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Chiana Dickson

The 3 worst things you can do to your dishwasher – these will shave years off your appliance's lifespan

Blue kitchen with stone tile floors and dishwasher.

Dishwashers are essential for many households, and for good reason. Whilst regular maintenance will make yours last longer, mistakes in usage will shorten their lifespan.

Everyday slip-ups such as always running a full cycle, forgetting to clean out strainers and surprisingly, rinsing your dishes before loading, could be damaging your dishwasher and shaving years off their longevity, our panel of experts have revealed.

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