| Myth | Reality | |------|---------| | It clears tough clogs | False. It cannot dissolve hair, solid grease, or mineral scale. For a fully blocked sink, this will fail. | | The fizz scrubs pipe walls | Partially false. Bubbles only contact surfaces briefly; they lack abrasive force. | | More is better | False. Excess baking soda neutralizes the vinegar; a 1:2 ratio (soda to vinegar) is ideal. | | It replaces a plumber | False. Chronic slow drains require mechanical cleaning (snake, zip-it tool) or enzymatic cleaners. |
Add the Vinegar: Pour half a cup of distilled white vinegar down the drain. You will immediately hear and see the fizzing reaction. baking soda and vinegar in sink
Add the Baking Soda: Pour about half a cup of dry baking soda directly into the drain opening. | Myth | Reality | |------|---------| | It