{"id":4654,"date":"2020-10-07T16:25:13","date_gmt":"2020-10-07T16:25:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/?p=4654"},"modified":"2020-11-14T15:50:26","modified_gmt":"2020-11-14T15:50:26","slug":"what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/","title":{"rendered":"What Not to Put in Your Garbage Disposal"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-660018b135d60\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-660018b135d60\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Coffee_Grounds\" title=\"Coffee Grounds\">Coffee Grounds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Pasta\" title=\"Pasta\">Pasta<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Bones\" title=\"Bones\">Bones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Oatmeal\" title=\"Oatmeal\">Oatmeal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Nuts\" title=\"Nuts\">Nuts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Onion_Skins\" title=\"Onion Skins\">Onion Skins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Egg_Shells\" title=\"Egg Shells\">Egg Shells<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Pumpkin_and_Fibrous_Vegetables\" title=\"Pumpkin and Fibrous Vegetables\">Pumpkin and Fibrous Vegetables<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Potato_Peels\" title=\"Potato Peels\">Potato Peels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Pits\" title=\"Pits\">Pits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/what-not-to-put-in-your-garbage-disposal\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>For homeowners and renters around the globe, modern Garbage Disposal has been a source of a great boon. It offers a variety of uses which are extremely beneficial for all. This includes keeping trash bags from filling up, it provides a hygienic method of disposing of food waste and it prevents landfills from overflowing.<\/p>\n<p>It wouldn\u2019t be wrong to say that Disposals are like workhorses because of their simplicity and solid construction. They keep grinding year after year. However, even this vehicle has limitations. It can choke on certain items. To find out what items must never be put in a Garbage Disposal, keep reading!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_Grounds\"><\/span><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4656 \" src=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Procesador-de-basura-de-cocina-fregadero-completamente-automatico-trituradora-de-residuos-de-alimentos-trituradora-de-residuos.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"415\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Procesador-de-basura-de-cocina-fregadero-completamente-automatico-trituradora-de-residuos-de-alimentos-trituradora-de-residuos.jpg 800w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Procesador-de-basura-de-cocina-fregadero-completamente-automatico-trituradora-de-residuos-de-alimentos-trituradora-de-residuos-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Procesador-de-basura-de-cocina-fregadero-completamente-automatico-trituradora-de-residuos-de-alimentos-trituradora-de-residuos-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Procesador-de-basura-de-cocina-fregadero-completamente-automatico-trituradora-de-residuos-de-alimentos-trituradora-de-residuos-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Procesador-de-basura-de-cocina-fregadero-completamente-automatico-trituradora-de-residuos-de-alimentos-trituradora-de-residuos-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 415px) 100vw, 415px\" \/>Coffee Grounds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Never put coffee grounds in the Garbage Disposal. Keeping coffee grounds in the Garbage Disposal indeed helps in removing weird odours. But by doing this, you\u2019re unknowingly causing serious problems for the drain.<\/p>\n<p>Think about the consistency and texture of coffee grounds when taken out of a filter. They are in the form of a thick paste. Always make sure that it NEVER goes into the lines of the drain. Instead, you can use coffee grounds to keep monsters out of your garden.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pasta\"><\/span>Pasta<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We all know, when pasta is kept in water it tends to expand. With the same logic, you can understand why you wouldn\u2019t want to discharge loads of pasta into the unit. It will come in contact with water and keep it\u2019ll expand continuously.<\/p>\n<p>It won\u2019t hurt to clear a couple of bits of pasta off from pots into the Garbage Disposal. However, do not try to clean off an entire casserole because you\u2019ll face intense clog issues. Moreover, if you do put the pasta in the Garbage Disposal make sure to turn on cold water for half a minute. Afterwards, flush it in order to get rid of it. If these steps aren\u2019t taken, you will face very difficult clogging problems.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bones\"><\/span>Bones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Grinding up food and disposing of Garbage are tasks the Disposal excels at. However, the ability to grind food doesn\u2019t mean that they\u2019re angle grinders. They are simply not made to deal with bones.<\/p>\n<p>If you end up dropping a bone from a fish in the Disposal then, there is no reason to panic. The Garbage Disposal can handle small bones as they are hardy appliances. However, if you purposely use big bones to grind, then you will face a disaster.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oatmeal\"><\/span>Oatmeal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Oatmeal also expands when soaked in water. We have to deal with the same issue we had with pasta. Uncooked oats tend to slip through the Disposal. They collect in the down-line and then start to expand. They will flow in the sewer if it\u2019s your lucky day. If that doesn\u2019t happen then you\u2019ll have no choice but to upgrade your drain cleaning skills.