Hard bones can damage the disposal blades and motor. Dispose of bones in the trash or compost instead.
Grease and oils can solidify in the pipes, leading to clogs. Dispose of these in a separate container and throw them in the trash.
Despite common belief, eggshells can contribute to clogs and may not sharpen the disposal blades as some think.
Coffee grounds can accumulate in pipes and create blockages. Dispose of coffee grounds in the trash or use them for compost.
Vegetables with tough, fibrous strands like celery, asparagus, and artichokes can tangle in the disposal blades and cause jams.
Hard pits and seeds from fruits like peaches, plums, or cherries can damage the disposal blades. Dispose of them in the trash.
Potato peels are starchy and can turn into a gummy paste, leading to clogs. Dispose of them in the trash.
Expandable foods like pasta and rice can absorb water and swell, causing clogs in the pipes.
Stringy foods like corn husks, onion skins, and banana peels can wrap around the disposal blades and impede their movement.
Prints with tribal or Aztec patterns were once popular but can now feel outdated. Consider more timeless patterns or solid colors.