Cleaning answers for every machine

Short, practical guides for the machines in your kitchen and laundry room. Straight answer first, details after.

Real photo of dark residue on a garburator sink flange and chamber, where the smell comes from

How to Clean a Garburator (Garbage Disposal) Safely, Step by Step

To clean a garburator (garbage disposal) safely, unplug it or turn off its breaker and never put your hand inside. Scrub the...

· 12 min read
BLITZ cover for the washer cleaning schedule guide: 2 weeks in big yellow type, the drum-cleaning interval we advise with hard water or a busy home (makers ask at least monthly)

How Often Should You Clean Your Washing Machine? What LG, Samsung and Whirlpool Say

Clean the drum at least once a month, or sooner if your washer's reminder comes on first (LG shows tCL after 30...

· 12 min read
Photo illustration of white mineral scale and pink slime inside the open water reservoir and on the prongs of a countertop ice maker

How to Clean an Ice Maker, Step by Step (Countertop, Portable and Undercounter)

To clean a countertop or portable ice maker, empty and drain it, wash the basket and scoop in warm soapy water, then...

· 11 min read
BLITZ cover for the coffee maker cleaner tablets guide: 24 in big yellow type, the tablets in one BLITZ box, a year of cleans at one every two weeks

Coffee Maker Cleaner Tablets: How to Use Them in Every Type of Machine

Where the tablet goes depends on the machine. In a pod brewer like a Keurig, put it in the empty pod holder...

· 10 min read