A recent TikTok trend has revealed an incredibly easy and quick way to unclog your sink, saving you time and money. It works on the same principle as unclogging a toilet, but not many of us would have thought of it.
Specifically, a user with the nickname “ouisaucy” posted a short clip, just a minute and a half long, that garnered 280,000 views, thousands of likes, and hundreds of comments. Many people thanked him for the helpful video, as it allowed them to fix the issue without calling a plumber.
The man used his hand as a piston, pumping the drain several times.
In the video, we see a clogged kitchen sink. Even after the man removes the drain cover, the water still doesn’t drain. He then places his hand over the drain and pumps it up and down rapidly, mimicking a piston. This creates water pressure that helps dislodge the clog.
The man continued to pump the drain a few more times.
Initially, there seems to be little improvement, but with continued pumping, the water pressure increases and the clog is cleared. The sink is soon back to normal.
The sink was unclogged after a few simple steps.
The comments on the video were overwhelmingly positive.
“I can’t express how grateful I am for this tip! It works!” one person wrote. “I stood there for half an hour, trying to figure out what to do, and then I tried this a few times, and the sink was unblocked,” said another.
The user shared a tip for unclogging the sink, which can be done with just a few simple steps.
Jennifer Shaw, an expert on household plumbing, confirmed that this is an effective way to unclog a sink. “This is actually a very useful way to deal with small clogs. Essentially, your hand acts as a piston and will dislodge small pieces that may be stuck in the pipe,” she said.
“In most cases, this method will work, but if you’re still having issues, using a drain unclogger or calling a professional may be your only option,” Jennifer advised.
Another way to unclog a sink is to mix 1/3 cup of vinegar with 1/3 cup of baking soda. When it starts to fizz, quickly pour it down the drain. This will usually do the trick.
It’s also important to note that you can reduce the risk of a clogged sink by following these rules:
– Always use a drain cover or a fine-mesh strainer to catch food scraps.
– Don’t pour grease or oil down the sink, as they can solidify and cling to the pipes, eventually causing a blockage.
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