But doing a deeper cleaning is necessary every so often.

Thankfully, deep cleaning a blender is relatively simple but it does require a few extra steps and time.

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How Often Should You Deep-Clean The Blender?

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The frequency you use your blender will determine how often you should deep clean.

Every few weeks should do the trick, says Stapf.

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What Cleaning Mixture Should You Use?

Why Does My Blender Still Smell?

If youve wondered whats going on after washing and air-drying and you still notice odors, this is normal.

Thats because food can build up or sneak into crevices within the gasket, seal, or blades.

Its not uncommon for there to be odors in a blender even after a normal washing.