How to use Finish dishwasher tablets

Even the best dishwasher tablets won't work if used incorrectly. To avoid confusion, carefully read the instructions on the detergent packaging. Also, be sure to read the user manual that comes with any dishwasher.

Application of Finish tablets

Information on how to use Finish tablets is provided on the packaging. Be sure to read the instructions for using the detergent. Firstly, the manufacturer recommends opening the package very carefully to avoid damaging the contents. Secondly, remove the capsules with dry hands to prevent the shell from getting wet and dissolving prematurely.

In fact, using Finish tablets is very simple and much more convenient than using dishwasher powder or gel. Let's look at the key nuances of using tablet-based dishwasher detergents.

• There's no need to remove the film that covers the tablet. Do not handle the capsule with wet hands. It's also important to keep the dishwasher dispenser compartment dry; otherwise, the Finish coating will dissolve prematurely, softening the product, and some of the formula will remain on the sides of the tray, never reaching the dirty dishes. This will reduce the effectiveness of the cleaning process.
• To ensure that the water and detergent (in our case, the dissolved Finish tablet) evenly wash all dishes in the dishwasher, leave a small gap between each dish. Also, avoid overloading the dishwasher, as this will negatively impact cleaning performance and may lead to premature failure.
• It's recommended to use Finish tablets with rinse aid from the same company. Pour the liquid into the dispenser's dedicated compartment. The rinse aid is used in addition to the main tablet. It prevents streaks on dishes and speeds up the drying time of cutlery.
• Be sure to use Finish dishwasher salt along with the tablets. It's essential for softening hard tap water. Salt crystals prevent scale and limescale buildup on the appliance's parts. The salt compartment is located at the bottom of the dishwasher's wash chamber.

Although Finish tablets contain salt crystals, experts still recommend adding additional regenerating salt to your dishwasher.

• Don't enhance the effectiveness of Finish tablets with "home remedies" like citric acid or vinegar to make your dishes sparkle. The capsules contain a sufficient number of particles with similar properties, so your cutlery will shine after washing anyway.
• We recommend using a Finish tablet every six months for preventative cleaning of your dishwasher. Place one capsule in the dispenser and run an empty cycle with no dishes in the chamber. Select the high-temperature setting. This will benefit your appliance.

Do not use expired Finish capsules, either for dishwashing or for preventative cleaning of your washing machine. Experts warn against such use, as the tablets contain active chemicals.

Types of tablets

Several varieties of Finish tablets are available on store shelves. They differ in the particles contained within the "rectangles." There are three types of capsules Finish: Classic, Quantum And All—in—One. These are the more budget-friendly, mid-range, and most expensive options, respectively. What are the significant differences?

The Finish brand offers tablets of both classic design and those with additives that enhance the basic composition and ensure more effective cleaning of dishes.

Consumers have a choice. Both budget and expensive tablets do an excellent job of cleaning dishes. So what are the differences between Classic, Quantum, and All-in-One capsules? Let's find out.

Classic tablets are aimed at customers looking for a budget-friendly dishwasher detergent. These all-purpose capsules contain the unique StainSoaker additive, which eliminates the need for pre-cleaning and soaking dishes.

Finish Quantum capsules, according to the manufacturer, are the most popular. They work on a 3-in-1 principle:

• remove grease and other contaminants;
• give dishes an extra shine and speed up the drying of cutlery;
• additionally soften water;
• remove streaks from glassware.

Finish Quantum capsules are available unscented or with a pleasant lemon scent. Multilayer green gel tablets with apple and lime flavors are also available.

The most expensive Finish All-in-One tablets, the universal ones, contain enzymes and numerous additional activators that effortlessly tackle the most difficult stains, including dried-on and burnt-on food. Capsules:

• easily removes grease, dirt, carbon deposits, and dried-on food residue;
• make dishes shiny;
• have an anti-corrosion effect;
• protect not only the dishwasher, but also frying pans, saucepans, pots, and baking sheets from rust and scale;
• Suitable for the care of silver and nickel silver cutlery.

If you frequently use the Quick Wash mode, the Finish All-in-One capsules are the best option in the entire line. They work effectively even in cold water, removing stains in minutes.

When choosing Finish detergent, it's best to buy a small package of each tablet and choose the formula that works best for you. Once you've made your decision and trust the manufacturer, you can purchase larger packs of 100 capsules—it's more cost-effective.

People's opinions about this product

Nika-Strawberry, Moscow

I've been using Finish dishwasher capsules for many years, and they're currently the best for me. Recently, I started buying the All-in-One series, specifically the lemon-flavored tablets. Among the advantages, I can highlight:

• convenient packaging format with a zip lock;
• excellent washing result;
• versatility of capsules;
• reasonable price.

Information on use and the manufacturer's name is on the product packaging. You can read it before purchasing the tablets. The capsules themselves are standard-shaped, with one rectangular capsule suitable for a single wash, making them very convenient.

Finish tablets do their job 100%. I'm so pleased with the results from using the compressed product that I don't even experiment with other brands. I always buy the large 100-tablet package; it's more cost-effective.

KarlaMartell, Russia

After buying a Zanussi dishwasher, I wondered what detergent to buy. The store shelves were overflowing with a variety of dishwasher powders, gels, and tablets. I immediately dismissed granules, as it seemed inconvenient to pour them into the dispenser and constantly measure out the right amount. So I settled on Finish All-in-One dishwasher capsules. I still use them to this day.

One tablet contains cleaning particles, salt, and rinse aid. It also contains limescale preventatives. All information is provided on the capsule packaging.

Each Finish tablet has an individual shell, which does not need to be removed before loading the capsule into the PMM dispenser.

The tablet itself is two-layered. In the center of the top blue rectangle is a small red capsule. They're odorless, and the dishes they wash are also odorless, which I really like. I did see a similar product in the supermarket, but with a lemon scent.

I love that Finish All-in-One capsules:

• ensure high quality washing;
• prevent the formation of streaks and white marks on dishes;
• do not have an obtrusive odor;
• easy to use.

The tablets themselves dissolve completely. In all my use, I've only had two or three instances where a capsule didn't flush completely from the dispenser. The only drawback for me is the relatively high price: a 50-tablet pack costs about $9.

Yessha87, Russia, Ramenskoye

I've been using dishwasher tablets for a year now, and honestly, Finish All-in-One was the first one I tried, and at first, they seemed like the height of perfection. If I'd seen a negative review, I wouldn't have believed it. But comparison is everything.

These tablets are sold everywhere, so finding them is easy. My first pack of 14 cost me $2.50, but I think that's a bit pricey for this product. You can get better deals on the capsules now, especially if you check online stores for deals.

The packaging contains precautions and instructions for using the tablets. The instructions are illustrated, making everything clear. The capsules are loaded into the detergent dispenser; they cannot be placed in the dishwasher chamber.

I agree that the tablets do a great job of removing stains. But they have one drawback, one that's very significant for me: they scratch glassware badly. Furthermore, after examining the ingredients, I discovered that the capsules contain bleach, making them essentially terribly "chemical."

Today I switched from All-in-One tablets to Finish Quantum. I like these capsules better; I don't notice any issues with them scratching the glass. What I like about Finish tablets: high-quality cleaning, ease of use and storage, and the price if you buy them on sale.

   

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