How to Clean Lime Deposits Off the Wall of My Dishwasher

Lime, or lime scale, is an unsightly, white deposit that builds up on surfaces repeatedly exposed to hard water with a high-lime content. Lime deposits are common in showers, washing machines and dishwashers. A buildup of lime makes it more difficult for your dishwasher to clean your dishes effectively. Use a simple vinegar and lemon rinse to clean the lime deposits from the interior of your dishwasher. Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Glass measuring cup
  • White vinegar
  • 3 lemons
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Instructions

    • 1

      Mix 2 cups of white vinegar and the juice of three lemons in a glass measuring cup.

    • 2

      Pour the vinegar and lemon juice mixture into the bottom of your dishwasher.

    • 3

      Close the dishwasher door. Program the dishwasher to run a regular washing cycle.

Tips & Warnings

  • Give the inside of your dishwasher a thorough cleaning every two to three months to keep things running smoothly. Wipe down the inside of the dishwasher with a soft, damp cloth and a paste made of dishwasher detergent and water. Clean any debris out of the filter screen in the bottom of the dishwasher.

  • Do not use dishwasher detergent when running the cycle with vinegar and lemon juice.

  • Avoid using the vinegar and lemon juice rinse too frequently; both are acids, which may damage the interior of your dishwasher with overuse.

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