Here’s why you should always leave an upside-down glass and a piece of paper in the sink before going on vacation

The steps to follow before leaving: the ritual of the perfect vacationer

Here is the complete method for leaving a sink clean, hygienic and watertight:

Clean the sink thoroughly , especially the edges of the drain and the walls.
Pour 2 to 3 liters of hot or boiling white vinegar down the drain. This will disinfect the pipes and dissolve any residue.
Leave for a few hours , or even overnight, temporarily blocking the sink with a plug or a cloth.
The next day, rinse with hot water .
Rub the drain with half a lemon to neutralize odors and add a natural fragrance.
Dry the sink thoroughly.
Place a sheet of absorbent paper over the hole.
Turn a glass (or thick plastic) cup upside down over it, so that it completely covers the sink opening

And there you have it! In just a few minutes, you’ve protected your kitchen from the inconveniences of being away.