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A Bad Smell from a Sink Drain by Vicky Smith
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A Bad Smell from a Sink Drain |
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Bad smells coming from a sink or shower drain are not uncommon. Drains are breeding grounds for bacteria that can emit a foul odor. kitchen sinks in particular often are the worst offenders with all the bits of food that end up clinging to the sides of the drain. Keep your drain odor-free by giving it good deep-cleaning every few weeks. Causes The two primary causes of foul odors in sink drains are bacteria and rotten food or gunk, which may consist of trapped hair, soap and dirt. Bacteria often accumulate in areas where the pipe bends or in pipes that aren't used often, such as the pipe that serves the overflow area in a shower room sink. The smell it gives off is similar to rotten eggs and is quite unpleasant. Rotting food and gunk emit an equally unpleasant odor, but it is more organic. Other, less common causes are a sewer backup or too many sulfates in the water, which can happen if you have a well. Have the water tested immediately if you suspect the odor arises from one of these problems, as the solutions to both will require calling a professional. Bacterial Odors Liquid bleach kills bacteria on contact and will eliminate the accompanying odor. Wear some gloves to protect your hands and open nearby windows, as bleach has a strong odor. Then, simply pour the bleach down the drain, whether it's a shower, kitchen or overflow drain. You may have to repeat this when you smell the odor again, as it is not a permanent solution. Gunk Odors Accumulated gunk must be cleaned away to get rid of the odor. Mix up a solution that will eat away at the slime and freshen your drain at the same time. Place 1 cup of vinegar in a saucepan on medium heat on the stove. Pour 1/4 cup salt into a bowl, and add 1/2 cup baking soda. Stir the dry ingredients together, and then pour the mixture down the drain. Follow it up immediately with the warm vinegar. When the vinegar hits the baking soda, the ensuing reaction will form bubbles that will eat away at slime and gunk trapped in your sink. Leave it alone for 15 minutes, and then rinse with hot water straight from the tap. Tips and Tricks Keep bits of food particles, hair and dirt to a minimum by installing a fine-mesh cover over your drain. This will catch the debris before it can rot in the drain. Empty the cover periodically or else the gunk will simply rot in the cover instead of the drain. Finally, let me have a short conclusion. As an eminent business E-platform of promoting stone industry, we have has been continuously merging all kinds of resources together, in which regard not only has it realized the strategic combination of Stones Yellow Pages and overseas famous stone magazines, but also its good cooperation with overseas stone associations and organizations. If you are interested in us and want to consult us freely, you can also see fountain or become a loyal follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb
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