steps until the clog clears.

Tips & Warnings

• For large drains double the amounts of baking soda, vinegar and salt used.

• When pouring the hot water lean back to keep the steam and heat away from your face.

• Use the gloves to protect your hands.