Say goodbye to odors and keep your kitchen fresh. Garbage disposals can flush away food debris on pots and pans in a flash, but anyone who owns one of these devices knows that unpleasant smells are a ...

The garbage disposal is one kitchen appliance that’s all too easy to overlook in terms of routine cleaning. Unlike your oven or your dishwasher, it’s not a device you necessarily use or even notice on ...

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Over time, outdoor garbage cans become filthy, and as they accumulate dirt, they also start to smell—even when empty. Fortunately, you don’t need much to make your garbage receptacles look (and smell) ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. How often you should be cleaning your disposal depends on how often you use it. If it's getting daily wear in your household, you probably ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Ciara Murray Jordan Ciara Murray Jordan is a writer covering kitchen gear. She ...

Q: Do I need to clean my garbage disposal and, if so, what’s the best way to do it? A: Given that it’s called a garbage disposal, you might think that this appliance is likely to reek if it’s not ...