Dishwashers are a great way to get your dishes clean and germ free without getting your hands wet. Dishwashers work by spraying hot water onto the dishes, which breaks down the dirt and grime, before adding detergent into the mix which leaves your dishes free of food and bacteria and leaves them smelling fresh. A dishwasher is all about convenience, most of us are capable of washing our dishes by hand but it takes time and is often the last thing you want to do having cooked a large meal for you and the family.
Most dishwashers in the UK are built to a standard size, but this can vary slightly depending on the brand or model and on whether you go for a built in or freestanding version. Most dishwashers are smart and modern looking, which means they can be a great looking addition to your kitchen or utility room and you can choose from the thousands on offer, depending on your needs, budget and existing decor.
Dishwashers have come a long way over the last few years, from the very first mechanical dishwasher created by Joel Houghton in 1850. Ever since then, people have seen how useful dishwashers are and have been making the switch from manually washing dish to using dishwashers. The most energy efficient ones end up saving the most money each year because they use less water and energy to clean your dishes and the choice of energy efficient models is increasing year on year.
The final thing about a dishwasher is its features, both in terms of how it looks and how it works. Most dishwashers have a panel door that opens down and two racks that can be pulled out and used for glasses, plates, pots, pans and cutlery. If you have a special model, you may have three racks or if you choose a drawer-style dishwasher, maybe just the one, so make sure you choose the right model for your needs. The inside of the dishwasher will usually be plastic or stainless steel and most models will provide a safety lock which means the machine cannot be opened during a cycle. Older models tend to use more energy and probably make more noise but the latest models are very quiet and very energy efficient and you'll barely notice that they are there until you come to unload it!