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Should You Cover Your Sink Before Vacation? Here’s What You Need to Know

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A viral travel trick suggests placing a sheet of paper over a sink drain and covering it with an upside-down glass before leaving home. The idea is based on real plumbing science involving the P-trap, the U-shaped pipe beneath sinks, showers, and tubs. This pipe normally holds a small amount of water that blocks sewer gases, unpleasant odors, and small pests from traveling back through the drain…. Continue Reading 🔽