If your kitchen sink has a garbage disposal, don’t forget about it!
Food particles can remain inside the disposal chamber, and those leftovers can develop an unpleasant odor while you’re gone.
Clean It Before You Leave
Follow the manufacturer’s cleaning instructions.
Remove obvious food debris and rinse the unit thoroughly.
Don’t put your hands inside the disposal to clean it. If something needs to be removed manually, make sure the unit is safely disconnected according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Don’t Forget the Second Drain
Many kitchen sinks have two basins.
If both sides connect to the same drainage system, cleaning only the disposal side doesn’t necessarily mean the entire sink area is clean.
Give both sides a quick inspection before heading out.
Should You Cover the Entire Sink?
You can, but you don’t necessarily need to.
The main purpose is generally to cover the drain opening rather than hermetically seal the entire sink.
A fitted stopper or drain cover is usually more practical than trying to wrap the entire basin.
If you’re concerned about dust or debris, you can use an appropriate clean sink cover, but make sure the basin is completely dry if you’re placing anything over it for an extended period.
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