HOW TO PREVENT FUTURE CLOGS STEP 1: Regularly clean the lint trap after each load of laundry to prevent it from accumulating in the drain pipe. Lint is a common cause of washer drain clogs. STEP 2: Place a mesh filter over your drain pipe to catch any lint or debris before it enters ...
we often overlook their need for care. A dirty washer won’t be able to clean our clothes very effectively, and a dryer that hasn’t received some TLC won’t dry efficiently. Plus, just like any other machine, without regular maintenance, ...
The bubbling reaction from the baking soda and vinegar helps to loosen the drain clog, and the boiling water in step 4 helps remove it from your pipes. Baking soda and vinegar can serve as a natural solution to unclog and clean a stinky drain. Ready for the science behind how it works?
Secondly, use an all-purpose cleaner and pre-soak really dirty areas around the washer. Finally, scrub grimy areas where necessary with a cleaning toothbrush (and baking soda, if needed) and wipe everything clean with a cotton cloth. You can also soak your dispensing trays and then wipe cle...
The trap bend is a U-shaped bend. One end connects to the vertical tailpiece that descends from the sink drain, and the other end connecting to the waste arm. The trap bend is designed to be easily removable in order to clear clogs, or it may have a small cleanout plug on the botto...
Remove the nuts that are holding to the drain pipe. Now when you remove this trap from the drain pipe a little dirty water comes ...more How To 03/23/2010 4:46 am Clean a sink drain A clogged drain is not only an unpleasant but seems to happen at the most inconvenient time. ...
I couldn’t tell if it was the water itself or the drain. Thanks for the tip on using the drain plug…I’ll remember that from now on! Reply Anonymous September 12, 2008 at 8:59 pm I use the vinegar first to run through the coffee maker to clean it, then down the drain with ...
How to freshen and clean your garbage disposal with BS/V: Start by running hot water through your garbage disposal for a minute. Pour about 1/4 c. baking soda into the drain. Flip the garbage disposal on for 2 seconds, just to whirl the baking soda inside, and then leave it alone fo...
It may be that your washer is dirty. Here's how to clean a washing machine: Regularly clean the top and door of the washer to prevent the buildup of dirt and detergent. When you wash very linty materials, pull lint from the tub after removing the laundry. Built up lint can keep ...
To clean debris from your sink stopper and strainers, useLiquid-Plumr®Pro-Strength Clog Destroyer Gelas directed to tackle tough sink drain clogs. And, you can use it regularly to help prevent future drain clogs. Keep reading for tips on how to unclog sink drains and help prevent them ...