#13 in Chemical drain openers
Use arrows to jump to the previous/next product
Reddit mentions of Rooto Drain Opener 16 Oz (Pack of 12)
Sentiment score: 1
Reddit mentions: 1
We found 1 Reddit mentions of Rooto Drain Opener 16 Oz (Pack of 12). Here are the top ones.
or
- Size: 16 Oz
- 100% Lye
- For use in sinks, tubs, and any small drain
- Use only 1 heaping tablespoon directly into drain to clear clogged drain
- 1 lb. bottle with safety cap
Features:
Specs:
| Height | 6.5 Inches |
| Length | 12.8 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Weight | 12 Pounds |
| Width | 10 Inches |
Rooto isn't sulfuric acid, it's lye (sodium hydroxide).
Putting baking soda or other alkaline solutions on your clothes and in your closet isn't going to help, as NaOH is already extremely basic. Your best bet to neutralize the residue is a weak acid like white vinegar (acetic acid) or a citric acid-based detergent/cleaner (most coffee pot cleaning solutions are either citric acid or silicic acid), after which you should wash out the acid and salt with normal soap & water.
You should avoid touching any of the residue before you neutralize it because NaOH is extremely hygroscopic (it will absorb moisture from the atmosphere) and an aqueous NaOH solution can give you severe chemical burns. I'd recommend wearing heavy kitchen gloves and possibly goggles if there's a possibility of splashing.