Surprising Things YouNever Knew You CouldClean in Your Dishwasher There are actually tons of surprisingthings you can clean in your dishwasher. When in doubt, look for the dishwasher-safe icon on the bottom of the item or inthe manufacturer's instructions. Silicone, rubber, and plastic phonecases are generally dishwasher-safe. Run rubber, nylon, and hard plasticdog toys through the dishwasherto kill bacteria and germs. Pre-treat the stains on a baseball capand run it through on the top rack. Many vacuum attachments, includingbrushes and detachable filters, canbe cleaned in the dishwasher. Metal nail files, clippers, and manicureand pedicure tools can be washed likesilverware in the utensil caddy.