Kitchen experts urges people not to put these three items in dishwashersSome common items may not be as dishwasher friendly as people believe, one expert notedView Image Dishwasher have the power to damage certain items or make them unhygenic (Image: GETT)People with dishwashers have been warned not to put three types of kitchen items in their dishwashers; plastics, stainless steel and wood. The experts warned: “Before long, your trusty wooden utensils will lose their smooth finish and could become a breeding ground for germs.”Article continues belowIt’s best to hand-wash wooden items with a mild soap and warm water, then dry immediately after washing. Stainless steel and metalFinally, stainless steel and metal-rimmed items could be irreversibly damaged by chucking them in a dishwasher. Metal items with non-stick coatings or other special finishes can also be damaged by the high heat and detergent in a dishwasher. It’s always best to check for a dishwasher-safe icon on your kitchen items.