Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Tubs and Disposals - Non toxic cleaners (Plugged Bath Drain)

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coopns
04-27-05, 01:43 PM
Trying to unclog the bathtub, preferring not to use Liq. Plummer et al. I tried vinegor and baking soda but didn't work.

Any other suggestions?

Thanks.

Kobuchi
04-29-05, 07:53 PM
Scalding water melts the fats from soap (the binding agent in bathtub clogs); cool water congeals it. So first of all, bail out the cool water and put hot water in the tub. I don't use boiling because I'm afraid of that opening a bad pipe joint somewhere down the line.

A plunger does work, but only when pressure can't just short-circuit through the overflow. Ask a buddy to cover it with a plastic tub or whatever when you plunge. Same deal for double sinks, BTW.