dishwasher cleaning effectiveness explained

Cleaning With Dishwasher: What Works and What Doesn’T

To get dishes truly clean in your dishwasher, use detergents formulated for your water type and set the water temperature between 120°F and 150°F. Choose cycles based on soil level—for example, heavy duty for pots and delicate for glass. Avoid putting wood, fragile ceramics, or non-dishwasher plastics inside. Pre-scrape and pre-soak stubborn residues, and maintain…

toothpaste for cleaning tasks

How to Use Toothpaste for Unexpected Cleaning Tasks

You can use toothpaste for surprising cleaning jobs around your home. It gently polishes silverware, removes crayon marks from walls without damage, and clears up cloudy headlights with its mild abrasives. It also tackles scuff marks on shoes and brightens stained fingernails. Just apply a small amount, rub gently, then rinse and dry. These easy…