How To Clean The Sink Drain With Baking Soda

Who needs harsh chemical cleaners when you can clean your drains naturally? Baking soda is a time-tested workhorse in the cleaning cupboard that can tackle just about every room in your house, including the kitchen sink. And because it's non-toxic and gentle on plumbing, baking soda gets rid of clogs without damaging your pipes.

If your kitchen sink is starting to drain slowly, don't reach for the chemical drain cleaner just yet. Instead, try this simple baking soda method to clear the clog and freshen the drain naturally.

What You'll Need:

1 cup baking soda
1/2 cup white vinegar
Hot water
Funnel (optional)

Step 1: Pour Baking Soda Down The Drain

Start by pouring 1 cup of baking soda down the clogged drain. You may want to use a funnel to help guide the baking soda down the drain. The baking soda will start to foam when it hits the water, so don't be alarmed. The foaming action is what helps to break up the clog.

Step 2: Add Vinegar to The Drain

Next, slowly pour 1/2 cup of white vinegar down the drain. The vinegar will react with the baking soda and create a fizzing action. This fizzing action will help to loosen the clog.

Step 3: Let It Sit

Allow the baking soda and vinegar solution to sit in the drain for at least 15 minutes. This will give the solution time to work its way through the clog and break it up.

Step 4: Flush With Hot Water

After 15 minutes, flush the drain with hot water. The hot water will help to dissolve the baking soda and vinegar solution and clear the clog.

Step 5: Repeat If Necessary

If the clog is particularly stubborn, you may need to repeat the process. Repeat steps 1-4 until the clog is clear.

Tips

For best results, use hot water when flushing the drain.
If you don't have white vinegar on hand, you can use apple cider vinegar instead.
If the clog is very large, you may need to use a drain snake to remove it.

Using baking soda to clean your sink drain is a safe and effective way to clear clogs and freshen the drain and get rid of bad odors. This method is also gentle on your plumbing, unlike harsh chemical cleaners so you can use it as often as needed.