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

often recommend: adding a small amount of mineral oil to each drain after running the water. The oil floats on top of the water in the P-trap, slowing evaporation and helping the seal last longer.

While the viral hack is based on a real concept, it falls short in practice. Maintaining water in your P-traps and using proper drain covers are far more continue reading …