With this controversial dishwasher hack, you’re throwing money down the drain.

As always, the internet has an abundance of advice to offer.

So instead of using the dedicated dispenser, the pod should be thrown into the bottom of the dishwasher.

Dishwasher detergent tablet placed in the dishwasher’s dispenser

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One appliance expert even suggested putting the pod in the silverware caddy.

So I set out to settle it by reaching out to the experts.

Here’s what I found out.

Woman unloading dishwasher

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Turns out that those home experts are right and Duhaime agrees.

So what are you supposed to do about those sticky dispensers or pods that don’t fully dissolve?

DuHaime shares three tips:

1.

Wipe out your dishwashers detergent dispenser before adding a tab.

The main reason why people have issues with pods not dissolving is user error.

So ensure to dry the inside of the dispenser with a rag before adding a tab.

Use dry hands when adding the detergent pod to the dispenser.

Dry your hands before reaching for a pod.

Load your dishwasher correctly.

Load the dishes, especially the ones on the bottom rack, perpendicular to the dishwasher door.

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The More You Know: Dishwasher Knowledge