If your dishwasher has a filter, clean it regularly to keep the machine in tip-top shape. Dishwashers are, for many, invaluable household appliances that efficiently clean and sanitize dishes. But ...

Keeping your dishwasher in tip-top condition is a must, especially if you depend on it daily. A key part of that is learning ...

We have good news and bad news regarding this trusty piece of kitchen equipment. The bad news is that your dishwasher has a filter you’ve probably never opened or bothered to clean (and which you ...

About this tip: Many people don’t realize that there is a filter in the bottom of the dishwasher that traps food particles and debris. This must be cleaned. If not, your dishes will have this smelly ...

An expert recommends cleaning your dishwasher once a month (Getty). There's nothing worse than emptying your dishwasher and finding leftover gunk stuck in cups that are supposed to be clean. Often, ...

The dishes can't get clean if the appliances isn't. Have you been using the same sponge to handwash dishes for years? I’d hazard a guess that you haven’t. Even though a sponge is a tool that cleans ...

I'm a writer and editor focused on baby and kids gear. Sure, a dishwasher cleans our dishes, but many people don’t realize we also need to clean this workhorse of a kitchen appliance separately as ...

If you're noticing a funky odor or filmy residue on your dishes, then a dirty dishwasher might be the culprit. Over time, grease, food, and mineral buildup leaves behind odd smells and even bacteria.

Dishwashers can save you time, energy and elbow grease — and get your cups, plates and bowls sparkling clean. In return, though, they need a little love and care to keep doing their job effectively.