This simple trick involves placing a sheet of absorbent paper (such as paper towels or kitchen towels) over the sink opening, then placing an upside-down glass on top.
This forms a physical barrier that prevents stale air, small dust particles, rising gases or even insects from infiltrating your kitchen.
According to Loïc , a plumber for 18 years in Landes:Glass windowsPaper platesKitchen remodeling
« Before leaving, I always recommend my clients clean their sink thoroughly, treat the drains with hot white vinegar, and cover everything with a simple glass upside down on paper. This prevents 80% of the return-from-vacation problems I see each summer. »
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Steps to follow before leaving: the ritual of the perfect vacationer
Here is the complete method for leaving a clean, healthy and airtight sink:
Clean the sink completely , especially the edges of the drain and the walls.
Pour 2 to 3 liters of hot or boiling white vinegar down the drain. This helps disinfect the pipes and dissolve residue.
Leave to act for a few hours , or even overnight, temporarily blocking the sink with a stopper or a cloth.
The next day, rinse with hot water .
Rub the drain with half a lemon to neutralize odors and add natural fragrance.
Dry the sink thoroughly.
Place a sheet of absorbent paper over the hole.
Turn a glass (or thick plastic) cup upside down over it, so that it completely covers the sink inlet.
There you have it! In just a few minutes, you’ve protected your kitchen from the inconveniences of absence.Kitchen remodeling
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