Can you wash knives in the dishwasher: yes, if you want to "kill" the equipment

20.07.2023 13:27

Probably, every housewife, if given such a choice, would prefer to send dirty dishes to the dishwasher rather than spend minutes scrubbing off food residue with a sponge held in her own hands.

Indeed, such household appliances can significantly reduce the time it takes us to put cups and plates in order.

However, you shouldn’t consider a dishwasher as a panacea that can solve all problems at once – some products are contraindicated for this cleaning method.

First of all, we are talking about knives. Why? Read this article.

The whole point is that during the washing process the knife can move from its intended place, thereby damaging the device from the inside.

Dishwasher
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Potential harm threatens not only the dishwasher, but also the sharp appliances themselves.

According to housewives who, through ignorance, allowed the dishwasher to perform such a delicate job, the surface of the knives became dull and their blades became dull much faster.

Here are some good reasons why you should avoid cleaning your knives in the dishwasher.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Internet resource editor