Five things you should never throw down the sink

You sometimes hear that coffee grounds “clean” pipes. Unfortunately, it’s quite the opposite. The grounds clump together in the curves of the pipes and, over time, create formidable clogs. Plumbers confirm this: it’s one of the most common reasons for a blocked sink.

The right approach: use coffee grounds for smarter purposes—compost, natural deodorizer, plant care—but never pour them down the sink.

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