Our bathrooms are a tranquil, spa-like retreat. If your shower drain is leaking foul odors, this is impossible. This post will help you if you need to keep your nose open while you bathe. These are the most common reasons for a stench in your shower. Here's what you can do about it.

Reason #1: The P-trap is a problem

You will see a U-shaped pipe through which water flows if you look under the shower drain. This is called a P-trap, and it is used to keep a small amount of water in your bathroom.

The P-trap water has likely dried out if you haven't used the shower for a while. It's easy to fix this: Just run the water in the bathtub for a few seconds, and the P-trap will refill. The smell should disappear.

If you've used the shower in recent times, this could mean that the P-trap is leaking. To eradicate the stench and prevent any further water damage, you need to replace the pipe.

Reason #2: Biofilm buildup

Biofilm is a slimy and thin layer of bacteria that can possibly form from the soap, shampoo, and water that goes down the shower drain. It can also accumulate in the pipes. This can not only sound disgusting, but it can also be very unpleasant to the olfactory senses.

How can you eliminate biofilm? These household remedies can kill bacteria.

Combine 1 part bleach with 1 part water and pour it down the drain.

First, pour 1 cup of baking soda down your drain. Next, add one cup of white vinegar to the drain. After the mixture has fizzed, cover the drain and flush it with hot water.

Hair can get stuck in pipes or drains, which can lead to biofilm nuisances. The smell of hair will usually disappear if it is possible to remove the hair.