A dishwasher filter traps bits of food to help prevent clogs in the main drain line. The filter needs special attention to remove stuck-on food and can be cleaned with vinegar. Soak the filter in a ...

Even though appliances have replaced many of the household tasks that were once done manually—like washing dishes and clothing—that doesn’t mean they’re completely maintenance-free. For example, we ...

A good dishwasher can take a load of soiled, food-streaked dishes and leave them sparkling clean. So where do those little crumbs and food particles go? It comes down to a relatively small, ...