{"id":13119,"date":"2024-03-14T04:53:58","date_gmt":"2024-03-14T04:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/?p=13119"},"modified":"2024-03-14T04:54:15","modified_gmt":"2024-03-14T04:54:15","slug":"a-guide-to-dishwasher-deep-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/a-guide-to-dishwasher-deep-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"Giving Your Dishwasher Some TLC: A Guide to Deep Cleaning"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hey there! So, your dishwasher \u2013 the unsung hero of your <\/span>kitchen<\/span><\/a>, silently taking care of those dirty dishes day in and day out. But have you ever stopped to think about giving it a little love in return? I mean, it works hard for you, so why not show it some appreciation with a deep clean? It’s not as dreadful as it sounds, so don’t worry. Let’s break it down in a casual, easy-to-follow way.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n

Read Below to learn how To <\/strong>Dishwasher <\/strong>Deep Cleaning:<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Step 1: Empty it Out<\/strong><\/h3>\n

First things first, let’s clear the stage. Take out all the<\/span> dishes, utensils,<\/span><\/a> and whatever else might be hanging out in there. Give it a quick once-over to make sure nothing is lurking in the corners.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 2: Remove and Clean the Filter<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Now, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty \u2013 the filter. This little guy is responsible for catching food particles and other gunk, so it’s bound to need some attention. A detachable filter is typically found at the bottom of dishwashers. Pop it out and rinse it under warm water to clear away any debris. If it’s grimy, a gentle scrub with a brush can do wonders.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 3: Wipe Down the Interior<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Take a damp cloth or sponge and give the interior of the dishwasher a good <\/span>wipe-down<\/span><\/a>. Pay special attention to the door seals and edges, where grime tends to accumulate. A little bit of mild detergent can help cut through any stubborn grease or residue.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 4: Tackle the Sprayer Arms<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Those spinning arms inside your dishwasher play a crucial role in getting your dishes clean. But over time, they can get clogged with mineral deposits or food particles. Remove the sprayer arms (they usually just twist off) and rinse them thoroughly under running water. Use a toothpick or small brush to clear out any obstructions in the nozzles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 5: Deodorise and Descale<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If your dishwasher has started to develop a funky smell or if you live in an area with hard water, it’s a good idea to give it a deodorizing and descaling treatment. You can do this by placing a cup of white vinegar on the top rack and running a hot water cycle. The vinegar will help break down any lingering odors and mineral buildup.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 6: Finish with a Rinse<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Once you’ve completed all the steps, do a <\/span>final rinse cycle<\/span><\/a> to ensure everything is sparkling clean. You can even toss in a dishwasher-safe bowl filled with baking soda on the top rack for an extra freshening boost.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Dishwasher<\/a><\/p>\n

Keep Clean With Effly\u2019s Cleaning Steps:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

And there you have it \u2013 your dishwasher is now squeaky deep clean and ready to tackle another round of dirty dishes with the<\/span> deep cleaning<\/span><\/a> steps given above. Pat yourself on the back for showing your trusty appliance some well-deserved TLC. Happy dishwashing!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Hey there! So, your dishwasher \u2013 the unsung hero of your kitchen, silently taking care of those dirty dishes day in and day out. But have you ever stopped to think about giving it a little love in return? I mean, it works hard for you, so why not show it some appreciation with a […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":13120,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"default","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[85,5],"tags":[196],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13119"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13119"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13119\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13124,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13119\/revisions\/13124"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/13120"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13119"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13119"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blog.effly.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13119"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}