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A clogged toilet is a pretty unpleasant situation, especially if you don’t have a plunger handy. However, don’t rush to call a plumber or go to the store for expensive chemicals. There are a few tricks that will help you deal with a clog even without a special tool. Let’s get started!
The first and most common method is to use plain hot water. But don’t overdo it with the temperature, as too hot liquid can damage the enamel and the toilet as a whole. So, pour hot water into a bucket and carefully pour it into the hole. This “trick” creates pressure that can dislodge the clog. For a better effect, you can add baking soda and a little dishwashing liquid.
You can also use baking soda and vinegar. Pour half a cup of baking soda into a dry toilet bowl and pour the same amount of vinegar on top. The reaction between these components will create a “crazy” foam that will help soften and dissolve the clog in one or two steps. All you need to do is leave the mixture for 15-20 minutes, and then press the flush button.
Another effective method is to use a plastic bottle. Take a regular 1,5-2 liter plastic bottle, cut off the bottom and leave the lid closed. Insert the cut end of the bottle into the toilet drain and press down sharply on the bottle. The water inside the bottle will create pressure that will help unclog the clog. This method works on the principle of a plunger.
All these methods are not only easy to perform, which every housewife can handle, but also budget-friendly, because they do not require the purchase of special tools or the call of a master. And you will not even need the help of your husband. Now, even in such a “spicy” situation, you will know how to quickly solve the problem using improvised means. We wish you success!
