Expired Everyday Items You Should Toss Immediately (For Your Safety)

11. Blenders

Ends in: 5 to 8 years Cost on average: $30–$500* Although they don't combine smoothly forever, blenders are an essential kitchen tool for making sauces and smoothies. A decent mixer should last between five and eight years. Motor strength, blade sharpness, and usage frequency all affect how long a blade lasts. Blending efficiency can be decreased over time when motors lose power and blades dull.

Blenders ©Shutterstock/ovchinnikova_ksenya The life of your blender can be extended with routine cleaning and by avoiding overloading it. That being said, if you begin to notice a drop in performance, such as longer blending times or uneven textures, it could be time to get a new appliance to maintain the quality of your culinary creations.