Which dishes can be washed in the dishwasher

You probably know that not all dishes are suitable for the dishwasher. Some materials can become damaged, lose their shine or simply aren't built for automatic washing. We'll tell you which dishes are safe to wash in the dishwasher and which ones to watch out for.

How to wash dishes in the dishwasher: 3 golden rules

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions
Probably the most basic rule of thumb is to check that the dishes are dishwasher safe before washing them for the first time. Commercial dishwasher detergents are chlorine based and can irreversibly damage the surface of the dishes, and especially with high quality expensive dishes, you would be very sorry.
The right programme
Yes a dishwasher saves time and money, but provided you use it properly. Many people, in an attempt to save on energy and water bills, turn the dishwasher on the shortest programme and that is a mistake. A short wash will use more water and heat it to a higher temperature, which ends up costing more than longer cycles. Check the manual for your machine to see how much water the dishwasher uses on which program. You might reconsider your current washing routine and opt for cheaper programmes.
Correct layout
You probably feel like you have to use every millimetre of space to 100 per cent and cram the dishwasher to bursting, but that's not right either. DishesThe must not overlap anywhere and must not obstruct the washing arms. You'll definitely save more energy, both yours and the electric one, by filling the dishwasher less and making sure everything gets washed. You waste extra water by washing in the sink.

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Why get a dishwasher: 3 great reasons

You've probably already considered a dishwasher and still haven't decided to buy one. If you're renovating your kitchen and have the space, don't hesitate. Your investment in a dishwasher will pay you back in more than just money.

Saves water and energy
Washing in the dishwasher not only saves water, as the washing programmes are very water-efficient, but also energy. Less electricity is used to heat the water in one wash cycle than washing the same amount of dishes in the sink. With energy-saving dishwashers, the annual savings can be up to thousands of crowns.
Time is money
In life, everything cannot just be converted into money, and time in particular has an incalculable value nowadays. We assume you'd rather spend an afternoon with friends or family than with your hands in the sink. Thanks to the dishwasher, cleaning up after lunch will be a matter of minutes, when plates a dishes load into the dishwasher, close the door and it's clean.
Your hands will be relieved
Prolonged soaking in warm water breaks down the protective film on the hands, which then become more sensitive and may develop eczema or rashes. Common dishwashing detergents do not help the damage to the hands, even though advertisements claim they are gentle on the skin. No they are not! Degreased skin without a protective film is not healthy.

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What dishes are not allowed in the dishwasher?

KnivesA: They get dull quickly and easily in the dishwasher.
Copper, cast iron and steel cookwareA: It is sensitive to aggressive cleaning agents, the dishwasher would damage their surface and natural non-stick layer.
Utensils with wooden or bamboo partsA: The dishwasher can distort the wood, causing it to crack or warp.
Tableware with handmade decorations or printingA: Washing cycles may damage patterns or coloured surfaces.
Pressure cookers and their lidsA: If they have rubber seals, these can be damaged in the dishwasher.
Parts of mixers and robots with electronics: Simply because electronics must not come into contact with water.
Plastics: This is especially true for thin plastics, which can deform due to high temperatures. In addition, plastics can trap odours from the dishwasher.

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Dishes for the dishwasher: a tip for the end

Buying quality cookware is a big investment that we plan for several years in advance. Don't let your negligence ruin your new cookware. The damage can't be undone and you will be left with nothing but eyes to cry on.