The article discusses the importance of cleaning a garbage disposal regularly to maintain a clean and odor-free kitchen. The writer consulted multiple cleaning experts to provide guidance and product recommendations for cleaning a garbage disposal effectively. Recommended products include Active Garbage Disposal Cleaner Tablets, Glisten Sink Disposal Odor Eliminator, Glisten Garbage Disposal Cleaner Packets, Affresh Garbage Disposal Cleaner, and Mrs. Meyer’s Probiotic Drain Maintenance Liquid.
The experts suggest using foaming tablets or liquid cleaners to clean the garbage disposal and eliminate food buildup, grime, and strong odors. They recommended methods for cleaning the garbage disposal include using cleaning tablets, ice cubes, lemon wedges, baking soda, and vinegar. It is recommended to clean the garbage disposal at least once a month with a store-bought cleaner and to use the ice cube hack on a weekly basis.
Additionally, it is advised to avoid putting certain foods such as fibrous foods, starchy foods, bones, fruit pits, seeds, onion skins, and grease down the disposal as they can cause damage and odors. The experts mentioned in the article are Will Cotter, the founder of home cleaning services companies FreshSpace Cleaning and Deluxe Maid, and Kadi Dulude, the founder of home cleaning services company Wizard of Homes. The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining a clean garbage disposal for a healthy and functional kitchen.
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