A clogged or smelly drain can make life pretty miserable. Most people immediately reach for harsh chemicals that work, but can damage the pipes and the environment. The good news? There’s an easy and eco-friendly way to bring your sink back to life – and you only need a few common ingredients that you probably have at home.

What you’ll need
2 tablespoons of baking soda
100 ml of white vinegar
1 tablespoon of salt
100 ml of dishwashing detergent
Step-by-step instructions
Baking soda in action – Pour baking soda directly into the drain. Its tiny particles will reach deep into the pipes and help loosen deposits.

Prepare the mixture – In a bowl, mix the salt, vinegar and dish soap until well combined.
Pour into the drain – Pour the mixture onto the baking soda. A fizzing reaction will begin to occur, dissolving grease and loosening dirt.
Leave to work – Ideally for 20-30 minutes. The longer the mixture works, the better the result.
Flush with hot water – Fill the sink with hot water and then drain it quickly. The pressure of the water, combined with the cleaning mixture, will perfectly wash away any remaining dirt.
Why does it work?

Baking soda cleans and neutralizes odors.
Vinegar dissolves grease and limescale.
Salt acts as a gentle abrasive.
Dish soap removes grease and leaves a fresh scent.
Together, these four ingredients create an effective but gentle cleaner that won’t harm your pipes or the environment.

Extra Tips
Use once a week to prevent clogs.
For an extra fresh scent, you can add a few drops of lemon juice to the mixture.
Be careful not to get the mixture in your eyes, and keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
👉 This trick is quick, cheap, and effective. Your drains will be clean, odorless, and shiny—without expensive, harsh chemicals