The machine in your kitchen that cleans your dishes also needs to be cleaned from time to time.
Grease, soap scum and debris build up and provide a breeding ground for germs. This also reduces the efficiency of the appliance leaving your dishes looking dirty.
Here are some simple steps for cleaning your dishwasher:
Clear the drain
Remove the bottom rack. Inspect the drain and remove any debris or food caught in there.
Vinegar Wash
Put a dishwasher-safe with one cup of vinegar on the top rack. Run the dishwasher through a hot-water cycle.
Baking Soda Rinse
Sprinkle baking soda across the bottom of the dishwasher. Run a short, hot-water cycle.
Possibly Bleach
If your dishwasher still isn’t as clean as you’d like, you may consider running a cycle with bleach (not recommended for stainless steel interiors).
