Most people don’t realize these 25 things are dangerous to put down the sink

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### 🚫 **22. Stickers from Produce**
They may seem small, but these labels can stick to pipe walls and filters at water treatment plants.

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### 🚫 **23. Cooking Sauces (Especially Creamy or Oily Ones)**
The oil in creamy sauces solidifies in pipes and can trap other debris.

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### 🚫 **24. Cleaning Wipes or Makeup Remover Pads**
They don’t dissolve and act like fabric, leading to major drain blockages.

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### 🚫 **25. Cigarette Ashes or Butts**
Not only are they toxic, but they can collect in pipes and cause chemical buildup.

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### ✅ **What to Do Instead**

– **Use a sink strainer** to catch solids before they go down the drain.
– **Scrape food into the trash** or compost bin before rinsing dishes.
– **Pour grease into a jar** or can, let it solidify, then toss it in the trash.
– **Take chemicals and medications** to local hazardous waste disposal centers.

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### 🚿 **Final Thoughts: Protect Your Pipes and the Planet**

Your sink isn’t a trash can—and treating it like one can lead to expensive plumbing bills and environmental harm. By being mindful of what you wash down the drain, you’re protecting your home, your wallet, and your water supply.

So next time you’re cleaning up, **pause before you pour**—and keep these 25 things far away from your sink. 🛑🚰💧