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How to Clean your Dishwasher Inside!

March 2, 2016 By Heidi 11 Comments

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Keep your dishwasher sparkling clean with this easy tip for How to clean your Dishwasher Inside!  This simple trick is  such a game changer, and will have your dishwasher squeaky clean!

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How to Clean Your Dishwasher

How to Clean your Dishwasher Inside

So, when was the last time you cleaned your dishwasher?

Oh I know, dishwashers are supposed to be the ones doing the cleaning, right?  But have you ever noticed how dirty they can get inside?

Even though your dishwasher is used for cleaning, it has a way of building up residue from dish soap, grime from dirty dishes, and streaks on the interior door.

That’s why it’s time to learn How to Clean your Dishwasher Inside!

And guess what… this simple little trick works like a charm to deep clean the inside of your dishwasher!

Plus, it’s such a great way to remove buildup, streaks on the door, and sanitize your dishwasher all at the same time!

I’ve done this so many times, and every single time I’m still amazed at how incredible it looks!

So are you ready to say goodbye to grime and hello to sparkly clean?

You won’t believe how well this simple tip works!

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How to Clean your Dishwasher Inside

Dishwasher Cleaning Reviews

Here’s What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Dishwasher Cleaning Method…

Brenda writes: “Brilliant!”

Cathy writes: “Tried this and it worked great! Even removed a small mystery rust spot that I had!”

Janet writes: “Worked very well. This will be my go too!!”

Alma writes: “I tried it and It worked great!! Also so simple. Thank you so much for posting this”

Denise writes: “Worked great – thanks”

Kay writes: “This worked great!”

Kitty writes: “I have put vinegar in my dishwasher many times and it works great”

Talk about easy, right?

Who knew it was SO simple to get the inside of your dishwasher sparkling again?

Here’s what you’ll need to do…

What You’ll Need to Clean Your Dishwasher Inside

  • 1 cup of White Vinegar
  • Bowl, Mason Jar, or Glass Measuring Cup

How to Clean Your Dishwasher with Vinegar

How to Deep Clean Your Dishwasher Inside

Unload your dishwasher.

Then fill a glass measuring cup or bowl with 1 cup of White Vinegar.

Now carefully place the measuring cup or bowl on the top rack.

Don’t add anything else to the dishwasher… this will be a vinegar-only cycle.

Close up the dishwasher, and run a HOT cycle with HEAT dry. 

Once it’s done, carefully remove the bowl or glass, pour the vinegar down your kitchen sink drain, and you’ve got yourself a squeaky clean dishwasher!

How to Clean Your Dishwasher

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So have you tried this tip for How to Clean your Dishwasher Inside yet?

Leave a comment and share!

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    • Christie says

      January 4, 2021 at 1:41 pm

      Oh say what! I had no idea you could do this! Another fantastic trick that will save me money from buying those cleaning tablets

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        January 4, 2021 at 1:57 pm

        I know, right? It’s such a thrifty little trick, and it works SO well! 🙂

        Reply
    • Barbara says

      June 19, 2020 at 5:23 am

      our dishwasher was suppose to “clean itself”. Opened it the other day and could not believe the smell. I put cup of vinegar in the bottom rack and cup of baking soda in the top. When the cycle was over, my dishwasher was sparkling and all odors were gone.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 19, 2020 at 2:46 pm

        I’m so glad you liked the trick, Barbara… isn’t it amazing how well it works? 🙂

        Reply
    • Judee says

      May 4, 2020 at 5:30 pm

      I will give the bowl of vinegar a try in the dishwasher. I really never knew how to clean it. Thanks.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 4, 2020 at 6:37 pm

        You’re very welcome, Judee… I just love this little trick. It makes the inside of the door look so much cleaner, too! 🙂

        Reply
    • Pamela says

      March 2, 2016 at 3:35 pm

      Thanks for the tip, I’ve been using bleach, but, since we’re on a septic tank my husband has a fit! Read this in our local paper yesterday: Plumbers Tip
      Squirt some dishwashing liquid in your kitchen drains and let sit for 20 minutes then flush with hot water. It said to do it once a week and you’ll never have clogs from grease. I tried it last night but too early to tell results, figured it’s worth a shot!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        March 2, 2016 at 4:08 pm

        Interesting, Pamela… thanks so much for sharing that tip!

        Reply
      • Elle Hegge says

        April 3, 2016 at 10:50 am

        Pamela are you talking dishwasher detergent or dawn dish soap?
        Thank you
        Elle

        Reply
    • kate says

      March 2, 2016 at 1:11 pm

      nice!! quick and easy my only requirements!!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        March 2, 2016 at 4:08 pm

        I agree… easy and simple are the best kinds of cleaning tricks! 🙂

        Reply

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