as they may break down and "clog the dishwasher's mechanisms", or even harm other items. Non-dishwasher-safe plastics are a no-go too, with experts warning: "Some plastics are not designed to ...

But at the end of the wash, some items may reappear damaged, melted or even cracked if they are not dishwasher-safe. Washing these objects by hand will be the best option – it’s much gentler than ...