I hear you on the silicone strainers—they’re way better than those old metal ones, but they still get gross fast. Anyone tried those mesh ones? I keep seeing them online but not sure if they’re actually easier to clean or just another thing to rinse out every day...
Mesh strainers are a mixed bag in my experience. They catch everything, but bits of food get stuck in the mesh and you end up scrubbing just as much—or more. Honestly, nothing out there is truly low maintenance, but at least they keep the pipes clear. Stick with what works for you... sometimes it’s just about picking your battles.
I get what you’re saying about mesh strainers—they’re a pain to clean, but they do the job. I’ve tried those silicone ones too, and honestly, they just let the smaller bits slip right through. At least with mesh, you know it’s catching everything, even if it means picking out soggy pasta bits every night.
Here’s my thing: is there really a “low maintenance” option that actually works? I feel like every so-called solution just shifts the hassle somewhere else. Either you’re cleaning the strainer or you’re dealing with slow drains down the line. Has anyone tried those flat stainless steel discs with the tiny holes? I’m skeptical they’d be any easier to keep clean, but maybe I’m missing something.
Curious if anyone’s found a middle ground that doesn’t involve scrubbing gunk out of mesh every other day... or am I just dreaming?
Honestly, I feel your pain—finding that “just right” strainer seems like an endless quest. I’ve tried those flat stainless discs and, while they’re easier to rinse off than mesh, they’re not exactly maintenance-free. Tiny food bits still get stuck, and if you don’t clear them out regularly, you’ll end up with that same slow drain problem. For what it’s worth, I started composting food scraps before they hit the sink, which cut down on the gunk a lot. Not a magic bullet, but it’s helped me keep both the strainer and the drain in better shape. Sometimes it really does feel like you’re just picking your battles...
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I think most folks underestimate how much regular maintenance matters. Even the “best” strainer’s gonna clog if you let stuff build up. I’ve seen people spend a fortune on fancy gadgets, but a quick rinse after every meal does more than any high-end strainer. Composting’s smart, though—cuts down on the mess before it even starts. Still, I’d argue a mesh strainer, cleaned daily, beats those flat discs for actually catching the gunk. Just my two cents...
