The filter is the true workhorse of your dishwasher. Its job is to catch all those yucky, grimy bits of food and who-knows-what-else that’s sprayed off your dishes during the wash cycle.

The filter is usually located at the bottom of the dishwasher, below the spray arm. Once removed, run it under hot water, then use a soft cleaning brush (a toothbrush works) to scrub away grease ...

When your dishwasher is empty, follow these simple steps for a quick or deep clean to keep the appliance running the way it should. Step 1: Remove food debris. Before deep cleaning, check the ...