Stop leaving your food waste bin on the kitchen worktop – this is where waste experts say you should try storing it during the summer
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During hot weather, I’ve accepted that I need to empty my food waste bin daily or it will start to stink.
Since the introduction of Simpler Recycling rules, every household in England will now have a food waste caddy in their kitchens.
If you’ve been struggling to stop your food waste bin from smelling , you might want to try this hack.
‘Storing a food waste bin in the freezer can be a good idea, particularly during hot weather when food waste tends to break down more quickly, leaving unwanted odours.
For those with limited freezer space, maintaining a clean food waste bin is usually a more practical long-term solution,’ concludes Jade.