{"id":13306,"date":"2024-11-11T13:20:51","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T13:20:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=13306"},"modified":"2024-11-11T13:20:51","modified_gmt":"2024-11-11T13:20:51","slug":"what-can-you-put-down-a-garbage-disposal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topat10.com\/?p=13306","title":{"rendered":"What Can You Put Down a Garbage Disposal?"},"content":{"rendered":"


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A garbage disposal is a handy kitchen appliance that grinds food waste, allowing it to pass through the plumbing system and undergo treatment at sewage plants. This process can reduce landfill waste and its emissions. Problems arise, however, when homeowners mistakenly fill their disposal with items that can cause damage or plumbing issues.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s explore what can and can\u2019t safely go down a garbage disposal<\/a> so you can extend the life of this appliance and avoid costly repairs.<\/p>\n

Items You Can Put in a Garbage Disposal<\/h2>\n

Garbage disposals can handle many types of food. Here are some items that are generally safe to put down a disposal:<\/p>\n

Ice Cubes<\/h3>\n

Along with being safe for garbage disposals, ice cubes can help clean them. Toss a few ice cubes down the disposal to loosen food residue stuck to the blades. While ice alone won\u2019t freshen up a smelly garbage disposal, combining it with a natural deodorizer such as baking soda or white vinegar can help eliminate odors.<\/p>\n

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Citrus Fruits<\/h3>\n

Citrus fruits can go down a garbage disposal, but you should cut peels into small, bite-sized pieces to prevent overworking the appliance with large scraps. As an added benefit, citrus can help freshen up the disposal\u2019s smell, so it\u2019s a good idea to freeze extra peels for quick disposal deodorizing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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