Case in point: these custom trash-can liners that have completely changed cleaning expert and staff writer Caroline Mullen’s garbage-day game. Do you need custom-made liners for your trash can?

EKO Madison Brushed Stainless 13.2-Gallon Step Trash Can ($80 at Amazon) This can looks good and is a great value, but we didn't like pulling out the inner liner basket with the bag each time our ...

Begin by emptying the trash can completely and disassembling any removable parts, like a liner or lid. Rinse all parts of the bin separately with hot water. 'For stubborn debris, rinse the can ...