How many pumps of Dishwashing Liquid should I use in a full sink?Updated 9 days 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.
How to use
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.
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
Pro tips
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.
Do not mix
Do not mix with bleach or harsh chemicals. They can inactivate the enzymes and reduce cleaning performance.
Soak, don't scrub
Koh 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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