A man loads the top rack of a dishwasher. Top racks are best suited for items that are more sensitive to heat. (Carlos Avila Gonzalez/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images) The science is in.

There’s something about a dishwasher that stirs up controversies and conundrums, which is intriguing for such an unassuming kitchen appliance. You’ve probably been privy to a dishwasher-related ...

Hand washing is a more gentle option that is better suited for delicate items. A dishwasher achieves a higher level of sanitation than hand washing can. Whether you wash dishes by hand or in the ...

A dishwasher is one of the most convenient kitchen appliances, keeping utensils clean and ready for your next meal. However, if not used properly, it can lead to high utility bills, damaged dishes, or ...

If you’ve got reusable dishes, utensils, cups, bowls, pots and pans and other kitchen items, you have to clean them. How you clean them, however, can be up for debate. Some people are adamant about ...

Do you use your dishwasher? It’s not that crazy of a question. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, nearly 20% of U.S. households have a dishwasher but don’t use it. I went without ...

Where would we be without dishwashers? Likely spending a lot more time elbow-deep in suds. But as with washing machines, many of us stick to one or two trusted settings out of habit — ignoring a range ...