In the realm of household chores, the dishwasher stands as a beacon of convenience, saving us from the drudgery of hand-washing plates and cutlery. But even the most advanced dishwashers can leave us with the damp disappointment of soggy dishes. That's where a simple yet genius hack comes into play, and it's taking the internet by storm!

Content creator Rachael Eppley has revealed a trick that promises to banish the bane of wet dishes once and for all. The secret? A humble tea towel. That's right, the solution to your dishwasher woes doesn't require fancy tools or expensive products, just a clean tea towel from your kitchen drawer.

Rachael Eppley shared a dishwasher drying hack: place a tea towel in the door right after the cycle finishes. Credit: Tiktok / Rachael Eppley

Here's how it works: as soon as your dishwasher cycle finishes, open the door and place a clean tea towel over it, then close the door again. This allows the towel to absorb the excess moisture, leaving your dishes perfectly dry and ready to be put away. No more reaching for a dishcloth to finish the job the dishwasher started!

But timing is crucial. Rachael emphasizes that for this hack to be effective, you must hang the towel immediately after the cycle ends. This ensures that the steam inside the dishwasher condenses on the towel rather than resettling on your dishes.

The response to this hack has been overwhelmingly positive, with many homeowners expressing their amazement at such a straightforward solution. 'I just leave the door cracked open for a few hours after it's finished and they're dry,' shared one satisfied user. Another exclaimed, 'Yup! Our dishwasher is the worst at drying, but this does the trick!'

This isn't the only dishwasher revelation making waves online. Last year, an Australian Instagram account, @truearthmovementuser, demonstrated how to reposition the cutlery holder in certain dishwasher models to create more space for larger items. By either placing the holder on the side of the door or hanging it on the bottom drawer, you can free up valuable real estate for those bulky pots and pans.

But what about the dishwasher itself? Over time, these trusty appliances can accumulate grime and gunk, which can affect their performance. Mom-of-two Chantel Mila shared her method for giving dishwashers a deep clean. She recommends removing and washing the filter, then placing a cup of white vinegar on the top shelf and running the dishwasher on the hottest cycle. This not only cleans the interior but also helps to flush out any residue in the pipes.

The beauty of these hacks lies in their simplicity and the fact that they use everyday items found in most homes. They serve as a reminder that sometimes, the best solutions are the ones that are right under our noses—or in this case, in our kitchen drawers.

So, next time you unload your dishwasher only to find your dishes still dripping, remember Rachael's tea towel trick. And while you're at it, why not give your dishwasher a spa day with Chantel's deep clean method? Your dishes, and your future self, will thank you.

Watch Rachael Eppley’s full video here:

Source: Tiktok / Rachael Eppley​

Key Takeaways

• Rachael Eppley shared a dishwasher drying hack which involves placing a tea towel in the door immediately after the cycle finishes.
• Feedback suggests the hack might not completely dry the dishes unless done correctly, with Rachael advising to hang the towel as soon as the cycle ends.
• Another woman went viral for sharing a hack to create more space inside the dishwasher, involving repositioning the cutlery holder.
• Mom-of-two Chantel Mila revealed her method for deep cleaning dishwashers using white vinegar to ensure the machine and dishes remain clean and bright.

We'd love to hear from you, our savvy Seniors Discount Club members! Have you tried these dishwasher hacks? Do you have any of your own tips and tricks for keeping your dishes and dishwasher in tip-top shape? Share your experiences in the comments below and let's help each other make household chores a breeze!

 

[IAN3005]

If the dishwasher (mine has never been used. Still brand new) comes to the end of the cycle and you still have to take these measures then the appliance is useless.
Never believed in a domestic dishwasher... especially if it relied on hot water. Uses far to much hot water.
All my washing up is done with cold water.

 

[NotNats]

I have owned and used a dish washer for over 30 yrs and have never had so called wet plates at the end of it's cycle.

 

[Nevertiki]

Sounds like a handy idea if your dishwasher is faulty. Perhaps the settings are not suitable for the load. My dishwasher dries everything with hot air so only curved plastic items sometimes have drops on them.