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Subject Topic: Blocked sink help please Post Reply Post New Topic
22/3/2010 at 7:42pm
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Any idea the best way to unblock a bathroom sink? Wasn't sure if mr muscle type stuff was too harsh?

Thanks, David



22/3/2010 at 8:20pm
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If it is a caravan (plastic sink) don't use this as it may damage the sink. Have a look under the sink, you may be able to remove the flexible pipe and clean it.

Mike


22/3/2010 at 8:54pm
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you could try placing a large towel over the sink and back flushing with a water hose.not to strong as it will push fittings off.

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22/3/2010 at 9:18pm
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boiling water down the hole,

mike



23/3/2010 at 12:18am
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A few capsful of Biological washpowder liquid and boiling water works quite well, pour it via the sink and let it soak its way though overnight, the enzimes in it will digest any fats and food particles that may be trapped and causing the blockage.

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23/3/2010 at 7:36am
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Hi david,

  It might help people help you if you could tell us the model & year of your caravan as i googled your van but there are several different model numbers after the abi sprinter name & several different bathroom sinks or could you post a picture on forum or in your profile pics

   cheers eddy & co



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23/3/2010 at 4:41pm
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I back flushed with a hose, it work great, clear as a bell, till I looked in the washroom & found a load of smelly grey stuff all up the walls. It took me a lot longer to clean the walls than to clear the pipe. So take care.


23/3/2010 at 4:58pm
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Quote: Originally posted by lesjane on 23/3/2010
I back flushed with a hose, it work great, clear as a bell, till I looked in the washroom & found a load of smelly grey stuff all up the walls. It took me a lot longer to clean the walls than to clear the pipe. So take care.
that is why i suggested a large towel in the sink.hair is the main problem with bathroom sinks,even more so if a hair clip has gone down.these stick and collect hair to a point of blocking the pipe..

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28/3/2010 at 9:47am
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A large length of curtain wire pushed up and down might clear the blockage, then use Bicarb of soda in hottish water (just off the boil is best) to flush through.

forgot to add: Use about one tablespoons of Bicarb to each pint of water.

Post last edited on 28/03/2010 20:21:20


29/3/2010 at 5:31pm
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I always carry a smaller plumber's plunger with me because when the water is running slowly a couple of pumps with it makes it work faster and keeps it clear.

Have you tried one on a your blocked sink it usually works



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