How To Remove The Clog: Materials and Products Needed
A pair of old tweezers, old toothbrushes, or even old small scissors are all good devices in order to carefully lift long hairs out from the drain, or whatever may be causing the clog.
Ends of disposable razors, hair bands, tops of shampoo bottles, hair clips and bobby pins are often common offenders, and can possibly be removed while carefully lifting with the scissors and the tweezers (it isn't a pretty sight!)
After you have attempted to remove the clog, try running hot water down the drain, and see if it goes down quickly. If it is still too slow, and collecting in the tub, try this: Put a half-cup of baking soda in the drain, then pour a half-cup of vinegar immediately afterwards. Then rinse with water.
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There are many chemical products today out on the market that can easily assist you in removing the clog, such as Drano or LiquidPlumr for example. Just don't use vinegar and then use the chemical product! The Plunger: Your New Best Friend! Not only does the plunger work for toilets, but it may also work for bathtubs as well. First, make sure that there is a firm seal around the drain opening. Then, coat the rim of the plunger with petroleum jelly. Next, pour water into the shower enclosure to cover the lip of the rubber cup on the plunger. Make sure the cup is securely fitted over the drain opening. Lastly, move the plunger in an up-and- down motion quickly, loosening the clog as you go.