One question that usually leads to debate is whether or not silverware should be loaded up or down.
As it turns out, there is a right answerand it might not be what you think.
Its best to load them facing down or facing away from us to avoid accidental cuts, she says.
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Celebrity chef Marcela Valladolid agrees.
I recommend positioning handles up and sharp edges pointed down, she says.
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That’s because its more hygienic during the unloading process.
It can negate all of the good work your dishwasher does.
If youre guilty of overloading, youre not aloneStoller says its a common mistake.
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It actually puts a lot more pressure on your dishwasher and things will not get clean, Stoller says.
Valladolid agrees, noting that aiming your flatware down helps you avoid overloading.
This can depend on how the item was used, as well as what material youre working with.
