How much Dishwashing Liquid should I use?Updated 4 hours ago
TL;DR: For a normal kitchen sink of warm water, use 4 pumps of Dishwashing Liquid (around 16 ml), then soak for 5 to 10 minutes before washing. That pause lets the enzymes break down stuck-on food so you do less scrubbing.
Last reviewed: April 2026
How do I use Dishwashing Liquid?
✓ Fill, pump, soak
Fill your sink with comfortably warm (not boiling) water.
Add around 4 pumps of Dishwashing Liquid (each pump is around 4 ml).
Submerge dishes and soak for 5 to 10 minutes. Then wash, rinse, and drain as normal.
✓ Why soaking works
Dishwashing Liquid uses a blend of enzymes that target common food soils. Protease lifts protein-based marks like meat, egg, and milk. Amylase breaks down starchy residues like pasta, rice, and sauces. Lipase helps cut through greasy, oily films. A short soak lets them unlock the grime so you can swoosh it away with minimal effort.
How should I adjust the dose?
Small basin or few items
2 to 3 pumps (8 to 12 ml)
Standard sink (everyday)
4 pumps (16 ml)
Greasy pots or baked-on food
5 to 6 pumps (20 to 24 ml) or extend soak time
Any pro tips?
✓ Heavy areas first
Give heavy areas (pan rims, baking trays) a quick wipe first, then let the soak do the hard work. Each full pump is around 4 ml if you prefer measuring by volume.
⚠ Don't mix
Don't mix with bleach or harsh chemicals. They can inactivate the enzymes and reduce cleaning performance.
Soak, don't scrub
Dishwashing Liquid is enzyme-powered. Fill the sink, soak your dishes, and let the formula lift grease and food soils for you.
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