"Unlike other kitchen surfaces, a trash can is rarely cleaned," says Julie Edelman, cleaning guru and author of The Accidental Sisterhood. She shared a handful of tips to help keep your trash can clean and your kitchen free of any unpleasant odors.
Edelman suggests using a room or area that not only has enough space for your trash can, but can also be cleaned up with ease. You can use your shower or take it outside to the patio, if you have one. "Make sure you wipe loose any debris with a damp cloth from both the exterior and interior," she says.
Edelman recommends making your own cleaning solution with ingredients you likely already have on hand. Edelman says to fill a 16- to 20-ounce spray bottle with one teaspoon of dish detergent, ¼ cup of white vinegar, and the rest with water.
"Vinegar is a great cleaning agent since it acts both as a deodorizer and a disinfectant," she adds. "Thoroughly spray the interior, gently scrub it using a soft brush, and wipe in a 'wax on, wax off' Karate Kid motion."
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