You've been loading your dishwasher wrong! Experts reveal exactly how to load your appliance - and finally settle the debate on pre-rinsing dishes

It's a chore that many people dread. 'The jet spray from the dishwasher arms comes out like a garden sprinkler, so make sure it won’t be blocked, or facing away,' it said. Don't overload your dishwasher From making sure your plates face the middle, to mixing up plates and bowls, it turns out you've probably been doing it wrong this whole time While you might be tempted to chuck all your dirty plates in at once, Which? 'The reason your cutlery doesn't always get clean could be because like-for-like items are sitting too close together, meaning there's no space for the water,' it explained. Place large items at the back and sides Whether it's a baking tray or a fruit bowl, make sure you place any large items at the back and sides of your dishwasher.