You know that little compartment in the dishwasher for rinsing solution? It’s usually marked as “Rinse Aid.” Confession: I've always ignored it. That's because I didn't know what rinse aid was, and I ...

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A small amount can help dishes dry faster. The secret to a load of dry, spotless dishes comes in a bottle. Rinse aid is a liquid that helps a dishwasher dry dishes quickly without leaving spots and ...

Melissa Breyer was Treehugger’s senior editorial director before moving to Martha Stewart. Her writing and photography have been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, National Geographic, ...