Handwashing dishes properly saves water, protects your utensils, and gets them genuinely clean. Here's the right technique:
Start with Hot Water
Hot water cuts through grease much faster than cold. Fill your sink or basin with hot water (as hot as is comfortable) before adding your dishwash liquid.
Use the Right Amount of Dishwash Liquid
A small squeeze of Cleanative Dishwash Liquid in a full basin is enough to create plenty of suds. Avoid adding more mid-wash — extra soap doesn't improve cleaning and is harder to rinse off.
Wash in Order
Always wash in this sequence: glasses first, then plates, then bowls, then pots and pans last. This keeps your water cleaner for longer and prevents grease from transferring to delicate items.
Scrub, Don't Soak Everything
Only soak items with baked-on or dried food. Everything else should be washed and rinsed promptly to avoid bacterial growth in standing water.
Rinse Thoroughly
Rinse all items under clean running water to remove any soap residue. Soap left on dishes can affect the taste of food.
Air Dry When Possible
Air drying on a rack is more hygienic than towel drying, which can transfer bacteria. If you need to towel dry, use a clean, dry cloth.