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Article: Baking soda absorbs odors in dishwasher
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- August 15, 1987
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What with air-conditioners gobbling up our energy dollars during
this hot summer, it behooves us to watch other energy-eating
appliances to save money. Don't run your dishwasher before it is
filled with dishes.
However, if you do this, you may encounter another problem: that
of dishwasher odor, sour smells from soiled dishes when the
dishwasher door is opened to add more dishes. And, of course, I have
the answer.
Between washes, sprinkle about a quarter cup of baking soda on
the bottom of the dishwasher to absorb stale food odors. The unique
chemical properties of baking soda allow it to neutralize odors and
to create a pleasant, odor-free environment in the dishwasher.
If you use a ...