Finish Dishwasher Tablets Expiration Date

In difficult times, when essential goods not only rise in price but also rapidly run out of stock, everyone tries to stock up for the long haul. This applies not only to long-shelf-life foods but also to household chemicals, which can last for years if stored properly. Many dishwasher owners also try to stock up on household chemicals, as the shelf life of Finish dishwasher tablets allows for this. But how long is this shelf life, and does it make sense to buy large packs of dishwasher tablets?

Is it worth stocking up on Finish tablets?

Let's be clear: the average shelf life of Finish brand dishwasher tablets is only two years. Despite this, experts advise against stocking up on these household cleaning products, as their effectiveness significantly declines over time.

It's important to understand that "3-in-1" tablets and many others, even after their expiration date, won't harm your dishes or the dishwashing machine itself. However, they won't clean dishes as effectively as new household cleaning products. Because of this, you'll need to use not just one, but two or even three such tablets per cycle. Therefore, there is no point in stocking up on large quantities of detergents just to save money; it is better to buy tablets in a timely manner when they are on sale.

Correct use of Finish tablets

To understand how to properly use Finish dishwasher tablets, simply read the packaging. The manufacturer's primary recommendation is to open the package carefully to avoid accidentally damaging the fragile tablets. Another equally important tip is to only remove the contents with dry hands, as moisture can damage the tablets' coating, causing them to dissolve prematurely.

Despite the special instructions for using this type of household chemical, it's much easier and more convenient to use than dishwasher powder or gel. Let's list the main features of using tablets.

• Do not remove the tablets' coatings, as they not only dissolve completely in the detergent dispenser, but also contribute to the dishwashing process.

When using Finish capsules, make sure that both your hands and the compartment of the household chemicals tray are dry, so that the product does not get wet and does not remain on your hands or on the walls of the container.

• The tablet will be much more effective if it can wash all the dirty dishes in the washing chamber. To ensure the detergent has access to all the dishes, there should be at least a minimal amount of space between each item in the baskets.
• Don't overload your dishwasher with a mountain of dishes, as this will make it less effective and will also increase the risk of damage to the dishwasher.
• It's best to use Finish tablets with rinse aid from the same brand. The rinse aid should be added to a separate detergent compartment to help prevent streaks on dishes at the final stage of the cycle, give them a bright shine, and speed up the drying process.
• In addition to tablets and rinse aid, add special Finish regenerating salt to your machine. These salt granules are needed to restore the ion exchanger, the element responsible for softening hard tap water, which can cause scale and limescale buildup inside the machine.

If you have soft tap water at home, you don't need to add special salt separately; you can use Finish 3-in-1 tablets, which contain salt crystals.

• Never try to improve the performance of your dishwasher with products not specifically designed for dishwashers, such as citric acid or vinegar. Modern household cleaning products are designed to perfectly clean dirty dishes and leave them sparkling.
• At least once every six months, perform an idle cycle using a tablet - this will have a positive effect on the performance of the device and will allow you to clean the internal components of the household appliance. During the maintenance cycle, be sure to use the maximum water temperature setting.
• Experts do not recommend using expired tablets, as the capsules contain active chemical components.

The tips above will help you use your dishwasher carefully and always get perfectly clean dishes after washing.

   

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