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Default FYI about phosphate free dishwasher detergent


sf wrote:
>
> I discovered I can buy LemiShine at Target now that it's a superstore.
> Shortly after I purchased my first package of LS, a light bulb went
> off in my head: if vinegar makes my hair shine and people use it as a
> cleaning agent, why wouldn't it work on dishes like LemiShine does? I
> tried it and voilą, it works! I have no idea how much I add because I
> don't have two receptacles for detergent, so I just splash it in - but
> it's not more than a tablespoon or two.
>
> PS: My city water is relatively mineral free, so if you decide to try
> it you may need to use more.


Sounds like your basic acid wash. If you're using it in conjunction with
a regular dishwasher detergent it may be canceling out some of the
effect since dishwasher detergent is normally quite basic (ph).