Results: Things You Never Knew You Could Put in the Dishwasher
Published on 04/29/2016
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1.
1.
Which items are you aware of that you can put in the dishwasher (items 1 - 7)?
1. Small Plastic Toys - Disinfect them by putting them in a mesh lingerie bag on the top shelf of your dishwasher. Then just let the normal cycle run.
40%
837 votes
2. Flip Flops - Hook dirty flip flops into the top rack so they stay in place during high water pressure cycles.
20%
419 votes
3. Hairbrushes - Remove any stray hairs and drop your brush in the silverware tray for a thorough cleanse. Remember: Only plastic brushes or combs.
20%
423 votes
4. Potatoes - Cut your preparation time and wash your spuds on a rinse-only cycle (no detergent!) on the top shelf.
11%
232 votes
5. Rain Boots - Remove the liners and lay them down horizontally.
10%
219 votes
6. Refrigerator Shelves - Throw those shelves in with your other dishes.
25%
517 votes
7. Penholders - If they are metal or plastic, toss them in your next dishwasher load.
10%
218 votes
na
41%
862 votes
Other (please specify)
1%
28 votes
| Other Answers | Percentage | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| 0.21% | 8 | |
| baseball caps | 0.05% | 2 |
| toothbrushes | 0.05% | 2 |
| Dishes | 0.03% | 1 |
| Men's hats | 0.03% | 1 |
| Small plastic garbage cans | 0.03% | 1 |
| baseball hats, discloths, range hood filters | 0.03% | 1 |
| baseball hats | 0.03% | 1 |
| Head caps | 0.03% | 1 |
| Dishes, pots and pans, etc | 0.03% | 1 |
| keyboard | 0.03% | 1 |
| condoms | 0.03% | 1 |
| dishes! | 0.03% | 1 |
| na | 0.03% | 1 |
| All | 0.03% | 1 |
| car seats | 0.03% | 1 |
| keyboards (minus electronics) | 0.03% | 1 |
| Base caps, Computer keyboards, Sponges, basically anything that you can get wet | 0.03% | 1 |
| Children | 0.03% | 1 |
2.
2.
Which items are you aware of that you can put in the dishwasher (items 8 - 13)?
8. Stove Knobs - If they are removable, throw them in the silverware tray.
18%
386 votes
9. Bathroom Items - Soap dishes to bathtub drain plugs to toothbrush holders. All of them can be cleaned on the top rack with your other dishes.
30%
618 votes
10. Nail Clippers and Tweezers - Most cosmetic tools like nail clippers and tweezers are dishwasher safe. You can even wash plastic makeup brushes.
15%
322 votes
11. Pet Toys and Bowls - Your furry friend's toys and food bowl are probably safe to put in the dishwasher
34%
718 votes
12. Razors - When you wash them in a dishwasher, use liquid detergent. Tablets can leave grit on the metal.
7%
138 votes
13. Sponges - Putting sponges in a regular load on the 'heated dry' setting, or the hottest cycle your dishwasher has (can kill 99.9 percent of germs).
33%
683 votes
na
39%
808 votes
Other (please specify)
1%
11 votes
| Other Answers | Percentage | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| 0.19% | 7 | |
| All | 0.05% | 2 |
| Neighbors kids | 0.03% | 1 |
| Fork and spoon | 0.03% | 1 |
3.
3.
Have you tried washing any of the items in your dishwasher before (that is if you own a dishwasher)? Yes
31%
637 votes
No
37%
768 votes
Undecided
4%
90 votes
Not Applicable
28%
593 votes
4.
4.
If you said no to question #3, will you try washing these items in your dishwasher? Yes
15%
323 votes
No
21%
439 votes
Undecided
13%
275 votes
Not Applicable
50%
1051 votes
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