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It wasn’t me – honest, it’s the drains!!
Smelly bathrooms aren’t always caused by your nearest and dearest, sinks, showers and baths can become smelly and is often caused by stuff like hair, nail clippings, and other assorted bodily debris getting stuck in soap and shampoo scum that’s … View moreIt wasn’t me – honest, it’s the drains!!
Smelly bathrooms aren’t always caused by your nearest and dearest, sinks, showers and baths can become smelly and is often caused by stuff like hair, nail clippings, and other assorted bodily debris getting stuck in soap and shampoo scum that’s lining the waste pipe.
So when you notice a whiff coming out of a drain, be it bathroom or kitchen here are a few tips on what you can do about it. As per our environmental policy we try to not use chemicals wherever possible and sorting a smelly drain is an ideal opportunity to show your green credentials.
Bathroom
Flushing - Start by pouring a couple of jugs worth of boiling water down the drain. Wait five minutes and follow with cold water, this will help congeal remaining gunk. Repeat the boiling water flush to remove that last bit of congealed stuff.
Deodorise - Boil four mugs worth of white vinegar. Pour half down the drain, rinse with cold water, follow with the rest of the vinegar. This method is often enough to get through small clogs – often the source of the pong.
Scour - Run hot water for a couple of minutes, turn the water off and then dump a mug of baking soda down the drain, this works to absorb and neutralise odours. Follow up with two cups of hot white vinegar, (Yes, it will FIZZ) Wait ½ hr, and then flush the drain with a jug of boiling water.
Use the above technique every couple of weeks or so and it will help keep your drain from residue build up that can lead to small clogs.
NOTE: A possible cause is a lack of water in the p-trap (that wiggly bit of pipe under the sink) allowing smells to come back up the drain. A p-trap is designed to hold a small amount of water that blocks sewer gases from rising. If it isn’t holding water properly, this may be allowing rising pong. In less frequently used drains try running the water occasionally to refill the p-trap.
Kitchen
Here are a couple of things you can do for your kitchen to help minimize pong.
Ice Cubes - Drop some into the waste disposal they are hard so they will scour the blades when it runs (makes quite a racket!) and the cold temperature helps collect any excess grease.
Citrus Peel - When you’ve finished with that orange/lemon/lime peel shove it down the disposal and let it whizz around until gone. It does give off a nice smell and the citric acid helps remove grease buildup.
Soda & Vinegar - Pour ¼ mug of soda down the kitchen sink and then ¼ mug of white vinegar, let it all sit for 10 minutes. Rinse with a jug of boiling water. This mix works well to break up gunk, improve the smell and flushes away the loose bits and pieces in the pipe.
So for some reason or another, Porirua residents recently came up worst in the country when it comes to believing their city is a great place to live. Just 72 per cent of Porirua people thought it was great in the latest Quality of Life survey.
So what are your favourite things about Porirua? We … View moreSo for some reason or another, Porirua residents recently came up worst in the country when it comes to believing their city is a great place to live. Just 72 per cent of Porirua people thought it was great in the latest Quality of Life survey.
So what are your favourite things about Porirua? We want to know what things you think it does better than others.
Please comment below and remember to write an NFP if you'd rather your thoughts weren't shared in our news article.
Due to a stop work meeting of Tramways Union members on Wednesday 26 September, Metlink bus services will be reduced in Wellington City, Hutt Valley and Porirua between 9am-3pm on that day.
The meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
… View moreDue to a stop work meeting of Tramways Union members on Wednesday 26 September, Metlink bus services will be reduced in Wellington City, Hutt Valley and Porirua between 9am-3pm on that day.
The meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
The following service details apply:
• Normal services will run through the peak period until 9am.
• Reduced services will run between 9am and 3pm.
• Normal services will resume from around 3pm so there should be no impact on afternoon peak services.
• School services should not be affected.
For full details of bus services throughout Wednesday 26 September can be found at Metlink.org.nz or by calling Metlink on 0800 801700.
We have a 12 by 12 green canvas tent for sale. The 4 sides open up, and it has all the poles, pegs, ropes and poles for the awning. This tent is relatively unused, but a few years old. Ideal for scout troop or community group. We can't photograph it without putting it up, so you'll … View moreWe have a 12 by 12 green canvas tent for sale. The 4 sides open up, and it has all the poles, pegs, ropes and poles for the awning. This tent is relatively unused, but a few years old. Ideal for scout troop or community group. We can't photograph it without putting it up, so you'll just have to imagine what it looks like. Ideal as a cook or sleeping tent, or day tent. Make us an offer!
Call or text Dale 021 45 34 24 and leave a message if I dont answer with your details. Pickup only this weekend.
September is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to … View moreSeptember is Bee Aware month, as we're calling on gardeners to make sure they plant pollen- and nectar-rich plants. We have 500 packets of bee-friendly edible herb seeds to give away to the first 500 people to sign up to Get Growing. Get Growing digital magazine is delivered every Friday to your email inbox, completely free! (Offer is valid until Sept 30)
The stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
To find out the services … View moreThe stop work meeting on Wednesday 26 September means our services will unfortunately be reduced in Wellington city, Hutt Valley and Porirua, between 9am and 3pm. This meeting is an opportunity for the Tramways Union to talk to its members and is a normal occurrence.
To find out the services available and any cancellations on Wednesday, visit our website
enableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!
In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to… View moreenableMe is on a mission to make 10 the new 30-year mortgage term and enableMe’s founder and money guru, Hannah McQueen, is holding two Wellington seminars to show you how!
In this 1-hour seminar you will learn; the truth about money, how your spending psychology affects your behaviour, how to pay less interest, get mortgage-free faster – and much more.
Hannah is presenting in Wellington on Thursday 4th October at 12pm and 5:30pm. Tickets are $15 for a single or $20 for two – book your seat now!
Text SAVE to 268 or visit www.enableme.co.nz/events
Fly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.
With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!
Book before 2 October to go in the draw to … View moreFly Wellington to Europe with Singapore Airlines, winner of best airline in the world at the 2018 Travellers Choice Awards, Trip Advisor.
With great fares to the UK and Europe throughout 2019, now is the best time to plan your next holiday!
Book before 2 October to go in the draw to win 1 million KrisFlyer miles, purchase a Singapore stopover holiday from $1, save up to 40% on pre-purchased additional baggage and receive a S$20 Changi transit card.
Terms and Conditions apply, visit singaporeair.com for further details.
Single axel trailer for sale. Really good condition only used a few times. 2400 x 1200 sheets fit in very easily. Please message me if interested.
This vehicle has been serviced regularly since I have owned it, and runs really well. Never had any issues during Wof other than tyres. There are a few scratches and marks which you would expect from a car of this age.
For any further questions please message me
Just starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!
Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our … View moreJust starting your eco-journey? We have everything you need to help eliminate plastics from your weekly grocery shopping... and you could win! We've got two eco grocery shopping packs to giveaway - simply LIKE or THANK this post to enter!
Buy in September and you'll SAVE! Our eco grocery shopping packs are on sale now. Each pack includes our 4 piece 100% organic cotton eco bags and a set of 2 cotton mesh string bags.
Croco reusable grocery bags are:
- all natural and chemical free
- lightweight and foldable
- can be easily stuffed in your pocket, purse or glove box
- machine washable in cold water
Ditch those single-use plastic bags for good. Keep some Croco eco grocery bags in your handbag or in the back of your car.
Don't forget to LIKE or THANK this post by Sunday 30th September 2018 to enter! See T&Cs.
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