Keep unsavory smells and unwanted clogs at bay with these powerful disposals. Food and Wine / David Hattan Garbage disposals probably aren’t at the top of your list of kitchen tools to get excited ...

Dear Kim: A garbage disposal is all about prepping dirty dishes to be washed. However, it’s tough to use the disposal if you have a single-bowl kitchen sink full of dirty dishes. So first I recommend ...

Rosanne is an interior design and home improvement writer with 8 years of experience. During that time she has worked with numerous businesses and publications. Rosanne has been with Forbes Home for ...

Many of the things people tend to put down the drain can harm the sink and the home's plumbing in general, but one of the worst offenders is oil. But why should you never pour oil down the sink, and ...

A plumbing expert has issued a warning to all homeowners about the dangers of putting common food items down their garbage disposal, revealing how easily these popular ingredients can clog the sink ...

As festive meals with mashed or roast potatoes gear up, peeling yours over your sink can lead to untimely drain clogs. Try composting instead ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

The term “garbage disposal” is really a bit of a misnomer. If you’ve ever had one, you probably know that you can’t run random garbage through it. Instead, they’re designed to grind up and dispose of ...