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Thanks all, will try the soda crystals :-))

Always use soda crystals.

Used regularly keep your drains and sinks smelling sweet.

I pour and generous amount over the plug hold (no plug in!) and then either pour a kettle of boiling water or run the hot tap until all gone. Then if still not running quickly, just repeat the process.

Just remember NEVER put and fat of any kind down your sink. In fact even loose t.leaves can clog up your drains.

We keep an empty jam jar (with lid) by the sink and use that for fat and when half full wrap in newspaper and throw away in the non recyclables. We keep a couple of jars just for this purpose.

I still use the soda crystals and have passed this tip on to rest of family.

Anyone who has greasy/oil covered overalls - steep in bucket with handful of soda crystals. Then bung in washer.

I still use soda crystals to clean my sink and bathroom drains. I also occasionally use them for generally wiping around - cupboards and suchlike. It's amazing how much dirt and grease they can shift. Sometimes the old methods are much better. :-D

I put some bicarbonate of soda into the plug hole then I add some white vinegar. I leave it for awhile and it leaves the drains smelling clean.

I don't recall them but my mum would use soda crystals doused in boiling water and allowed to soak down the pipes .

Think this may have been to unblock though

Does anyone have their tip for clearing/cleaning kitchen and bathroom sinks and pipes please.
Not blocked just need de gunging. Thanks.