I don't like pouring harsh chemicals down the drain, especially since we are on a septic tank. So to clean my disposal, I opt for a mixture of lemon juice and baking soda. The best part is that it has a fresh smell without being overwhelming. Here's what you need:
Ingredients
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup baking soda
Directions
Heat lemon juice in microwave for 30 seconds. Add baking soda slowly (it will bubble) and mix well. Turn on the disposal and pour down the drain. Turn on hot water for a few seconds to rinse away any mix remaining in the sink or the bowl. Use weekly. If disposal still has a bad odor, repeat.
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That's such a good idea! Seems like it would be a lot less harsh on the blades than a lot of ideas out there, too. :) (pinning)
ReplyDeleteThanks Marissa! Definitely less harsh. And if you need to use more of it, you don't have to worry about damaging anything, which is nice. Hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteDoes it have to be fresh lemon juice? Or can we use the stuff that comes in the bottle?
ReplyDeleteI use the bottled lemon juice.
DeleteI have used this but also like using vinegar and baking soda
ReplyDeletehow much vinegar do you use???
DeleteOooh this is a great idea Katie!! Thank you for sharing, need to try :)
ReplyDeletexoxo, Tanya
Thanks Tanya!
DeleteThis is so much easier than the other disposal cleaners I've found. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Delicia!
DeleteThanks Marissa, I hope this works. I have tried everything including vinegar and baking soda which helped for a day or so then the smell returned. I will try anything. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI hope this helps!
DeleteGreat tip!
ReplyDeleteThanks Diana!
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DeleteThanks for sharing the great tip! My disposal could use some of this right now. :) Thank you so much for sharing at A Bouquet of Talent this week! I hope you have a wonderful week. :)
ReplyDeleteXO
Kathy
Hope you have a great week too Kathy!
DeleteI need this remedy in my life. Even my son has been noticing a strange odor coming from the sink! Thanks for the tip, Katie! Have a fabulous week!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Nici
Thanks Nici! Hope it helps:)
DeleteThis is perfect! I am always looking for more natural ways to clean my home. I've been needing to clean my garbage disposal too. Super excited to try this recipe today! Visiting from the Wow us Wednesday link party. Have a fabulous day! ~ Jamie
ReplyDeleteYay! Thanks so much for stopping by Jamie, I hope it helps:)
DeleteSounds like a great solution without chemicals. Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Bella!
DeleteGuess what I am going to do right now! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Hope it helps:)
DeleteI'm wondering if you can use this to clean the dishwasher also?
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Love this - congrats on being featured at Mop it up Monday!
ReplyDeleteI have always used ice cubes to clean the yuck off the blades & then any citrus peels I have on hand. I do this every time I have an orange or lemon peel. This really works good but I will try your idea.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! Will try this, thanks!
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ReplyDeleteI've been told that ice cubes ran through the garbage disposer will help sharpen the blades, - not sure if this is true or not.
ReplyDeleteI use 1/2 lemon wrapped in a damp cloth to clean my microwave. Micro both for about 10 seconds and then clean microwave, glass too. Once finished put lemon through disposal
ReplyDeleteI also take out and clean the rubber guard of the disposal, the back of it gets disgusting,my plumber told me how to take it out super easy and goes right back in too. Love lemon juice for all kinds of cleaning. Thanks of the added baking soda, had not thought of that
ReplyDeleteGreat tip!
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Have a great week!
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Hi...wanted you to know I shared this great recipe at my blog yesterday...and a link back to here...sorry I can't give you the link...we are out of town and I only have my phone. Thanks....www.thebetterbaker.blogspot.com.
ReplyDeletei frequently put lemon rinds in my three disposals
ReplyDeletebut think your concoction will be even better.
thank you!!