Dishwasher hacks: Surprising items you didn't know you could clean

The dishwasher has many more uses than one might think. Cleaning various household items can be time-consuming and difficult. So, if you're tired of hand-washing everything except dishes, this information will surely make you happy – the dishwasher is more versatile than you think.

Pet owners often struggle to keep their pets' bowls clean. Instead of laboriously hand-washing them, simply rinse them under running water and place them in the dishwasher. You'll also find it just as easy to clean bathroom cups, which are often covered in residues and stains—the proper dishwasher cycle will make them perfectly clean.

You can also wash... baseball caps in the dishwasher. Try it, and the result will be fantastic! The washing machine is not always the best solution, nor is hand washing. The dishwasher will clean and disinfect them thoroughly and won't damage the material. Plastic children's building blocks can also be safely washed in the dishwasher – place them in a lingerie bag. Makeup brushes, which gather bacteria, can also be washed in the dishwasher – this is a great way to save time and energy.

Refrigerator shelves are another item that can be successfully cleaned in the dishwasher. Just remove them, let them reach room temperature, and then place them in the dishwasher. They will be shiny and free of bacteria and mould spores.

You can do the same with the detergent drawer, which is often a hassle to clean. Please place it in the dishwasher; the chemical residue and musty smell will be gone for good. Finally, the range hood filter, which collects the most dirt, dust, and grease, can be washed in the dishwasher. Cleaning this component will now become much more accessible.