To keep your dishwasher in its best working condition, you'll need to give it a wash of its own. You'll know it's time when your dishes come out covered in soap scum and you can see hard water stains on the walls and door, and gunk build up on the racks. Over time, food particles, detergent residue, and mineral deposits can accumulate inside the appliance, impacting performance and leaving dishes less than spotless.
Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover cleans the entire appliance — breaking up buildup and even clearing powder detergent clogs — making routine maintenance simple and effective.
How to Clean the Inside of Your Dishwasher
Cleaning the inside of your dishwasher is essential for maintaining performance and extending the life of the appliance. Residue from food, grease, and hard water minerals can collect in hidden areas like spray arms, filters, and along the door seal. A proper deep clean helps remove odors, improve water flow, and ensure your dishes come out clean every time.
For best results, start with an empty dishwasher and remove any visible debris from the bottom or filter area. Then, use an effective cleaner and run a cycle to help break down buildup throughout the entire appliance. Regular interior cleaning not only improves efficiency but also helps prevent long-term buildup that can lead to clogs or poor washing performance.
Best Way to Clean A Dishwasher Using Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover
For a deeper clean that targets mineral buildup and residue, using Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover is a simple and effective solution. This method helps break down tough deposits inside your dishwasher, restoring performance and leaving the interior fresh and clean.Â
- Empty the dishwasher completely (no dishes, no detergents; leave the racks)
- Pour a 1/2 cup of Calcium, Lime & Rust Remover directly into the bottom of your empty dishwasher
- Run a normal cycle
- Rinse the empty dishwasher out by running another normal cycle
While you’re deep cleaning the inside, don’t forget the exterior. Wipe down the outside of your dishwasher with a damp cloth or a gentle cleaner, paying special attention to the handle and control panel where fingerprints and residue tend to build up. For stainless steel finishes, clean in the direction of the grain to maintain its shine.
Always read label instructions before use.
Keep the clean going
Now that your dishwasher shines again, it might be time to check "clean garbage disposal" off your list. Fortunately, CLR makes this easy with its garbage disposal cleaning product. The easy to use foaming pods clean your entire disposal unit and fight odors.
