In the dishwasher, it can contain various types of waste such as spoiled vegetables and food scraps. Over time, this can cause clogging. If you simply pour water into it, it will only add to the trouble. Hot water also doesn’t solve this problem completely. Don’t worry, there are ways to unclog it without spending a dime.
Method 1: Rice water, baking soda, and expanding salt
Why use rice water? Many people hesitate because rice water itself has a strong cleaning and cleansing ability, but when combined with baking soda, the effectiveness is even better. We just need to prepare some rice water in a bowl and then add enough baking soda to dissolve the mixture. Pour it into the clogged drain and wait for 10 minutes.
Method 2: Use lye
Why use lye? Because it has a very strong reducing ability, so when poured into the drain, it can corrode the accumulated residues inside.
First, you need to prepare a suitable amount of lye, put it in a basin, and then add some hot water. The water temperature should be around 60 degrees. After the lye is completely dissolved in the water, you can slowly pour this solution into the drain and wait for 20 minutes to see the effectiveness.
You should pay special attention to:
As mentioned above, lye has a high corrosive property, so when using it, you should wear gloves to avoid injury. In addition, if you have young children in the family, it is best not to use it to avoid unnecessary risks.
Method 3: Use laundry detergents
Laundry detergent also has a strong cleaning ability and can dissolve oil stains. If your drain is clogged with grease, you can add some laundry detergent and then mix it with 3 cups of hot water. If not, you can add a little vinegar instead.
Method 4: Use a rounded wooden stick
Find a rounded wooden stick that is smaller than the drain pipe, thread it in, preferably tie a cloth to the stick to avoid damaging the pipe. Then pour some water in and continue twisting the stick up and down. The hidden waste in the drain will be cleared. This method is a popular trick used by many people.
According to Nhịp Sống Việt