The garbage can is an important accessory to have within the kitchen. We may be able to obscure it underneath the sink or in a hideaway cabinet. We might even get one that looks great on the outside. But no matter how hidden or nice it appears, numerous of us still have a tricky time trying to keep it from smelling horrible.
The quantity of trash that we place into it and what we throw into it is what makes awful odors. These smells will be disgusting and they are able to extend through the entire home. Instead of throwing it out and purchasing a new one why not try to clean it out first.
Empty the bag inside and drag the garbage can to the driveway. Turn on the hose and rinse it off, including the lid. Fill it up with water and combine in three cups of bleach. Stir it together and allow this mixture to sit for an hour. You should stir it every now and again to keep the bleach working in order to kill off the smell and any germs.
After an hour has passed use a long scrub brush and wipe down the inside, exterior, and lid. Make sure you scrub hard. When you are done you will be able to drain the water out and rinse it off again. Allow it to dry for at least an hour in the sun. This will help to kill off any bacteria left behind.
Now that it is clean you need to keep the smell from coming back. You can place a small quantity of baking soda within each bag or on the bottom of the garbage pail. Still, I find it much easier to get rid of trash can smells by buying the scent control bags. These are not overpriced and block any odors.