Where to Place Spoon Handles in the Dishwasher? Experts Settle the Debate
Creatrip Team
6 months ago
Many people find food still stuck on spoons after running the dishwasher and blame detergent or the machine. U.S. cleaning experts say the real issue is spoon placement: put spoons and forks with handles down so the food-contact side faces water and detergent. Placing handles up can cause utensils to overlap and create spots that the spray misses. Knives are an exception — to avoid cuts when unloading, experts recommend placing knives with handles up and blades down. Spacing matters too: crowding or clustering utensils prevents proper spray coverage. Mixing utensils and leaving enough gaps improves cleaning; the way you load the dishwasher can matter more than the machine itself.
