Pamper Your Dishwasher to Make It Last Longer

Dishwashers have a way of spoiling us—once you've got one, washing dishes by hand is a drag. Home improvement blog DIY Life has some tips to keep your dishwasher in ship-shape so it works for years to come.

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We've told you about cleaning your dishwasher with Kool-Aid, but DIY Life takes caring for your appliance to a whole new level. Blogger Erin Loechner recommends using vinegar to get scummy build-up off the spray, has tips on what to do if the paint starts peeling off inside the dishwasher, and suggests that you:

Keep your hot water heater set to the temperature recommended by your dishwasher's manufacturer; you can locate this info in your user manual. Forgotten where you stashed that old manual? Try Google-ing the model of your appliance; many manufacturers post their product manuals online.

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