A simple handful of salt poured down the sink before bed can help keep drains cleaner. This simple and economical old wives' tale is gaining popularity as a way to maintain pipes without using complicated products.
You may have already heard this funny old wives' tale: pouring salt down the sink before going to bed. At first glance, the gesture seems strange… and yet, it could very well become your new cleaning habit.
Between food scraps, grease, and tiny invisible deposits, pipes accumulate over time, which can slow down water flow. Fortunately, a very simple solution can help keep your pipes cleaner… without using complicated products.
Why do pipes get clogged faster than we think?
In the kitchen as in the bathroom, pipes are put to the test every day. Food scraps, soap, hair or traces of grease can gradually accumulate inside.
At first, nothing alarming: the water flows normally. But over time, these accumulations eventually form a sticky layer that slows the flow and can cause unpleasant odors.
As a result, the sink drains more slowly and the pipes require more frequent maintenance. However, before resorting to costly repairs, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep them working properly.
The salt trick: simple, economical and surprisingly effective
