Dishwasher Tips: How to get the best results every time

The dishwasher is the unsung hero in many kitchens. And like every hardworking appliance it needs the right products, regular TLC and the perfect approach to keep on delivering the best results.

Follow these tips:

The right products

Together, the following three products are essential to making your dishwasher clean dishes and glassware properly.

1. Detergent – To break down grease, food particles, and stains on dishes.
2. Rinse Aid – To prevent water spots and streaks and enhance the drying process.
3. Dishwasher Salt – To soften hard water and prevent limescale buildup inside the dishwasher and on dishes.

Regular TLC

Apart from using the products above, you also need to do a couple of maintenance tasks to prevent clogs and odours in the machine.

Do the following:

• Clean the filter every week or after a few uses.
• Wipe the door and gasket every few weeks.
• Clean the spray arms and check for blockages every month.

The perfect approach

By now you probably already have your own personal approach when it comes to packing the dishwasher.

However, here are a couple of failproof tips:

• Before loading, scrape off large food particles from dishes.
• Place plates, pots, and pans on the bottom rack, facing the centre.
• Place bowls at an angle to allow water to reach inside.
• Place glasses, mugs, cups, small bowls and containers upside down on the top rack.
• Place utensils in the basket with some handles up and some down.
• Avoid overloading and always ensure that nothing blocks the spray arms.
• Avoid loading the following items in the dishwasher: Cast iron, wooden items, nonstick pans, sharp knives, delicate glass, copper, brass, pewter, plastic (that doesn’t specify dishwasher safety), graters and zesters.

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