Modern dishwashers are much more economical re waste water and heat than washing by hand.
The only things that don’t get dishwasher treatment in our household are sharp knives, cast iron pans or items that are so large they stop the water vein sprayed around inside the dishwasher.
My post was in response to “I don’t like dishwashers” as a rationale. Of course some kitchens won’t have space but if there is space and there are compelling reasons to use one.
Modern dishwashers are much more economical re waste water and heat than washing by hand.
The only things that don’t get dishwasher treatment in our household are sharp knives, cast iron pans or items that are so large they stop the water vein sprayed around inside the dishwasher.