How to Clean a Smelly Sink Drain
It's easy to take your kitchen sink for granted. After all, it typically handles whatever grimy mess you send its way without complaints. But, when it rebels by sending you a delightful aroma better suited for the sewer, you had better take notice. Without quick action, particularly in warm weather, your entire home may soon smell like something from the dark lagoon. Fortunately, there are simple ways you can freshen your sink drain and return your home to its usual clean scent. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Pour 1/2 cup of baking soda down the drain. Allow it to sit for 10 minutes and flush with hot water. Baking soda cleans and deodorizes smelly surfaces and removes offensive odors.
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Use 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to freshen the smelly drain. Vinegar cuts odors and leaves the sink smelling fresh, once its odor dissipates.
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Mix 1/4 cup of lemon juice with 2 cups of water. Pour the mixture down the drain and allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before using the sink. Lemon cuts odors and leaves a refreshing citrusy scent.
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Tips & Warnings
For best results, treat all sink drains at the same time.
Clean drains once a week to keep them smelling fresh.
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