Most dishwashers have an air-dry settingbut does air-drying dishes in the dishwasher save power?
Most importantly, does it still get your dishes clean?
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But did you know theres a way to make your dishwasher even more energy-efficient than it already is?
Condensation drying works by using hot water torinse the dishes at the endof the wash cycle.
As a result, water is pulled off of the dishes and drained at the bottom of the tub.
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Most new dishwashers are equipped with this option.
However, it has its downsides, too.
Do All Dishwashers Have an Air-Dry Setting?
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Unfortunately, not all dishwashers have an air-dry setting.
These benefits of air-drying your dishes come with a few tradeoffs, though.
Lastly, the fact that not all dishwashers have this setting is a bit of a drawback.
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So: Is Air-Drying Better?
Ultimately, whether the air-dry setting is better for you is a personal preference.
