A professional cleaner has shared a simple yet effective method to banish 'musty' odours from kitchen sinks using just two common household ingredients. The hack, which aims to prevent smelly sinks that can make the whole kitchen stink, relies on items typically found in most cupboards.
The Cleaning Hack from TikTok
The tip was recommended on TikTok by Jason Cleans (@Jason.cleans), a professional cleaner, content creator, and founder of Enhanced Cleaning. He has built a following of 93,000 on social media, where he regularly shares cleaning hacks. In a recent video, Jason addressed the issue of musty kitchens, stating: 'If you have a clean house but there's a smell you can't seem to get rid of, this may be the culprit. Kitchen sinks are notorious for being the source of musty smells.'
Jason explained that over time, sink drains collect soap scum, food residue, hair, and moisture, creating perfect conditions for mould and bacteria to grow. The resulting odour then rises back into the home. Fortunately, he offered a solution that helps homes smell fresh.
The Two-Ingredient Solution
Jason advised: 'Simply pour some boiling water slowly down the drain. This melts the grease, loosens the soap scum, and softens the buildup.' After that, he recommends tipping half a cup of baking soda down the drain, followed by one cup of white vinegar. Let the mixture fizz for 10 to 15 minutes, then flush with boiling water once more. He suggests repeating this process once a month to maintain a fresher-smelling home.
This method is ideal for homeowners looking for a cheap, quick solution, as baking soda and vinegar are commonly found in kitchens. Alternatively, commercial drain cleaning products are available, such as HG Drain Odour Remover from Amazon, priced at £10.99, which claims to clean and deodorise smelly drains in 30 minutes.
Customer reviews praise the product, with one user noting: 'After using this HG drain odour remover for over six months, it continues to work just as promised. It helps keep my sink and shower drains smelling fresh and clear.' Another added: 'Best product for smelly drains! This really works well and leaves a pleasant smell for weeks!'
