Occasionally the linkage is out of adjustment and the stopper doesn t open far enough from its seat to allow a good flow.
Clean out bathtub drain.
The heat will help break up the debris.
A two foot long flexible rod with tiny bristles on the end known as a drain stick is used to remove any additional gunk from the drain.
If the drain has an internal stopper simply unscrew the overflow plate and pull the linkage and stopper up and out.
This video will show you a quick and easy w.
Using chemical drain cleaners 1.
Read the instructions on the back of the cleaner.
Deodorizing your bathtub drain.
Next we will cover how to replace a bathtub drain.
Tubs have different types of drain stoppers.
These are the manufacturer s instructions and all drain cleaners.
Feed a drain snake down the overflow hole.
Remove any standing.
Tighten the thumbscrew to lock the snake in place then crank the handle and push the snake down the drain.
Remove your drain stopper.
You may also want to plunge the drain a few times to further loosen any blockages.
How to clean a drain with vinegar and baking soda.
About once or twice a year my bathtub drain gets clogged up with hair and debris and starts draining very slowly.
Next pull the drain assembly out of the overflow pipe.
Open your drain stopper.
Hit the switch on your tub or unscrew the.
Some of the old seal may remain so remove any residue with a plastic putty knife.
Buy a chemical drain cleaner from the store.
Clean any hair and debris from the drain bail.
Clean the drain opening with a sponge and either a bathroom cleaner or a 50 50 blend of vinegar and baking soda.
To clean tough residue from a bathroom sink drain using natural ingredients start by pouring a half gallon of boiling water in the drain.
Use pliers if necessary to pull the plate linkage rods and stopper out from behind the tub.
Flushing the drain with boiling water.
Chemical drain cleaners unclog drains with chemicals such as potassium.
Start by removing the screws on the drain s overflow escutcheon plate.