Clogging of sewer pipes is a problematic situation that often occurs in many apartments. Pipes can clog both in the kitchen and in the bathrooms. Paper, hair, waste, garbage after cleaning the apartment constantly get into the pipes of the bathrooms. Sewerage in the kitchen is mainly clogged with fatty waste after washing dishes, draining the remaining oil after cooking in a sink. A sticky film forms on the walls of the pipes, the thickness of which increases over time, the clearance in the pipes decreases and gradually becomes clogged. In addition, small particles of food waste adhere to the sticky surface, which in the process of decay creates a suitable environment for the growth of bacteria. An unpleasant odor begins to stand out from the drain hole.
To prevent this from happening, pipes must be cleaned in a timely manner. This will help special means for cleaning sewer pipes.
Pothan
The Israeli product “Baghi Pothan” is a potent alkaline product designed to clean thick-walled sewer plastic pipes. After cleaning the plastic pipes, it is recommended to rinse the plastic pipes immediately with running water.
The composition of the cleaning agent includes:
- sodium hydroxide (alkali);
- surfactants;
- disinfecting additives.
The drug Pothan is available in granules. Effectively dissolves grease, hair, rust, limescale and other small blockages. The maximum concentration of active substances 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 include water before use, wait until the water level is below the drain hole;
- Pour 100 g of granular product into the drain;
- hold for 3 minutes and rinse with 1 liter of hot water.
Pothan should be used with caution, if the product has come into contact with the skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
The disadvantage of the tool 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
Pure drains pipe cleaner Chiston (Greece) is also an alkaline product. Available in gel, liquid and granular form.
The active component of the product - caustic alkali, allows you to quickly and efficiently dissolve garbage and organics in sewer pipes. Also, the composition of the product includes sodium nitrate and aluminum granules. The combination of these components allows the drug to perfectly cope with the grease film, rust and dirt in the pipes, eliminates unpleasant odors.
Before using the "clean drains" you need to dry the drain hole. Then gently pour the product into the drain. Pour a glass of cold water immediately. Soak 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 drain even from old pollution.
A cleaning agent is also recommended for the prevention of blockages.
The downside is that when the granules come into contact with water, a reaction occurs, which produces very corrosive gas. Therefore, it is necessary to ventilate the room. If granules come in contact with the skin or eyes, immediately rinse the skin with a large amount of water to prevent burns.
Deboucher
Heavy duty liquid preparation for cleaning sewer pipes. It is used for cleaning in pipelines made of gray PVC, polypropylene and metal. It fights against organic, greasy, soap and lime deposits, paper debris, cigarette butts, hair and wool.
The tool is an alkaline concentrated liquid of a reddish tint. The composition includes two alkalis at once - potassium hydroxide and sodium hydroxide, also chlorine, active additives. These 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 you use the composition for prevention purposes - the cleaning time can be reduced.
It is not allowed to mix this drug with other cleaning agents or with whiteness, soda. If the product enters 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 cost-effectiveness of its consumption: at least half a liter of money will have to be spent on one filling.
Selene
Selena Antizasor is the most budgetary granular product, 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. It can be used both for cleaning pipes in the kitchen, and in the bathroom. When applied, there is no sharp odor.
Mole
Mole is a domestic alkaline cleaning agent for sewer pipes. It is widely known and popular for many years.
Mole is available in three forms:
- translucent brown liquid;
- granulated;
- gel
The chemical composition of the product:
- sodium hydroxide;
- 4-basic carboxylic acid;
- surfactants;
- distilled water.
The mole softens garbage clogs, even dissolves some. But substances such as:
- fats of vegetable or animal origin;
- proteins
- collagen fibers such as hair, fish scales, animal hair.
The form of release of the Mole means is diverse: from disposable bags weighing 250 g of granules or gel, liter bottles of liquid or packets with a powder weighing 1 kg to 5.5 liters of concentrated substance.
To clean the pipes, you need to take a disposable bag or 250 g from a kilogram package, pour it into the drain hole and pour a glass of water. After 2 hours, turn on the water for 5 minutes.
The tool is also used to prevent blockages.
The lack of "Mole" in the slow speed of action and the impossibility of frequent use to avoid damage to the pipes.
Sanox
Sanox Clean Stock, a blockage remedy, is produced by Aist Closed Joint-Stock Company. This is an alkaline product, which includes:
- sodium hydroxide;
- nonionic surfactants;
- amphoteric surfactant.
Sanox eliminates blockages, dissolves hair, foods and neutralizes unpleasant odors. In addition, it has a low price. It does not include chlorine and acids. This allows you to use it for all types of pipes. The solution bottle is closed with a special cap to protect children (“pressed - opened”).
But the drug also has drawbacks: with very strong blockages, Sanox is not effective. Since there is caustic alkali in the composition, safety precautions must be observed. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. If the drug accidentally spilled past the drain, it must be washed off with plenty of water. Hands should be in rubber gloves.
Mister Muscle
Mr. Muscle is the most common tool for cleaning sewer pipes. It is made in the form of a gel or foam that dissolves food debris and hair in pipes. The tool eliminates the unpleasant odor from the drain, as it destroys the bacteria in the sewer. It is applied to all types of pipes.
Mr. Muscle contains: sodium hydroxide, surfactants and disinfectants.
The preparation in the form of foam is often used to clean the walls of drain holes, and in the form of a gel to dissolve garbage.
To clean the drain, a sachet of the product is poured or poured into a pre-dried hole and slowly filled with a glass of warm water. After half an hour, the drain is washed with running water. For prevention, the procedure is repeated 1 time per month.
The advantage of the product is its affordable price, cost-effectiveness (1 sachet is enough for 2 applications) and ease of use.
Mr. Muscle's disadvantage is that it is effective only for light pollution.
Flup
Flop is a well-known universal tool for cleaning sewer pipes. The main active ingredients of the drug: sodium hydroxide, sodium nitrate.
The tool effectively cleans sink drains, bathtubs, sewers from grease, hair, and organics. It is used to clean plastic pipes and does not damage corrugated pipes. It neutralizes unpleasant odors, destroying microbes.
Floop is produced in two types - in green and red packaging weighing 60 g. The product in green packaging is filled with cold water, and in red - hot. The tool is not recommended for cleaning toilets.
The powder is poured directly into the drain and poured with water for 15 minutes. Then washed with running water. If water does not pass well, the procedure can be repeated.
When cleaning the drain, do not inhale toxic fumes. The room needs to be aired.
The advantage of Floop is high efficiency at a relatively low price.
The disadvantage is toxic fumes, and in some cases with frequent use, plastic siphons corrode.
Nornik
The tool Nornik for cleaning pipes is available in granules. It removes all types of sediment in drains, penetrates into inaccessible places even in the presence of water. It is applied to all types of sewer pipelines. Dissolves fat, destroys unpleasant odors and bacteria.
20 g of the product are poured into the drain, 2 cups of hot water are poured and aged for 10 minutes. Then it is washed with a large pressure of water.
Not recommended for use on aluminum.
Conclusion
Of all the above funds, body fat is best broken down by drugs: Pothan, Chirton, Deboucher, Selena, Flup and Nornik.
When choosing the best tool for cleaning pipes, you need to consider their strength. To eliminate heavy deposits, it is better to purchase Porkhan, Nornik or Flup. But the price of Floop is much lower, which allows him to be preferred. The price of Pothan exceeds the equivalent cleansers (from 5 to 8 dollars), but the packaging is enough for several times, so its purchase will be profitable. The price of Nornik is small, and it also copes with body fat. All drugs are easy to use, so the choice of which tool to give preference remains with the buyer.
