10 PowerIntense dishwashing tips for hygiene
10 PowerIntense dishwashing tips for hygiene and deep cleaning. Simple steps for top kitchen performance with less effort and lower resource use.
A calmer clean, even on the busiest nights
Weeknight suppers, Saturday batch cooks, Sunday roasts. The sink fills fast, and you want spotless results without extra scrubbing. Smart routines and the right dishwasher settings reduce effort, protect hygiene, and keep your kitchen moving. These dishwashing tips pair everyday habits with PowerIntense to lift the load and raise kitchen performance, so plates return to the cupboard fresh and ready.
1. Scrape, do not pre-rinse, for smarter water use
Pre-rinsing under the tap adds time and water without improving deep cleaning. Scrape food into the bin, then let your dishwasher do the work. Waterwise highlights that efficient appliance use saves litres compared with hand rinsing and washing. - Use a silicone spatula to clear plates fast - Wipe oily pans with kitchen roll before loading - Run the next cycle when the machine is full
Source: Waterwise, Save Water tips, waterwise.org.uk
2. Load for spray reach, not for looks
Deep cleaning depends on spray access. Angle plates toward the centre, face soiled sides inward, and avoid nesting bowls. Leave space between items so high-pressure jets reach every surface.
· Bottom rack, plates and pans. Top rack, glasses and cups
· Utensils basket, mix handles up and down to avoid clumping
· Keep tall items away from the spray arms
3. Match the programme to the mess for better hygiene
Greasy roasting tins and pan sauces need more heat and time than kid bowls and glasses. Choose intensive or heavy cycles for stubborn soils, and eco for everyday loads. The Food Standards Agency advises thorough cleaning and regular refresh of cloths and equipment to lower bacteria spread, so treat tough loads with a hotter, longer wash when hygiene matters.
Source: Food Standards Agency, Cleaning, food.gov.uk
4. Target the worst bits with PowerIntense
Stuck-on lasagne and baked-on trays do not need a sink soak. PowerIntense directs a focused, high-intensity wash to a dedicated zone, delivering up to 5x better cleaning performance per zone. Load the dirtiest pans in the PowerIntense area and let the programme lift burnt edges and starch, while the rest of the rack washes as normal. Less scrubbing, more family time.
5. Keep filters clear to protect kitchen performance
A clean filter supports water flow and results. Food bits left in the filter recirculate and settle back on plates.
· Remove the filter weekly, rinse under warm water
· Use a soft brush to lift trapped debris
· Wipe the sump and spray arm holes at the same time
6. Air-dry for a more hygienic finish
Air-drying avoids tea towel transfer and leaves glassware streak free. Leave the door slightly open after the cycle or use an auto-door or fan dry option if available. Store dishes only when fully dry to prevent musty odours in cupboards. The Food Standards Agency advises clean, dry storage for utensils and regular changing of cloths and towels to reduce cross-contamination.
Source: Food Standards Agency, Cleaning, food.gov.uk
7. Choose Eco for daily loads, save resources with SaveWater
For everyday plates and glasses, run Eco to lower energy and water use while still delivering a thorough clean. On selected Beko models, SaveWater reduces consumption by up to 7.8 litres per cycle, which helps cut bills over the year without extra effort. Small switches like this support household budgets and the planet.
8. Group by soil type, then let PowerIntense take the heat
Keep greasiest items together on the bottom rack in the PowerIntense zone. Place starch-heavy pieces like pasta bowls where jets hit directly, and protect delicate glassware up top. Separating tough soils from light ones improves overall hygiene and helps avoid residue migrating during the wash.
9. Set a weekly hygiene reset
A two-minute reset keeps deep cleaning consistent and odours at bay.
· Wipe the door seal and the inside edge with warm soapy water
· Run a machine clean cycle or a hot empty wash with a dishwasher cleaner
· Rotate fresh dishcloths and sponges, wash at high temperature
Source: Food Standards Agency, Cleaning, food.gov.uk
10. Rely on long-term performance, reduce the mental load
Consistency brings peace of mind. Beko appliances undergo industry-leading durability testing and forced failure checks, backed by long-life motors with warranties, up to 25 years. From Europe’s number one large home appliances company, the focus is dependable performance at a fair price, so your kitchen stays ready for whatever the week brings.
Quick set-and-forget dishwashing tips
· Fill, scrape, and run the right programme, heavy for pans, eco for plates
· Load for water flow, leave gaps and face soils toward the centre
· Keep filters clean and let dishes air-dry before storing
With PowerIntense doing the heavy lifting and simple habits supporting hygiene, your kitchen stays calm, clean, and ready for the next meal. Beko keeps that rhythm steady, every day.
