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OXO silicone sink strainer: invert the basket, empty debris, and wash

The OXO Good Grips Silicone Sink Strainer (SKU 1308200) can be lifted by its center post and inverted to empty food debris. OXO labels it dishwasher-safe.

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Sink strainers can hold food scraps that are awkward to remove. This particular OXO model combines stainless steel and silicone, and its basket turns inside out. Dishwasher advice applies to the named model, not every strainer.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Clear standing water and remove large scraps from the sink. Do not disassemble the plumbing beneath the drain.
Confirm that yours is the OXO Good Grips Silicone Sink Strainer, SKU 1308200. Other strainers may have different designs and care requirements.
Grip the center post and lift the strainer gently out of the drain without tugging on plumbing components.
Turn the flexible silicone basket inside out and tip trapped food scraps into the trash. Do not push clumps down the drain.
Rinse away remaining residue and wipe gently as necessary. OXO officially labels this specific model dishwasher-safe.
Drain excess water, restore the basket's shape and seat it properly over the drain. Consider replacement if it is torn or deformed.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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