How to wash dishes sustainably in the dishwasher

Do you often use the dishwasher but sometimes the dishes don't come out as clean as you'd like? Do you notice that some items of crockery still have some grease on them?

Find out how you can avoid these problems and keep your dishes clean and shiny in a sustainable way.

How to wash dishes sustainably in the dishwasher?

There are several options for taking care of your dishes, but not all of them are environmentally friendly. Did you know that you can now wash your dishes in the dishwasher with a 100% ecological detergent?

Eco-friendly dishwasher detergent

So that you can take care of your kitchen and, in this specific case, your dishes in a sustainable way, EcoX has a solution: a product not tested on animals and made with at least 95% of products of natural origin.

Our ecological powder detergent for dishwashers is free from dyes , perfumes and phosphates and is suitable for washing dishes with normal soiling (put a tablespoon in the detergent compartment) and for very dirty dishes (put 2 tablespoons in the appropriate compartment).

It is not necessary to use regenerating salt in each wash as this powder detergent contains many sequestrants.

If you are one of those people who likes to see their dishes shine, especially glazed ones, you can use vinegar, which is a more sustainable option and has the same effect as conventional rinse aids.

Each package contains 67 doses and it is important to note that this ecological detergent is not suitable for washing crystal dishes, silver cutlery and hand-painted porcelain.

Complementary utensils for washing dishes

For dishes that you don't usually wash in the dishwasher, such as frying pans, serving dishes or very large pots, we also have some useful utensils:

• Wooden brush: made from sustainable wood and natural bristles, it is ideal for washing pans, bottles, plates and glasses;
• Wooden dish brush: made with natural vegetable fiber bristles, it is suitable for washing plates, pans, pots or serving dishes;
• Brush: made of natural bristles and a cotton tip, it allows for effective cleaning of the base of bottles, baby bottles, cups or jars;
• Loofah: this plant-based sponge, in addition to being used as a bath sponge and for cleaning the house, has the particular advantage of not scratching dishes.

And how to clean the dishwasher?

The dishwasher is a household appliance that is used all year round and, in many homes, practically every day.

That's why it's important to take care of it regularly to prevent the build-up of limescale, grease and residues that cause bad odours. With this care, you can also keep your dishes looking like new: clean and shiny.

Here are some steps you can follow to clean your dishwasher:

1. Remove all the dishes from the machine and then check for any small food remains that should also be removed from the inside. You can also remove the filter and clean it.
2. Place a container of vinegar on the top rack of the dishwasher (you can also use baking soda instead of vinegar)
3. Start cleaning with a hot water program
4. For a thorough cleaning, you can also wipe the edges and door with a cloth soaked in vinegar.

Putting the dishes in the dishwasher is an almost or even daily task for many people. This is a step that can now be taken sustainably every day.

Author: Daniela Matos