There are some things that we should not be putting in our dishwashers, experts say.
Plates, mugs and cutlery are some common items that we pile into dishwashers after meals. But there are certain things that can be scratched or damaged, so are best cleaned by hand, reports the Liverpool Echo.
To help people identify what can be safely washed through the dishwasher and what should be avoided, consumer experts at Which? have listed some of the most important ones you should know about.