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Unclog Your Sink Naturally: A Step-by-Step Guide Using Baking Soda and Vinegar
#### 3. **Pour in Vinegar**
Next, pour in **1 cup of white vinegar**. You’ll immediately hear fizzing and bubbling — this is the magic happening!
#### 4. **Cover the Drain**
Place a **drain stopper or a wet rag** over the opening to keep the reaction concentrated in the pipe. Let it sit for **15–20 minutes**.
#### 5. **Flush with Boiling Water Again**
Finish by pouring another pot of **boiling water** down the drain to flush away loosened gunk and clear the line.
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### ✅ Tips for Best Results
* **Repeat if needed** for stubborn clogs.
* Avoid using this method immediately after using a commercial drain cleaner — the chemical interaction may be harmful.
* Try doing this **once a month** as a maintenance routine to prevent future blockages.
* Add a few drops of **lemon essential oil** for a clean, citrusy smell after treatment.
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### 🌿 Why This Method Is a Win
* ✅ Non-toxic and safe for kids and pets
* ✅ No damage to pipes
* ✅ Environmentally friendly
* ✅ Inexpensive and always on hand
* ✅ Leaves your drain smelling clean and fresh
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### 🧽 Final Thought
Say goodbye to expensive, chemical-laden drain cleaners and hello to this **natural, effective fix**. Unclogging your sink with **baking soda and vinegar** is not only easy, it’s empowering — because sometimes the simplest solutions are the best ones.
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