One of the common issues that families often encounter and have to deal with is a clogged toilet. Recently, a video shared on social media has gained a lot of attention from users. In the video, this family is unclogging their toilet. However, it’s worth noting that the method they use is unclogging the toilet with only 5,000 VND (Vietnamese Dong).
Specifically, this family uses a large adhesive tape, sealing the toilet bowl completely, leaving no gaps. Then, press the flush button once or twice to inflate the large adhesive tape layer. After that, the person pressing it firmly on the surface of the adhesive tape a few times. With the pressure from above and the additional pressure of water to the clogged area, the toilet bowl will be unclogged quickly.
Users use adhesive tape to unclog their toilet. (Video by Long Đinh Văn)
In fact, this method is not unfamiliar. Many families have tried and shared that with cheap adhesive tape rolls, their toilets have been easily unclogged without the need for specialized tools.
Causes of toilet clogs
As mentioned above, a clogged toilet is a common issue in households and almost every family has encountered this problem at least once. There are several different reasons leading to this situation. Here are some common causes as stated by experts or companies specializing in providing solutions.
First and foremost, users have put too much toilet paper in the toilet bowl. Although the drain pipes are relatively large enough to flush waste and toilet paper during usage, when a large amount of toilet paper is flushed at once or for a long time, it will overload the pipes.
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In addition, the quality of toilet paper is also very important. Some types of toilet paper do not guarantee quality, are difficult to dissolve in water, and they will clump together in the drainage pipes, especially in curved areas. Over time, the paper and waste will accumulate and block the toilet bowl.
Secondly, foreign objects may be in the drain pipes. This can happen when, during usage, users accidentally drop something into the toilet bowl that cannot easily flow through the pipes. It is better to discover and remove such objects as soon as possible, otherwise the clogged toilet situation will become even worse.
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Thirdly, the septic tank is full. The septic tank, also known as a cesspool or septic pit, is the place where the daily organic waste of households is stored. Here, the waste will be decomposed by bacteria, turning into sludge, and then drained through the pipes into the environment. Therefore, when the septic tank is full, it means that there is no more space to receive more waste.
A toilet bowl without a ventilation pipe can also cause clogging. This belongs to a technical error during the construction of the toilet, so it is rare and less common.
Methods to unclog a toilet at home
In addition to the method of using adhesive tape to cover the entire surface of the toilet bowl as demonstrated by the user above, there are many other methods that families can perform at home to “save” their clogged toilets.
1. Use hot water
The simplest way to deal with a clogged toilet is to use hot water. According to experts, hot water can soften dirt and effectively unclog the toilet.
At this point, you just need to pour a large amount of hot water, pour it forcefully into the toilet bowl. This method will immediately bring results. However, it only works with less severe clogs.
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2. Use baking soda and vinegar
Vinegar and baking soda are both easy-to-find and environmentally safe ingredients for users. When these two ingredients are combined, an effective drainage mixture will be created.
The steps are as follows:
– Mix baking soda and vinegar in a 1:1 ratio to create a foaming solution.
– Pour the mixture directly into the toilet bowl and close the lid, wait for about 2-3 hours.
– Flush the toilet with water.
Baking soda and vinegar combined will dissolve waste, making it easy to flow with water when you flush the toilet.
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3. Use powders, liquids, or specialized drain tools
Powders, liquids, or specialized tools are the last resort when manual methods cannot improve the situation.
There are many different types on the market, suitable for each case. If your toilet is clogged with food waste or waste, you can easily use powders or liquids. The method is simple, just pour the powder or liquid into the toilet bowl, soak for a few hours, preferably overnight, and then flush with water. For more severe clogs caused by foreign objects, it is advisable to use professional drain tools or seek the assistance of specialized companies.
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Source: Phụ nữ Việt Nam (Vietnamese Women)
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