The garbage disposal is a miracle of modern engineering, but it does require some consistent upkeep. Here's exactly how often ...

Closeup of a garbage disposal the water running over it - Susan Vineyard/Getty Images Garbage disposals are a handy appliance, but with frequent use, they can harbor plenty of buildup and bacteria.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Cleaning your kitchen can be a lot more complicated and time-intensive than the job appears on the surface. Who knew, for instance, that you ...

Does your kitchen have a “funny” smell lately? Do you notice it when you are standing next to your sink? That smell could be a buildup of food particles rotting in your garbage disposal and pipes. No ...

Sink garbage disposals are a kitchen convenience that many homeowners take for granted—until it seems like they're struggling with whatever food debris you put into the drain hole. If your current ...

In the quest for journalists to continuously come up with ideas for articles, one easy solution is to look inward. And with my new(ish) rental apartment kitchen, that means adjusting to a new-to-me ...

For many of us, the kitchen is the center of our home life. It’s a room where we spend a lot of time—which also makes it one of the germiest. There are things like sponges and cutting boards that you ...