We’ve reached the classic finale of viral internet home hacks! 🧂🚽

Despite the sensational name, a mixture of coarse salt and baking soda (sometimes with vinegar) is actually a proven and effective method for cleaning your home.

What exactly happens?

Disinfects and deodorizes: Coarse salt acts as a natural abrasive and dehydrating agent, killing bacteria and neutralizing unpleasant odors in the drain.

Removes limescale: In areas with hard water, the combination of salt and baking soda dissolves yellowish or brown deposits without damaging the ceramics.

Prevents minor blockages: Helps dissolve grease and organic matter in pipes before they become a bigger problem.

The most frequently mentioned “recipe” in these articles:

Mix 100g of coarse salt with 100g of baking soda.

Application: Pour the mixture into the toilet bowl (and around the rim) before going to bed.

Soaking time: Leave overnight so that the salt and baking soda kill bacteria and loosen the deposits.

Final step: In the morning, pour hot (not boiling, to prevent cracking the ceramic) water and flush.

Warning: While salt helps with everyday cleaning, it will not remove stubborn blockages caused by foreign objects or deep-seated deposits in the pipes.