A clogged toilet can be a nightmare come true, especially if there isn't a plunger around. Luckily, it's possible to unclog a toilet with very basic supplies that most people have sitting on a shelf.

A mix of vinegar and baking soda is often touted as being the best all-natural combination when it comes to home cleaning, but there's one specific task professional cleaners warn us not to use it for ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Let's say you're a person who's known for their devotion to extreme cleanliness—especially in the ...

No one likes to talk about it, but truth be told, it happens. Toilets malfunction. They get clogged. Sure, it’s inconvenient, but more than that, downright embarrassing if you’re somewhere other than ...

Baking soda and vinegar can break down mineral deposits that build up in drains and cause blockages. The drains in your home are a workhorse—but over time, they can accumulate food waste, oil, coffee ...

When your toilet is clogged, you may be tempted to keep flushing, but don’t do that. Here’s what to do. A clogged toilet is annoying, but avoid the flush-and-prayer method to flush multiple times, as ...

No one likes to talk about it, but truth be told, it happens. Toilets malfunction. They get clogged. Sure, it’s inconvenient, but more than that, downright embarrassing if you’re somewhere other than ...

There's only one thing more embarrassing we can think of than a clogged toilet: not having a plunger on hand to resolve the issue. When the water levels in your toilet bowl start rise, so does your ...

This simple, non-toxic method helps fight clogged drains and neutralizes odors, according to experts John Keeble/Getty Homeowners should regularly pour two common household items down their sinks, ...

My love of baking soda knows no bounds. I use it everywhere—to keep the pH perfect in my pool, gently scrub away red wine stains on my white countertops, and deodorize my shoes and my pets' beds. But ...

The water in your sink has started to rise... or not drained as fast as usual. Both are signs of a drain clog that you might be wanting to tackle as soon as possible. But before you reach for the ...