A WOMAN has revealed seven random things you didn’t know you could put in your dishwasher.
So if you’ve got a dishwasher but only use it for plates, bowls and cutlery, you’ve come to the right place.
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As well as glasses, mugs, pots and pans, according to one cleaning enthusiast, there’s seven other items that can be cleaned without having to stand at the sink and scrub.
Ida, who often shares cleaning motivation content online, got candid on seven items she puts in her dishwasher, as she urged people to clean “smarter not harder.”
In a short video posted on social media, viewers saw Ida cleaning her kitchen.
Moments later, the blonde beauty began to load up her dishwasher, as she said: “Here are seven random things you can clean in your dishwasher.”
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But rather than stack her kitchen gadget with knives and forks, she began by putting in her plastic hairbrushes.
Before doing so, Ida stressed the importance of removing the hair first.
After this, Ida explained that she also puts silicone phone cases and Scrub Daddy sponges in the dishwasher to get them sparkling.
Not only this, but she also adds in her electric cleaning brush attachments, as well as her Stanley cups and large tumblers.
But that’s not all, as well as putting the filter from her range hood in her dishwasher, she also uses the gadget to get a kitchen essential looking brand new.
Rather than wasting time removing stubborn stains from her microwave glass plate, she adds it into the bottom of her dishwasher and it doesn’t take long to get it sparkling.
Alongside her video, Ida advised: “Make sure that the items you put are dishwasher safe and choose a cycle with 55–65°C (130–150°F) temperature.”
She also recommended: “Some items might need pre soaking first.”
Big divide
Ida’s TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @cleaningwithida, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly gone viral and racked up 1.1 million views.
Not only this, but it’s also amassed 86,000 likes, 232 comments and 8,134 saves.
Why have I never thought of the hairbrush or microwave glass plate?
TikTok user
Social media users were stunned by Ida’s clip and eagerly flocked to the comments to share their thoughts.
One person said: “Taking this as my sign to wash my brushes!”
Another added: “You just opened my eyes with the filters.”
The household items you’re not cleaning often enough
IF you want to ensure your home is squeaky clean, you’ll need to listen up. Below are the household items you’re forgetting to clean, and how to get them sparkling…
Remote Controls: Wipe with a disinfectant cloth. Use a cotton bud for crevices.
Light Switches: Wipe with a disinfectant wipe. Use a mild soap solution for tough stains.
Door Handles: Clean with an antibacterial spray. Wipe down regularly.
Underneath and Behind Appliances: Vacuum or sweep regularly. Mop with a suitable cleaner.
Shower Curtains and Liners: Wash in the washing machine. Use a bleach solution for stubborn mildew.
Kitchen Sponges and Dishcloths: Microwave damp sponges for one minute. Wash dishcloths in the washing machine.
Computer Keyboards and Mice: Use compressed air to remove debris. Wipe with a disinfectant wipe.
A third commented: “Why have I never thought of the hairbrush or microwave glass plate?”
Meanwhile, someone else penned: “As well as shoes! Honestly super helpful as regular washers are loud and don’t clean all the way… but I always use the dishwasher (ofc the shoes by themselves) and then let them air dry!”
However, not everyone was as convinced by Ida’s dishwasher advice.
One user claimed: “This I will never do.”
Make sure to choose a cycle with 55-65°C temperature
Ida
A second user slammed: “But at the same time?.. Nope.”
Whilst another person asked: “Wouldn’t the brushes and phone cases melt?”
To this, Ida wrote back and penned: “It could be possible if you run a cycle that’s too hot, I’ve never had that issue myself.
“I wrote all the details in the caption, but make sure to choose a cycle with 55-65°C temperature.”
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