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nuts\"><\/span>Nuts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you start to dump a handful of peanuts in the Garbage Disposal, take a minute to think about a few things. For instance, think about the process of making peanut butter. Once large amounts of peanuts are grinded and spun, they turn into a thick paste.<\/p>\n<p>Your Garbage Disposal is another version of a nut grinder (although they do vary in size). Just control the quantity of peanuts (and other types of dry fruits) that might be dropped into the Disposal and everything will be fine. But remember cleaning peanut butter is extremely hard and it will clog the drain badly.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Onion_Skins\"><\/span>Onion Skins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Discarding onion waste shouldn\u2019t be a huge issue for the Disposal unit. Whether it be cut, diced or in chunks. What lies behind the outermost layer of the onion, the thin membrane is what causes issues. Usually, that thin layer is removed before the onion is cut and thrown into the Disposal.<\/p>\n<p>The result is that the thin layer passes through the unit, not coming in contact with the blades. It ends up getting stuck in the drain. It catches more items and holds them in place.<\/p>\n<p>You can avoid facing extreme problems by simply throwing the thinnest layer in the bin. Also, by cutting that layer before getting rid of it can aid in skipping this problem. Tasks that can be done in a couple of seconds can save you hours of work or even an expensive visit from a plumber.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Egg_Shells\"><\/span>Egg Shells<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is a common misconception that dropping eggshells in the Garbage Disposal sharpens its blades. It isn\u2019t exactly easy to figure out the logic behind this. However, ask yourself when did you ever sharpen your set of knives or lawnmower with eggshells?<\/p>\n<p>The eggshells themselves don\u2019t cause any damage to the Disposal blades. However, make sure you notice the shell of the egg more closely. There will be a delicate membrane present on the inner side of the shell (Just like the thin membrane that\u2019s present in onions). That sticky membrane can get caught in the area of the impeller or the drain.<\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-4658 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/additional-p180429-8z-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/additional-p180429-8z-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/additional-p180429-8z-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/additional-p180429-8z-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/homendgarden.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/additional-p180429-8z.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pumpkin_and_Fibrous_Vegetables\"><\/span>Pumpkin and Fibrous Vegetables<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Scooping a pumpkin can turn into a major sticky process as the stringy bits get stuck to hands and utensils. Always remember to transfer the pumpkin guts into the trash and NOT into your Garbage Disposal.<\/p>\n<p>The same rule is applicable for vegetables like celery and rhubarb. Don\u2019t worry about small pieces but always throw the long stalks in the Garbage can. This must be done to ensure that no problems arise in the future.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potato_Peels\"><\/span>Potato Peels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The thinness of potato peels causes them to easily pass through the Garbage Disposal. Instead, they get caught in the drain. The potato peels act as a small net. It holds up other kinds of waste and creates a clog. This causes the same problem as the egg membrane. However, a couple of pieces of peels are nothing to stress about.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pits\"><\/span>Pits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is no secret that peaches are absolutely delicious. In fact, peaches and avocados have inspired major schemes of colour for kitchen d\u00e9cor and setup. But they are hard. A good tip is: It won\u2019t go smoothly through the Disposal unit if you can\u2019t cut it easily with a sharp utensil (like a knife). (It might grind once or twice but then you\u2019ll be on your way to the grocery store to buy new Disposal).<\/p>\n<p>The Garbage disposable will not be able to execute its job properly if you keep putting items that are hard in it. Although it won\u2019t destroy the product, it will definitely ruin it. This will lead to you getting frustrated and replacing it. Therefore, you might end up spending more money unnecessarily.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Firstly, try to avoid dropping all of the items (mentioned in this article) into your Garbage Disposal. It only causes unnecessary stress and money. Besides, instead of calling up your local professional plumber, why not just be careful. Educate yourself about what should and should not go into the Disposal. This way you can save money and make the most of your Garbage Disposal at the same time<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For homeowners and renters around the globe, modern Garbage Disposal has been a source of a great boon. It offers a variety of uses which are extremely beneficial for all. This includes keeping trash bags from filling up, it provides a hygienic method of disposing of food waste and it prevents landfills from overflowing. 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