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Cynthia Lawrence

Why are my dishes still dirty after running the dishwasher? Here’s what the appliance experts say, and how to fix it

Dirty dishes in dishwasher.

If there's one appliance that has made my household chores a breeze, it has to be my dishwasher. And if you run a busy household, work from home or simply don’t want to get your hands dirty, having one of the best dishwashers can be a lifesaver in the kitchen.

However, it's slightly frustrating when I've spotted stubborn stains, or stuck-on food after a washing cycle. What's more, I'll need to rewash those plates, making it more costly in the long-term. I couldn't understand why, since the dishwasher tablet promised a "sparkling clean". So why are my dishes still dirty after being washed in a dishwasher?

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