Make your glassware shine again: Add white vinegar to your dishwasher

A dishwasher is an indispensable tool in our kitchen. But what if the daily routine of washing the dishes can be quite unfulfilling, especially when we pull cloudy glasses covered with an unpleasant film from the dishwasher. There is nothing more frustrating than re-washing dishes that are supposed to be clean. What if we told you there's a simple trick that will restore the shine to your glassware and prevent hard water deposits? The key to crystal clear glasses lies in one simple ingredient – white vinegar.

White magic in your kitchen

The dishwasher can be a real savior, especially honey holidays periods when the dishes pile up. But what if, instead of impeccably clean dishes, we pull cloudy and speckled glasses out of the machine, which need to be washed again by hand? Hard water is often to blame for these white deposits that spoil the shine of your dishes. Fortunately, there is a simple solution - add a few drops of white vinegar to the dishwasher just before starting the cycle.

How does vinegar work?

White vinegar is an indispensable ingredient in every kitchen, because in addition to many culinary properties, it also has incredible cleaning properties. Its acid acts as a natural descaling agent, dissolves grease stains and removes soap residue, making it the perfect choice for achieving sparkling clean dishes. In addition, vinegar neutralizes unpleasant odors, which means that your dishes will not only be shiny, but also smell fresh.

Correct use of vinegar in the dishwasher

To get the full benefits of vinegar, make sure your dishwasher is full - this is the most environmentally friendly way to use it. Next, place a small container half-filled with white vinegar in the top drawer of the dishwasher. Stabilize the container well so that it stays in place during the cycle. It is important not to pour the vinegar directly into the rinse compartment as this can damage the seals in the machine. Then add the usual amount of detergent and start the wash cycle. The vinegar will distribute evenly throughout the machine during the wash and ensure sparkling clean dishes.

From time to time, vinegar can also be used to clean the inside of your dishwasher. Simply empty the machine and run the hot water cycle, placing only a container of white vinegar in the machine. This simple process will remove any limescale residue and freshen the inside of the machine, extending its life and improving washing performance.