♻️ DIY Garbage Disposal Cleaning Hacks

A smelly or slow-draining garbage disposal can ruin your entire kitchen vibe. 🤢 But don’t worry — with these DIY Garbage Disposal cleaning hacks, you can make it fresh, clean, and efficient again — naturally and affordably! 💧🍋

🧰 What You’ll Need:

• 🧂 Baking soda
• 🍋 White vinegar
• ❄️ Ice cubes
• 🧃 Lemon or orange peels
• 🧼 Dish soap
• 🪥 Old toothbrush
• 🧽 Scrubber or sponge

👉 Also Read:  Clean Oven with Baking Soda and Vinegar (The Natural)

♻️ DIY Garbage Disposal Cleaning Hacks: Step-by-Step Guide

✅ 1. Baking Soda + Vinegar Bomb — Deep Clean the Natural Way

This combo breaks down grease, food residue, and bad odors.

Steps:

1. Pour ½ cup of baking soda down the disposal.
2. Follow with 1 cup of white vinegar.
3. Let the fizzing action work for 10–15 minutes.
4. Rinse with hot water while running the disposal.

💥 This acts like a mini volcano for cleaning! 🌋

❄️ 2. Ice & Salt Scrub — Clean the Blades and Sharpen

This hack helps knock off stuck gunk from the grinding blades.

Steps:

1. Pour a handful of ice cubes into the disposal.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of coarse salt (like rock salt or kosher salt).
3. Run the disposal with cold water for 30 seconds.

🧊 Bonus: It sharpens the blades while cleaning!

🍋 3. Citrus Peel Refresh — Natural Deodorizer

Leftover lemon or orange peels? Perfect for a fresh-smelling disposal!

Steps:

1. Toss in citrus peels (lemon, lime, or orange).
2. Run the disposal with cold water.
3. Optional: Add a few drops of dish soap for extra grease cutting.

🍋 Smells like a fresh kitchen in seconds!

🧽 4. Clean the Rubber Flaps (Splash Guard)

Often missed, but it collects lots of grime.

Steps:

1. Pull the rubber guard gently upward (if removable).
2. Scrub it with an old toothbrush and dish soap.
3. Rinse and replace.

🧼 This small step makes a BIG difference in odor control!

🚫 What NOT to Do with Your Garbage Disposal:

• ❌ Don’t use bleach (it can harden grease)
• ❌ Avoid coffee grounds and eggshells
• ❌ Never put fibrous foods (like celery or corn husks) down the drain

👉 Also Read: Smart Cleaning for Modern Homes: Make Your Home Shine

💡 Pro Tips to Keep Your Garbage Disposal Clean:

✔️ Clean it once a week
✔️ Always run cold water while using the disposal
✔️ Use citrus peels regularly for freshness
✔️ Freeze vinegar in ice cube trays for a 2-in-1 clean!