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Your Dishwasher Is a Multitasker

Toothbrush holders, sweat-stained baseball caps and plastic kids' toys can all be pretty dirty. Save the elbow grease for your walls and instead toss these items into the dishwasher, where the hot water, soap and gentle spray will get them sparkly clean and bacteria-free.