Cleaning > AppliancesFebruary 01, 2010

Smell From Garbage Disposal

How can I get the smell out of my disposal from the dishwasher when it empties? My sink also has a bad smell.

By Tom from OH

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By
02/08/2010

Boil 6-8 citrus peels (I save my lime and lemon peelings in the freezer until I have enough), when the peels are soft, pour the water and rinds down the disposer while it is running. The steam fromthe boiling water de-odorizes my home, and the softened peels help 'scrub' the disposer compartment. I do this about every other wek.

By
02/08/2010

Treat with Drain care, a natural enzyme that will not hurt your plumbing. Cleans all in there to slick and shiney.

By
02/02/2010

Get some lemons when they are onsale, cut into small pieces or slices and freeze on a cookie sheet and then put in plastic bag in freezer, and until smell is gone, put one in every night and grind it up. You could also pour in some white vinegar [1/4 cup] or baking soda while garbage disposal is working. Eventually probably only need to do once a week or less.

By
02/02/2010

I pour pine oil in mine after I get done in the kitchen, good luck.

By
02/01/2010

I used to have a garbage disposal and I would grind up Orange or lemon peel. It workd for me :)

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