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    chelisimo Posts: 11, Reputation: 2
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    Jan 7, 2008, 08:33 AM
    Bath tub slow drainage
    Bath tub drains slow, I think is hair problem. What is the best way to clear this?
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    Jan 7, 2008, 08:55 AM
    You can get something called a Zip-It at Walmart for about $2.50. This is great for getting hair out of a drain. It's about 25" long and has little barbs along the side which catch the hair. Use this on any drain for hair clogs. I love mine! Don't bother with Liquid Plummer.
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    Jan 7, 2008, 09:22 AM
    Zip it may work but tub drains frequently have rods that operate the plug, they may snag. If the Zip it doesn't work try mixing 1/2 cup of table salt with 1/2 cup baking soda and dump into the drain. Add a cup of vinegar and allow to soak over night, next day a big bucket of really hot water should clear the drain.
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