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How to Wash a Dish Drainer

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By Kaye Morris
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The days of washing dishes by hand are just about gone, but some dishes don't fare well in automatic dishwashers. Hand-washing is the best way to maintain special dishes in pristine condition. A dish drainer holds the dishes in a way that allows them to dry completely without touching each other or the surface of the counter or cabinets. A dish drainer should be washed every two weeks in order to keep it hygienically suited for holding clean dishes. Washing a dish drainer is a simple process that any homeowner can manage with ease.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Dishwashing liquid
  • Bleach
  • Sponge
  • Medium-bristled brush or nylon scouring pad (optional)
  • Soft cloth
  1. Step 1

    Plug the drain in the kitchen sink and pour one tbsp. of dishwashing liquid into the sink.

  2. Step 2

    Fill the sink three-quarters full with hot water.

  3. Step 3

    Add one tbsp. of bleach to the hot water to kill bacteria, mold and mildew.

  4. Step 4

    Place the dish drainer in the sink and allow it to soak for 10 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Wet a sponge with the sink water and wipe the drainer to remove any stains. If stains are more persistent, use a medium-bristled brush or a nylon scouring pad to scrub away the stains.

  6. Step 6

    Drain the water from the sink and thoroughly rinse the dish drainer in cool water. Make sure you remove all traces of bleach from the drainer.

  7. Step 7

    Dry the drainer with a soft cloth.

Tips & Warnings
  • Always wear gloves when working with bleach.
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