Even if you don’t use it often, there’s no doubt crumbs have collected in the tray at the bottom of your pop-up toaster. Toasted bits of bread and bagels from your daily breakfast are bound to fall ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Crumb build-up inside of a toaster can attract bugs or worse, create a fire hazard. While you may clean your countertops and ...

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Whether you’re deep cleaning your kitchen or giving it a daily maintenance wipe-down, there’s one small appliance that’s often ignored. If you regularly use a toaster or keep it stored out on your ...

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When was the last time you actually cleaned your toaster? Even though you might use it daily, the toaster probably isn't in the forefront of your mind for cleaning. If there's a burnt odor every time ...

Clean your toaster’s exterior more than the interior depending on how often you use it. Empty the toaster’s crumb tray regularly to keep the inside clean, avoid a burning smell, and deter pests. Leave ...