How To Remove Sewer Smell From Bathroom - Easy Tips And Tricks

If you are dealing with a persistent smell from your bathroom that just won’t go, you might have asked yourself, "Why does my bathroom smell like a sewer?" 

There can be multiple reasons for that particular smell emanating from your bathroom. You must take a look at the shower and sink drains in addition to the toilet to get a better understanding of the problem. 

In most cases, you can fix the problem yourself. However, if you have tried everything you could and cannot resolve the issue, take a look at some of the ideas on  how to eliminate sewer odor. 

First, let's understand the types of odors you might encounter and what they indicate.

Types of odors

1. If your bathroom smells like rotten eggs, you might have bacteria accumulated in the water that has backed up from the drainage system. 

2. If your bathroom smells gassy, there might be a problem with the p-trap on the sink.

3. If your bathroom has a urine-like smell, it indicates a leakage in the wax ring sealing your toilet around the floor drainage.

Now, let's have a look at the solutions to these problems.

Empty P-trap

If a gassy odor comes from your bathroom, you must consider looking at the p-trap on your sink. Now, let's understand first what a p-trap is. A p-trap is a U-shaped segment of the drainage pipe which is responsible for holding the water. The trapped water inside the p-trap prevents the sewer smell from rising but if the p-trap is empty, your bathroom can stink.

Solution

To solve the problem, pour at least 4 cups of water down the drainage system to refill the trap. 

Every once in a while, try pouring 1 cup baking soda mixed with 1 cup of white vinegar down the drain of your toilet to prevent bacteria buildup. Let this mixture of baking soda and vinegar rest in the drain for about 20 minutes, and then flush it away. 

Clean your toilet bowl

Sometimes, your toilet might stink even if you clean it regularly.

Solution

Use Harpic toilet bowl cleaner to get rid of the stinkiness. Harpic toilet bowl cleaner is famous for its antibacterial properties. It removes all the dirt and grime and provides a sense of freshness. It is available in various fragrances so you can choose Harpic toilet bowl cleaner according to your liking.

Accumulation of urine around the base of your toilet

Sometimes, you might smell a urine-like odor coming out of your toilet. It's because there is a leakage in the wax ring sealing the toilet around the floor drain.

Solution

Make a paste of baking soda and lemon juice. Apply it at the bottom of the toilet. You can rub it on the rim and toilet seat as well. Spray white vinegar over this mixture. Let these 3 ingredients rest there for a while. Flush this mixture or wipe it with a wet cloth on the seat. You will be amazed to see the wonders that this paste does. 

The toilet bowl needs deodorizing

At times, a bathroom may smell bad just because it's a bathroom and needs deodorizing. 

Solution

Luckily, Harpic has toilet blocks that will make your toilet smell heavenly. All you need to do is hook the Harpic toilet block at the bowl's rim. Every time you flush the toilet, you can smell your favorite fragrance instead of that stinkin' one. Magical right ?! 

Bacteria in toilet water

If you smell spoiled eggs in your bathroom, there is an accumulation of bacteria in the drainage water.

Solution

You must disinfect the water. You can use any natural disinfectant like vinegar or Harpic bathroom cleaner for perfect results and a sparkly clean toilet. Pour Harpic bathroom cleaner down the drain and let it sit there for about 10 minutes. Flush it, and you are good to go.

Buildup in the drain that is not reachable

At times you might come across a buildup in your bathroom that is not accessible. Ignoring such a problem means adding more troubles to your list.

Solution

Use Harpic toilet cleaner to get the job done easily! Other than that you can also use a natural homemade solution to eliminate the buildup. Pour equal proportions of baking soda and lemon juice down the drain to kill the sewer smell and bacteria that may be deep inside the drain.

Sometimes, you can not fix this problem at home, and it is advisable to contact a professional to unclog the drainage system. 

These simple ideas will help you fix the problem of undesirable odors coming out of your bathroom efficiently and effectively.

FAQs

1. How do I eliminate the smell in my bathroom sewer?

You can use a Harpic bathroom cleaner to eliminate the bad smell.

2. What causes the bathroom to smell like sewer?

Any choked drains, accumulated urine, or bacteria can make your bathroom smell like a sewer.

3. What kills the smell of the sewage?

Using a fragrant cleaner and a disinfectant can kill the smell of the sewage.