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Washing the dishes is not as simple a task as you think. Indeed, when done poorly, dishes remain dirty and stained. More than that, some common mistakes we make when washing dishes can encourage the proliferation of bacteria and germs, or even lead to cross-contamination. Discover these washing mistakes that you should never make.
To ensure good dishwashing hygiene and avoid bacteria and germs, it is important to avoid certain common mistakes.
What mistakes should you avoid while washing dishes?
Here are the 6 common mistakes when washing dishes that should be avoided.
Do not remove residue before washing dishes
Before washing dishes, it is important to throw food residue and debris into the trash to avoid clogging the pipes, but also to prevent unpleasant odors from rising. Also avoid pouring grease down the sink. In fact, when it is hot, it flows easily into the siphon, but hardens when it passes through with the cold and thus becomes a blockage which obstructs the pipe. This is why it is advisable to absorb grease from your dishes with paper towels before washing them. After removing grease and food residue, remember to soak your plates and dishes in hot water before scrubbing them. This will allow you to clean them more easily. Even if you use a dishwasher, it is recommended to first rinse dishes and utensils in clean water before putting them in your appliance, in order to remove residue before they dry and make it easier thus washing.
Doing the dishes – source: spm
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Doing the dishes – Source: spm
Do not clean the sink before doing the dishes
The kitchen sink is infected with germs which accumulate after washing the dishes and plates. This is why before washing the dishes, it is important to disinfect the sink. You can use white vinegar or baking soda for this. After you finish washing dishes, remember to clean your sink and remove any standing water to avoid the humid environment that encourages bacteria to grow.
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