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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Lola Houlton

How to clean a trash can – 5 steps cleaning experts always use

White trashcan, white kitchen island.

Cleaning the trash can...everyone's favorite job. Well, maybe not, but it is a crucial home maintenance task that is key to keeping your home hygienic and smelling fresh.

The 'out of sight, out of mind' mentality is often a reason why we neglect to clean our trash cans as frequently or as thoroughly as we should (aside from the dread of taking on this task). While it's important to know how to mask trash can smells and how you can hide a trash can in a kitchen, it's also essential to deep clean your trash cans periodically to stave off odors and bacteria.

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