Clogging of sewer pipes is a problematic situation that often occurs in many apartments. Pipes can get clogged both in the kitchen and in the bathrooms. Paper, hair, waste, garbage after cleaning the apartment constantly get into the pipes of the bathrooms. The sewage system in the kitchen is mainly clogged with fatty waste after washing dishes, pouring oil residues into the sink after cooking. A sticky film forms on the walls of the pipes, the thickness of which increases over time, the gap in the pipes decreases and gradually clogs up. In addition, small particles of food waste adhere to the sticky surface, which, during the decomposition process, create a suitable environment for the growth of bacteria. An unpleasant odor begins to emerge from the drain hole.
To prevent this from happening, the pipes must be cleaned in a timely manner. Special means for cleaning sewer pipes will help with this.
Pothan
The cleanser contains:
- caustic sodium (alkali);
- surfactants;
- disinfection additives.
Pothan is produced in granules. Effectively dissolves grease, hair, rust, limescale and other small blockages. The maximum concentration of active ingredients does not exceed the permissible norm. The reaction lasts from 3 to 15 minutes.
When using the product, the following rules must be observed:
- do not turn on the water before use, wait until the water level is below the drain hole;
- Pour 100 g of granulated product into the drain;
- let stand for 3 minutes and rinse the drain with 1 liter of hot water.
Pothan must be used with caution, if the product gets on the skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
The disadvantage of the product is that it is not advisable to use it for corrugated plastic pipes, since if the product is deposited in the folds of the corrugation, the pipe may be damaged.
Chirton
The active ingredient of the product is caustic alkali, which allows you to quickly and effectively dissolve debris and organic matter in the sewer pipes. The product also contains sodium nitrate and aluminum granules. The combination of these components allows the preparation to perfectly cope with grease film, rust and dirt in pipes, and eliminates unpleasant odors.
Before using "clean gutters" the drain hole must be dried. Then carefully pour the product into the drain. Pour a glass of cold water immediately. Let sit for 15 minutes and rinse the drain hole with plenty of water.
The tool is applicable for all types of plastic pipes. Chirton cleans the gutter even from old dirt.
The cleaning agent is also recommended for preventing blockages.
The downside is that when the granules come into contact with water, a reaction occurs, as a result of which a very corrosive gas is released. Therefore, you need to ventilate the room. If the granules come into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately rinse the skin area with plenty of water to prevent burns.
Deboucher
The product is a concentrated reddish alkaline liquid. The composition includes two alkalis at once - potassium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide, also chlorine, active additives. The listed compounds significantly accelerate the chemical reaction, the rate of resorption of deposits increases.
The cleaning agent is poured into the drain and left for 1 hour, if the composition is used for prophylaxis, the cleaning time can be shortened.
It is not allowed to mix this preparation with other cleansers or with whiteness, soda. When the product gets into the drain, an exothermic reaction is obtained, so you need to make sure that the foam does not get on your hands or eyes.
The disadvantage of the drug is that for cleaning metal, in particular aluminum pipes, this tool is contraindicated, due to the high content of chlorine. Another disadvantage of the "Deboucher" gel is the low efficiency of its consumption: one filling will have to spend at least half a liter of funds.
Selena
Selena Antizasor is the most budgetary granular agent, in terms of effectiveness it is not inferior to expensive drugs. The main active ingredient is soda ash. The product is a transparent white granules, the mixture is not very caustic. The bag is completely poured into the drain hole and filled with a glass of hot water. Can be used both for cleaning pipes in the kitchen and in the bathroom. When applied, there is no strong odor.
Mole
The mole is available in three types:
- translucent brown liquid;
- granulated;
- gel
The chemical composition of the product:
- caustic sodium;
- 4-basic carboxylic acid;
- surfactants;
- distilled water.
The mole softens garbage blockages, even dissolves some. But substances such as:
- vegetable or animal fats;
- proteins;
- collagen fibers such as hair, fish scales, animal hair.
The release form of the Mole product is diverse: from disposable sachets weighing 250 g of granules or gel, liter bottles of liquid or bags with powder weighing 1 kg to 5.5 liters of concentrated substance.
To clean the pipes, you need to take a disposable sachet or 250 g from a kilogram package, pour it into the drain hole and fill it with a glass of water. After 2 hours, turn on the water for 5 minutes.
The tool is also used to prevent blockages.
The disadvantage of "Mole" in the slow speed of action and the impossibility of frequent use in order to avoid damage to pipes.
Sanox
- sodium hydroxide;
- nonionic surfactants;
- amphoteric surfactant.
Sanox removes blockages, dissolves hair, food and neutralizes unpleasant odors. Besides, it has a low price. It does not contain chlorine and acids. This allows it to be used for all types of pipes. The bottle with the solution is closed with a special lid to protect the children (“press - open”).
But the drug also has disadvantages: with very strong blockages, Sanox is not effective. Since the composition contains caustic alkali, safety precautions must be observed. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If the drug accidentally spills past the drain, it must be washed off with plenty of water. Hands must be in rubber gloves.
Mister Muscle
The composition of Mister Muscle includes: sodium hydroxide, surfactants and disinfectants.
The preparation in the form of foam is more often used to clean the walls of the drain holes, and in the form of a gel - to dissolve debris.
To clean the drain, the sachet is poured or poured into a pre-dried hole and slowly poured into a glass of warm water. After half an hour, the drain is rinsed with running water. For prophylaxis, the procedure is repeated once a month.
The advantage of the product is its affordable price, economy (1 sachet is enough for 2 applications) and ease of use.
The downside to Mister Muscle is that it is only effective for light impurities.
Flop
The tool effectively cleans sinks, baths, sewers from grease, hair, organic matter. It is used for cleaning plastic pipes and does not damage corrugated pipes. Neutralizes unpleasant odors by killing germs.
The flup is produced in two types - in green and red packages weighing 60 g each. The product in the green package is poured with cold water, and in the red one - with hot water. The product is not recommended for cleaning toilets.
The powder is poured directly into the drain and filled with water for 15 minutes. Then washed with running water. If the water does not pass well, the procedure can be repeated.
When cleaning the drain, do not inhale poisonous vapors. The room needs to be ventilated.
Flup's advantage is its high efficiency at a relatively low price.
The disadvantage is poisonous fumes, and in some cases, with frequent use, it corrodes plastic siphons.
Nornik
20 g of the product is poured into the drain, 2 glasses of hot water are poured and kept for 10 minutes. Then it is washed with a high pressure of water.
Not recommended for use on aluminum.
Output
Of all the above means, fatty deposits are best broken down by drugs: Pothan, Chirton, Deboucher, Selena, Flup and Nornik.
When choosing the best pipe cleaner, you need to take into account their strength of action. To remove heavy deposits, it is better to purchase Porkhan, Nornik or Flup. But Flup's price is much lower, which allows him to be preferred. The price of Pothan is higher than similar cleansers (from $ 5 to $ 8), but the package is enough for several times, so its purchase will be profitable. The price of the Nornik product is small, besides, it copes well with body fat. All drugs are easy to use, so the choice of which means to give preference is left to the buyer.
