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

🚫 Avoid toilets (they self-seal) and floor drains (may need more robust cover).

💡 Pro Tips for Maximum Protection

Tip

Why It Works

✅ Do this before every trip—even weekend getaways

Short trips can still dry out traps in hot/dry weather

✅ Use white vinegar weekly before long absences

Prevents buildup and odor-causing bacteria

✅ Label the glass: “Don’t remove — vacation seal!”

Stops well-meaning helpers from tossing it

✅ For long trips: Add ½ cup mineral oil after vinegar

Oil floats on water and slows evaporation even more

❤️ Final Thought: Great Care Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

You don’t need expensive gadgets or smart-home tech to protect your home.

Sometimes, all it takes is:

A piece of paper

A glass from the cupboard

And the courage to say: “I’m thinking ahead.”

Because real peace of mind isn’t about doing everything.

It’s about doing one small thing that makes all the difference.

And when you walk back in after vacation…

To silence.

To calm.

To no weird smell…

You’ll know:

You didn’t just pack your bags.

You protected your peace.