Stopped Up Tub

Fats in traditional bar soaps solidify inside pipes, creating a sticky coating that traps particles.

A stopped-up tub is one of the most common (and annoying) household headaches. Before you panic and call an expensive plumber, try this step-by-step guide. I finally cleared my stubborn clog last night using this method, and it saved me a ton of money. stopped up tub

Believe it or not, most people plunge their tubs incorrectly. If your tub has an overflow plate (the little circle under the faucet), you need to cover that hole with a wet washcloth or duct tape. If you don't, the pressure you’re creating with the plunger will just shoot out the overflow instead of pushing the clog. Fats in traditional bar soaps solidify inside pipes,