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20 Surprising Things You Can Wash in the Dishwasher—You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner!
We all know the dishwasher is a kitchen MVP when it comes to tackling dirty plates, forks, and glasses. But what if we told you it’s also a cleaning powerhouse for so much more? Yep—that magical appliance hiding under your countertop is capable of way more than just washing dishes.
Here are 20 unexpected things you can clean in your dishwasher, saving you time, effort, and even a little sanity. Trust us—you’ll wish you had known these dishwasher hacks ages ago!
🧼 1. Sponges and Dish Brushes
Toss them in the top rack to get a good disinfecting wash. Goodbye, germs!
🧢 2. Baseball Caps
Place them on the top rack (or in a cap cage) to keep their shape and get rid of sweat and grime—no fading like in the washer!
🐾 3. Pet Bowls and Toys
Clean food bowls, rubber chew toys, and plastic pet accessories with your regular cycle. Just avoid plush or squeaky ones.
🩴 4. Flip-Flops and Rubber Sandals
If they’re made of plastic or rubber, give them a soapy rinse in the bottom rack. Works great after beach days!
🎨 5. Kid’s Plastic Toys
Legos, bath toys, and hard plastic playthings are dishwasher-safe. Use a mesh laundry bag or basket to keep them contained.
💄 6. Makeup Brushes and Silicone Applicators
Place brushes in the silverware tray or mesh bag on the top rack—just avoid natural bristles.
🖋️ 7. Pen Holders and Desk Organizers
Clean up dusty or ink-stained plastic organizers from your workspace. You’ll love the fresh look!
🛀 8. Shower Caddies and Soap Dishes
Grimy plastic or metal caddies are no match for a hot dishwasher cycle.
🧼 9. Toothbrush Holders
You’d be surprised how much gunk builds up inside these—clean them regularly on the top rack.
🚗 10. Car Cup Holders and Organizers
If they’re removable and plastic, toss them in! Great for sticky spills and coffee drips.
🧁 11. Silicone Baking Mats and Oven Mitts
Pop silicone mats and even some rubber oven mitts in for a thorough clean.
🍃 12. Garden Tools (Plastic or Metal Only)
Small shovels, pruning shears, and plant pots can go in—just rinse off big clumps of dirt first!
🎣 13. Sports Equipment
Think mouth guards, shin guard inserts, or plastic skate guards—sanitize them easily on the top rack.
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