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The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher – Condo Cleaning Service Toronto
October 27, 2017

The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher – Condo Cleaning Service Toronto

 

We use them all the time to clean our dishes, but do you know the dirty truth about your dishwasher? In reality, we take our appliances for granted- especially when it comes to our dishwasher. However, you’re not alone in thinking that your dishwasher is self-cleaning. In fact, just like your kitchen sink, your dishwasher is dirtier than you can imagine! To put it another way, just think about all the food and grime that’s piled up over your many dishwashing cycles…gross.

 

Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Dishwasher
Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Dishwasher

 

Perhaps you’ve noticed a strange smell, or a layer of grease or sludge emanating from your trusted dishwasher. Either way, it’s time to give your partner-in-clean a cleaning of it’s own! In fact, you should add ‘dishwasher’ to your monthly home cleaning routine. Not sure how to start? Just follow these simple steps to get your dirty dishwasher looking & smelling clean. Plus, it’ll run way smoother than before.

 

1. Clean the Exterior

 

First, begin by wiping down the exterior of your dishwasher. While plastic covered washers only require a sponge and hot soapy water, stainless steel covers should be wiped with a glass cleaner. Whichever method you use to clean, your exterior will be free from smudges, fingerprints and grime- at least for a few hours.

 

Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Smudge
Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Smudge

 

In order to keep the electronics from being damaged, avoid spraying cleaning agents directly on the front of the dirty dishwasher. In other words, the moisture from the cleaning agents could damage the electronics. To avoid catastrophe, just spray the cleaner onto a microfiber cloth or paper towel and wipe away!

 

2. Clean the Filter

 

Nowadays, dishwashing machines are being made with filters instead of grinders. In fact, this is the reason why dishwashers are so quiet now! However, the downside to filters is that they end up trapping food scraps, consequently smelling up your kitchen. To learn more, check out this article that explains what happens to leftover food in your dishwasher.

 

Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Sink
Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Sink

 

Ready to get started? First, pull out the bottom rack and remove the filter system. It may look overwhelming, but the filter is just several interlocking parts. Next, look for the center cylinder and unscrew it, allowing you to gently lift it out. After, take it the pieces apart and start cleaning them individually in the sink. Furthermore, make sure you have a small brush on hand to get out any little particles, like coffee grinds and other grainy residues. Alternatively, simply remove the filter and soak it in warm soapy water for 10 minutes.

 

3. Clean the Spray Arm

 

While you have the bottom rack out, let’s talk about the spray arm. After doing a visual check for any food scraps, gently lift the arm off it’s base. Once it’s out, rinse the arm under the tap and inspect it for any clogged holes.

 

 

Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher ToothPicks
Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Toothpicks

 

In the event of clogging, take a toothpick, wooden skewer or coat hanger to poke it out. In order to do the best job, make sure all holes are un-clogged. Once this is done, you can reinstall the arm and the filter system.

 

4. Deodorize & Sanitize

 

Finally, it’s time to sanitize and deodorize the cavernous part of your dishwasher. Not surprisingly, white vinegar is all you need to sanitize and deodorize foul odors!

 

Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher White Vinegar
Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher white vinegar

 

Once you’re satisfied with the cleanliness of your filter and spray arm, pour a cup of vinegar and baking soda into the bottom of the dirty dishwasher and let it sit for a few hours. Lastly, it’s time to run a normal cleaning cycle. By the end, you’ll be left with a dishwasher that’s just as clean as the dishes it produces!

 

What Are You Waiting For?

 

Ultimately, cleaning your dirty dishwasher at least once a month is the key to keeping it healthy. Plus, wouldn’t it be nice to feel confident in the cleanliness of your dishes, cutlery and glassware?

 

Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Stainless Steel
Clean T.O The Dirty Truth About Your Dishwasher Stainless Steel

 

At the end of the day, a dirty dishwasher will not be the reason your neighbors hate you. However, the rancid smell might make you hate your home. With that said, it’s important to keep your appliances clean while also taking proactive measures like aromatherapy to keep your house smelling fresh.

 

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