Over time, outdoor garbage cans become filthy, and as they accumulate dirt, they also start to smell—even when empty. Fortunately, you don’t need much to make your garbage receptacles look (and smell) ...

How often do you wash your bedsheets? What about vacuuming the carpet? And scrubbing the kitchen sink? Most of us clean these pretty regularly because if we didn't, it would be noticeable. But ...

It may be difficult enough just to get the trash out in time for weekly pickup most days, but your actual bins need cleaning, too—and not just the ones designed for outdoor use. Every type of trash ...

Robin Murphy of ChirpChirp House Cleaning says the first step to cleaning your trash can is to empty it completely. “Make sure all garbage and debris are removed,” says Murphy. If you need to spray ...

SAN DIEGO — A San Diego-based company is taking aim at a common household nuisance—dirty, smelly trash cans—while addressing a larger environmental concern about wastewater entering storm drains and ...

Which trash can is best? A good-quality waste receptacle holds everything until you can take out the trash. It should be sturdy, durable, leakproof and easy to operate. An excellent choice is the ...