Here’s the Reason to Always Place an Upside-Down Glass and a Piece of Paper in the Sink Before You Leave for Vacation

You’ve done it all:
Locked the doors 🔒
Unplugged the toaster 🔌
Set the thermostat 🌡️
Even asked your neighbor to grab the mail 📬
But there’s one tiny, genius trick most travelers never think of—until they come home to a musty, sewer-like smell wafting from the kitchen or bathroom sink.
👉 The culprit?
A dry drain trap.
And the fix?
Place a sheet of paper towel over the drain, then set an upside-down glass on top.
Yes, really.
This 60-second hack is simple, free, and brilliantly effective at keeping your home smelling fresh while you’re away.
Let’s uncover why this works—and how two everyday items can save your return trip from stink disaster. ✨💛
🚫 The Problem: Evaporating Drain Traps = Smelly Surprise