Extend the Life Of Sponges

kidsNclutter

February 24, 20050 found this helpful

Was warned by dishwasher repairman that this really isn't a good idea because there is often enough hand dishwashing soap remaining in the sponge to make too many suds, make dishwasher inefficient, &/or cause harm to the works of the dishwasher, unnecessary repairs or shorter dishwasher life. I now put mine in the clothes washing machine w/ a load of kitchen towels that are bleached. Air dry (been known to throw them in dryer--oops -- could be a fire hazard).

I've put sponges in the dishwasher, and think it works excellently. Just be sure you rise the sponge well before putting on the rack.

One better, when I do my whites in hot and use bleach, I throw my sponge in there. Gives me an extra week or so.

lnsgirl89

January 2, 20220 found this helpful

I do like Sandra Gilbert and run mine in the dishwasher. I dont use the hot dry cycle though.