Cutlery will be shiner than ever if you put 1 unusual item into your dishwasher

If your cutlery is looking old and dull, there's one easy way to make it look sparkling new again. You might find your dishwasher doesn't clean as well as you'd hope but there's one item you might already have at home which could make a huge difference.

Lee Gilbert, founder of Ransom Spares, an online store for spare appliance parts has shared his top tip. He says you'll need to add some aluminium foil to your dishwasher. "The idea behind this hack is that a chemical reaction known as ion exchange occurs when the warm water, detergent and the cutlery in the dishwasher come into contact with each other," he says.

"This reportedly helps remove watermarks and tarnish, leaving cutlery sparklingly clean."

You may be wondering how much foil you'll need to add and where to place it.

Scrunch the foil into a ball and put it in the cutlery compartment.

It's crucial to keep the tin foil balled up and within the cutlery compartment which should ensure that it doesn't tear and it stays right where it's supposed to be.

You may be hoping for another way to make sure your dishwasher is running at its best functionality.

It's crucial to make sure you are cleaning the filter after every use to remove food and limescale, as well as ensuring the spray arms are free of any obstructions with each wash.

Not only will this help your machine run more effectively, but you'll also prolong its life and ensure every wash is hygienic.

Using this hack in your dishwasher can help your cutlery look cleaner and reduce tarnish.

It's a simple, inexpensive way to keep your utensils bright without extra polishing. It's important to note that the hack works best on real silver or silver-plated cutlery, as it helps remove tarnish caused by oxidation.

Next time you're putting on a dishwasher load, don't forget to try this easy tip.