Have you ever wondered why your kitchen or bathroom sink stinks like rotten eggs yet your cleanliness is top notch?
There is something you are not doing right and this article is going to address that.
The smell might be coming from something as simple as bacteria, dirt and grease buildup in the drainage beneath the sink.
Smelly sinks are often caused by a buildup of food scarps, hair or even grease in the drainage system.
Bleach is not recommended to clear drainage pipes because pouring bleach can harm the integrity of your drains and pipes.
But here is what you can do to rid the system of the clog and bad smell.
Clean your sink at least twice a week
After unclogging your sink, always try to maintain its cleanliness by deep cleaning it at least twice a week. This will leave little room for bacteria to grow and cause bad smell.
Avoid throwing food particles in the sink
Rotting food in your sink’s drain will cause bad smell.
Grease from your food also gets stuck on the sides of the pipes and that combination decomposes and brings back the musty smell into your home.
Always use a paper towel to remove the grease from your utensils before washing them.
Use warm water to rinse your sink
After doing your dishes, pour a few cups of boiling water down the drain followed by three tablespoons of Epsom salt and let it sit for three minutes before rinsing again with hot water.
That should help unclog the drainage.
Use a powerful disinfectant
Pour a powerful disinfectant down the drain before you retire to bed. This leaves little room for bacteria growth.
Use baking soda, salt and vinegar
In this order, pour 1/2 cup of salt, 1/2 cup of baking soda and 1 cup of vinegar into the drain.
Cover the surface to get the bubbles work in the drain.
Pour boiling water and let it sit for 10 minutes before using the sink
Use hot vinegar
Simply boil two cups of vinegar and pour down the drain.
After four minutes, pour a glass of cold water and seal sink and let it sit before adding a cup of boiling water.
