Dishwasher fresheners

Even regular cleaning of household appliances will not eliminate bacteria and mold. Especially when it comes to dirty dishes that have been inside the machine for a long time. Perfect cleanliness and odors can only be achieved with dishwasher fresheners. Why these tools are effective and which brand to choose for the best result, we will describe in detail in the article.

How does a freshener work?

The freshener in the dishwasher “works” according to the principle of sprayers of the same name or car flavors. They absorb unpleasant odors, and due to the aromatic structure they fill the air with a “tasty” aroma. Only the appearance differs - dishwashing options are small plastic containers filled with liquid or gel-like products. But the result is one: when you open the door of the machine, you feel not musty, but fruity or floral notes.

Fresheners for dishwashers are more often citrus: lemon, lime and orange.

The nuances of using a freshener are always indicated on the package. The manufacturer also gives how many cycles the flavor will “last”. As a rule, there is enough money for 20-30 washing cycles, but the intensity of the smell coming from the container changes. So, at first the aroma is strong and persistent, and after 10-15 launches the effect is significantly reduced. But everything is logical: the faster the gel is washed out of the box, the less the result is felt. Much depends on competent fixing, since when installing the rinse aid in the wrong place, for example, under direct streams of water, its “life” is reduced to 5-6 sinks.

With a freshener, the dishes will become even cleaner, like the machine itself. Especially if the machine is old and the dirt accumulated on its walls is no longer washed out in the standard way, but only requires replacement or complete disassembly of the case. It is also recommended to use flavoring for those who sin by storing dirty plates inside the dishwasher for 2-3 days. During this time, bacteria have time to multiply and fill the entire chamber, so leaving food leftovers in the unit is strictly prohibited. Those who still do not understand the full extent of the consequences, we propose to imagine the situation with a sink filled with garbage for the same 3 days. It is logical that water alone with accumulated odor and mold cannot be dealt with.

What tools does the market offer?

Demand for fresheners is only beginning to appear, so manufacturers are trying to replenish the range of flavors. So far, a limited amount of funds is presented in hardware stores, but even among them there are both high-quality and poorly shown brands. Imagine a brief overview.

• Odswiezacz do zmywarek by General Fresh - is a Polish freshener with a consumption of 20 cycles. Available in three flavors: peppermint, apple and lemon. One plate will cost about 114 rubles.
• Fresh Plus-Dishwasher is an Italian fragrance that can absorb unpleasant odors inside the dishwasher, filling the chamber and dishes with a tangible lemon aroma. One package costs about 650 rubles, but has two plates at once. Moreover, one bracket is enough for 40 cycles, which is twice as long as cheap counterparts.
  
• Somat Duo - special teardrop-shaped capsules that are hung on the grill inside the dishwasher. A package with one freshener costs about 250 rubles. There is enough flavoring for 60 cycles, and there is only one “taste” - lemon and orange. Manufacturer - Germany.
• Finish Lemon and Lime - a means that can neutralize the accumulated unpleasant odors, providing a more "tasty" aroma of lemon and lime. Does not remain on the surface of the dishes and the walls of the dishwasher. It is easy to use: just fasten or hang the container on the grill, making sure that the flavor does not block the sprinklers or the dispenser. Changes after 60 cycles. The cost of one package starts from 250 rubles.

Using a freshener is not a substitute for cleaning the dishwasher.

The Topperr and Frisch-aktiv brands have also proven their worth. Some manufacturers offer a comprehensive option. For example, “Dr. Beckmann ”produces dishwasher cleaners that have flavoring properties.

The opinion of the hostess

Elena, Moscow

I use a special dishwasher freshener from Finish. I chose this brand right away, as washing tablets and rinse aid with salt are also from this manufacturer. And after a long time of use, I can say that this thing is super! After all, after dinner, we load plates and pans into the machine, but do not turn it on, but leave until fully loaded. Sometimes you have to wait 2-3 days, so I had to buy a flavor.

But now everything is simple: while the dishes are waiting in line, we do not suffer from an unpleasant odor. The freshener is so strong that when you open the door you immediately feel a pleasant citrus aroma. Only lemon and nothing more.

At first I myself did not believe. I thought that the drawings on the back of the package were just an advertising move, but now I became convinced that it was. Without exaggeration, I can say that the product “works” and eliminates all unpleasant odors even after 3 days of idle time.

Pleased and easy to use. The packaging is easy to open, as there is a special corner. Then the container itself gets with the provided fastening in the form of clothespins. With its help, the fragrance is installed on the basket. The main thing is to make sure that the freshener does not fall under direct jets of water, otherwise the gel is washed too quickly. I myself was mistaken several times and put the capsule on the upper shelves, in the tray for forks and spoons, until I saw visual instructions on the back of the package. Now I place the freshener in front, so it does not touch the walls of the machine, nor the dishes, nor the sprinklers.

No need to count the number of remaining cycles. Due to the transparent walls of the capsule, it is easy to control the emptying of the gel and change it to another cassette in time. The diminishing intensity of the smell helps to remember the replacement. While the container is new, the aroma is very strong and persistent, and as the product is washed out, the lemon feels weaker.

For me, the freshener has become a real lifesaver. Now, instead of an unpleasant odor - a delicious "lemon", and using a dishwasher is easier and more convenient.

My Finish costs about 240 rubles, but the price tag often depends on the store-seller. Sometimes I buy an analogue - a freshener from Calgonit.

The flavor is consumed economically, and we change it every 4-5 months. The instructions indicate that the capsule is enough for 60 cycles, but with our sinks every 3 days it turns out as much as 120-150 days. It's very cheap!