How to Make Your Own Dishwasher Cleaner

After many uses, your dishwasher can develop hard water buildup, stains, and odors. Not only are these problems unpleasant; they can also affect the performance of your dishwasher. Learn how to make your own affordable homemade cleaner to keep your dishwasher in tip-top shape.

What You’ll Need:

• 1/2 cup of white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of baking soda

Directions:Simply pour the white vinegar and baking soda into your empty dishwasher. Next, start the dishwasher and allow it to run through a complete cycle. Repeat this process once a month to remove hard water buildup, stains, grime, and odor.

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