Drano Max Gel Drain Clog Remover and Cleaner for Shower or Sink Drains, Unclogs and Removes Hair, Soap Scum and Blockages, 80 Oz

I bathe my golden retrievers in the shower—without fail I end up with clumps of fur clogging the drain. Replaced my go‑to snaking method with Drano Max Gel (80 oz) this time and was surprised: after waiting 30 minutes and flushing with hot water, the standing water cleared, and the drain actually flowed again. It tackled the hair and soap‑scum mix better than anything else in my cleaning arsenal. A pro plumber even endorses it for tough hair clogs thanks to its thick formula that clings to the blockage and generates heat to dissolve itIn short, it worked for me this time. Even with heavy dog hair. It’s easy to use, fairly fast (around 15–30 minutes), and I didn’t have to get elbow‑deep into the drain. But I’ll still occasionally pull out a drain‑zipper strip first—and only pour the gel when the slowdown is serious. Use gloves, ventilate the area, and follow label guidance—not a fixer for every situation, but a solid tool when needed

Love this product so much, it is very reliable and works every single time for me! The gel like consistency is super nice because it makes it to where it will not splash at all so you aren’t worried about the chemicals being all over your sink/area. Highly recommend! Way cheaper than a plumber!

This product worked well for clearing hair from the bathtub drain. It’s designed for two uses and includes measurement markings on the side, which made it easy to pour out exactly half the amount for each use. While it was effective, I feel that other products specifically formulated for hair removal perform slightly better.

EDIT: I just got more of this and the carrier was not careful with the box and when I picked it up it was moist and had a strong, almost like scented bleach smell. STILL washing my hands as while it's not burning, it's tingling. When I actually use the gel I wear gloves, but you don't expect the box you receive it in to be damp on the bottom!_______________________________________________My experience and my skill set!First, I'm a woman in her 70's who has had to figure out stuff on her own (basically online)I had a slow running shower. It would drain, but even a quick ten minute shower would fill the tub about up to my ankles and when you think of that water is from whatever is backing up your drain...ew.IT would drain within about 15 mins after shower, but hated standing in any water.Like others have said, I would IGNORE the directions and leave in longer. When I take a shower tonight, I will see if the water is moving as fast as I want it to. I notice in the bullet points, it says you can leave product in overnight.I got two of the LARGE 80 oz bottles.I put HALF of one in and let sit 30 mins, didn't add water, I then just poured the other half in.I let that sit about an hour and half, so total two hours and used a whole bottle.I thought about leaving in longer, some said they left in overnight, so like 8 hours, some said they left in 24 hours. Well, I live in a one bedroom condo with one bathroom, one shower/tub, so....I shut the door as I have two curious cats while it did it's thing.I started pouring really hot tap water at first, wasn't really moving that fast, but I did that a bunch of times, then I heated water in a small pot (I have cats underfoot and in my 70's and have to walk from kitchen to bathroom with uber hot water, so I didn't want to take biggest pot to try to do this).I noticed after a few times with really hot water (when bubbles start to form at bottom of pot, doesn't have to be rolling boil), the water was going down quicker.Makes sense. I figure the gel LOOSENS it, but the more and the HOTTER the water, the quicker through the pipes.Now, if I had LEFT it sitting for 8 or 24 hours before putting water down, would it have helped more? MAYBE. But I think the close to boiling water being poured in helped move it along.The gel is obviously strong. I actually have some safety goggles someone gave me and i used plain disposable gloves just to be cautious. AND I would keep your kids and pets AWAY til all is resolved and you've cleaned out any residue from tub/shower.TIP! While I am sure this LOOSENED clog, built up shampoo or soap, the BOILING WATER is what always seems to really make it work. SUGGESTION Once you do clear your drain, every day or so just take a pot of boiling water and pour down drain! THIS will help keep clear longer and build up down especially if it's just from product buildup. Can't say if there is a lot of hair clogging drain (I have very short fine hair, so it's product build up from shampoo and soap) the hot water alone would help. But putting boiling water down drain at least every few days or even week, well think about it, boiling water dissolves._________________________Bottomline: after doing several of the small pots of super hot water and then running the tub with the stopper open for awhile, the water is moving pretty darn fast.But my takeaway after reading a ton of reviews, leave it in longer than it says. I didn't even have STANDING water, tub/shower was empty of water when I poured in and it still took me MANY pots of water (I could tell it was starting to go down as it kind of burbled/bubbled) to get the job done.

For those dealing with stubborn clogs, the Drano Max Gel delivers strong, fast-acting clog removal for sinks, showers, and drains. Whether you're tackling hair buildup, soap scum, or slow drains, this heavy-duty gel gets the job done effectively.🔥 Personal InsightsThick gel formula—stays in place for deep penetration.Works fast—noticeable improvements within 15–30 minutes.Great for hair and soap scum buildup—especially in bathroom drains.No strong odor—less harsh than expected for a powerful formula.Multi-purpose use—effective for kitchen, bathroom, and laundry drains.✅ Key Features & BenefitsThick Gel Formula – Clings to clogs for deep penetration.Fast-Acting Solution – Clears slow drains within minutes.No Harsh Odor – Less chemical smell than competitors.Works on Various Clogs – Hair, soap scum, grease, and more.Large Pack for Multiple Uses – Comes in a 2-pack for ongoing maintenance.🎯 Final VerdictFor quick, powerful, and reliable clog removal, Drano Max Gel is a must-have. It’s fast, effective, and easy to use, making it perfect for tackling stubborn drain issues.

Had a slow sink drain, added this gel per instructions, waited a bit, let it drain and all was good. No repeat of the slow down after a couple of months, so conclude that it got whatever was blocking stuff in there out. Much easier than me removing and cleaning the P-trap, so I'll take it as a big win. Recommended.