Top Dishwasher Features

5.29.18

Top Dishwasher Features

Shopping for a new dishwasher? Make sure your new dishwasher has all the features you love to simplify your life.

A Third Rack

Enjoy added flexibility without wasting valuable space with a third rack. Located above the upper rack, this thin rack puts every square inch of your dishwasher to use. Store large silverware, cutlery, even cereal bowls. The extra rack let’s you maximize your space without sacrificing important space on the lower racks.

Quiet Cycles

Dishwasher cycles can run up to 3 hours long which can feel like a lifetime if your dishwasher is noisy. Nothing ruins a dinner party or relaxing Netflix binge like the loud whirring of your dishes getting clean. Thanks to smoother motors and added insulation, dishwashers can now deliver virtually silent cycles. Choose a dishwasher that has a low decibel rating, preferably in the lower 40s, for a silent dishwasher experience.

Adjustable Upper Racks

Now your dish cycles are as flexible as your taste in dishes. Instead of spending time and energy hand-washing large items, you can now fit larger, difficult-shaped items in your dishwasher with adjustable upper racks. Adjust your upper rack up and down to fit large items in your upper and lower rack. Or remove the upper rack entirely for really large items like roasters, pots (hello InstantPot), or large cookie sheets.

Heated Dry

After rinsing, loading, and waiting, the last thing you want to do is spend more time having to get your dishes dinner-party-ready. Never hand-dry your dishes again with a dishwasher that features a heated dry. By combining heated dry and condensation removal, your dishwasher can completely remove moisture in the air and from your dishes. A stainless steel tub helps the two-step process by retaining heat without retaining moisture. The result is perfectly dry dishes with zero stains every cycle.

Wash Zones

Separate wash zones allow your dishes to receive the specific treatment they need. Experience a true half load with dishwashers that let you choose upper or lower rack wash zones, or focus on a deep clean for your silverware or bottles.

Stainless Steel Tubs

For a lasting, more sanitary cleaning experience, opt for a dishwasher with a stainless steel interior tub. With the ability to resist stains and corrosion, stainless steel is a more durable material than plastic. It can also withstand heat better so your water can be heated to a higher temperature to sanitize your dishes. Stainless steel can increase your dishwasher’s efficiency by retaining heat during the drying cycle so you can save both energy and money!

What’s your favorite dishwasher feature?