Common Dishwasher Mistakes to Avoid
Knowing what to wash by hand is only half the battle. To keep your machine running beautifully and your dishes sparkling, avoid these common pitfalls:
✅ Mistake 1: Overloading the Machine. The Fix: Water needs to circulate freely to clean your dishes. If you pack it too tightly, food and grease will just get redistributed. Leave a little breathing room between plates.
✅ Mistake 2: Ignoring the Filter. The Fix: The filter at the bottom of your dishwasher catches food particles. If it gets clogged, your dishes will come out dirty and the machine might smell. Pull it out and rinse it under the tap once a month.
✅ Mistake 3: Putting Plastics on the Bottom Rack. The Fix: The heating element is at the bottom of the dishwasher. The intense, direct heat can warp or even melt lightweight plastics. Always put Tupperware and plastic items on the
