Read on for some basic guidance as to what should and shouldnt be poured down your homes drains.

Think of non-spirits such as milk, soda, coffee, and juice.

When pouring coffee, check that to not include grounds.

pouring down the drain

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These can actually build up and eventuallyclog the drain.

Dispose of these in the regular trash.

If you’re pouring down harder liquor, dilute it first with some water.

Liquid foods that can be poured down the drain

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These include vinegar, cooking wines, and soy sauce.

If any tiny amounts of grease and oil somehow make their way down the drain, immediately flush it.

Vinegars and soy sauce can be poured down the drain without issue

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These include shampoo, liquid soap, body wash, mouthwash, and toothpaste.

Donotpour related skincare products such as body or hand lotion.

Food items, of course, can alternatively be placed incomposting bins.

Liquid soap and detergent can be poured down the drain

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Environmental, M. L. I.

(2019, August 28).

Effects of pouring chemicals down the drain.

Personal care items that can be poured down the drain

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Retrieved August 8, 2024, from MLI Environmental website: https://mlienvironmental.com/blog/negative-effects-pouring-chemicals-down-drain/

Oils that you should never pour down the drain

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