There are few things more frustrating than finishing a relaxing bath only to realize the water is going nowhere. A slow-draining or blocked bathtub is one of the most common household nuisances, but understanding the cause is the first step to fixing it.
For about $5 at any hardware store, you can buy a drain snake (often called a Zip-It). Insert it into the drain, push it down until it stops, and pull it back up. The barbs will pull out hair clumps you didn't even know were there.
Often, the clog isn't deep in the pipes; it's right at the top. Remove your stopper (most screw or pull right out) and clear away any visible hair or gunk caught in the crosshairs of the drain.
The number one cause of bathroom clogs. Long hair binds with soap scum to create a net-like barrier. bath not draining
Prevention is easier than the cure. Install a simple mesh hair catcher over your drain to catch debris before it becomes a problem.
Bottle caps, razor plastic guards, or children’s toys frequently find their way into the drain. Step 1: Check the Stopper and Strainer
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Plunging a bathtub is different from plunging a toilet. You need to create a vacuum, which is tricky because of the (the metal plate higher up on the tub wall).
Skip the harsh chemicals that eat away at your pipes. Pour ½ cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by ½ cup of white vinegar. Cover the drain with a wet rag for 15 minutes to let the fizzing action break up the sludge. Follow with a kettle of hot water.
Over time, fatty acids in soap react with minerals in water to create a hard, waxy buildup on pipe walls. There are few things more frustrating than finishing
If the drain is still slow, the hair is likely just past the opening. A plastic drain-cleaning tool (often called a "zip-it") is a flexible wand with barbs. Insert the tool as far as it will go. Wiggle it slightly and pull it back up. Repeat until no more hair comes out.
Cover the overflow opening with a wet rag or duct tape. If air can get in there, you won't get enough suction.