Keep Bacteria at Bay by Properly Cleaning Your Dish Drying Rack

When dishwashing time comes around, many of us rely on dish drying racks to help us stay organized and make sure our dishes dry quickly and thoroughly. While most of us take the time to clean all our dishes properly, how many of us put in the same effort to clean our dish drying racks?

If your answer is “I don’t know, probably not many,” then you’re not alone. But, you should know that your dish drying rack is a breeding ground for bacteria, which can cause a range of health problems. In this post, we’ll share some tips on how to clean a dish drying rack properly, so you can keep bacteria at bay and keep your kitchen safe and hygienic.

Preparing Your Dish Drying Rack

Start by removing any dishes already on the drying rack. Then rinse the entire rack thoroughly with warm, soapy water. Use a toothbrush or another cleaning tool with small bristles to get into crevices and remove stuck-on food bits or grime. Rinse again with water and use a gentle cloth to dry the dish drying rack and remove any remaining soap or wet spots.

Degreasing Your Dish Drying Rack

When you need to degrease a drying rack, start by creating a simple degreasing solution using vinegar and baking soda. To do this, mix one cup of white vinegar with two tablespoons of baking soda in a spray bottle and shake until fully blended. Spray the degreasing solution generously over the entire surface of the dish drying rack, making sure to cover as much of it as possible. Let the degreaser sit for 5-10 minutes before wiping it away with a damp cloth or sponge. Rinse off any remaining degreaser with warm water and let the dish rack dry.

Sanitizing Your Dish Drying Rack

Sanitizing your dish drying rack can be done with an all-purpose cleaner. Prepare your sanitizing solution by mixing one tablespoon of all-purpose cleaner or sanitizer of your choice for each quart of warm water in a spray bottle. Shake until combined well. Generously spray the sanitizing solution onto the dish drying rack and let set for at least five minutes before wiping it away with a damp cloth or sponge. Once sanitized, rinse off the remaining solution with warm water and allow it to completely air dry before returning it to its normal place in your kitchen.

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively and efficiently clean your dish drying rack to keep bacteria and other germs at bay. Properly cleaning your dish drying rack not only helps make sure that your dishes are properly dried and organized, but it also helps to ensure that you and your family can enjoy meals knowing that your dishes are fully clean. So, next time you’re tackling dishwashing duty, don’t forget to keep your dish drying rack clean and you’ll have one less thing to worry about in the kitchen!