Finish Dishwasher Products

The Russian market is replete with a variety of products for washing dishes in automated devices. It is represented by various brands, among which the Finish trademark stands out. We will tell in the article in detail about the species variety of detergents that are produced under this brand. You will learn about the advantages and disadvantages, about in which cases which composition is best used and how to store this range.

Finish dishwasher products are manufactured by the European company Reckitt Benckiser Group, which was created in 1999 as a result of the merger of two companies from Germany and the UK. By the way, all products manufactured by this company belong to the categories "health" and "hygiene". In addition to Finish, this German-English partnership also includes other well-known brands such as Vanish, Calgon, Durex, Nurofen and others. We will focus on products under the Finish brand, which are designed for automatic dishwashing.

The range includes various types of powders, gels, fresheners, rinses, rinse enhancers, water softeners and so on. By the way, according to consumers (the survey was conducted by GND and TNS), Finish soluble tablets have become the most popular among dishwashing detergents. The "Finish" line includes not only detergents, but also formulations for the care of the dishwasher itself, for example, neutralizers of limescale, musty odor, and mold. All products of this brand are non-aggressive, as they are made without chlorine-containing components.

It contains only oxygen and active natural elements that clean the dishes and do not contribute to the destruction of the dishwasher mechanisms. Finish products are referred to as universal formulations, they are affordable, economical in consumption, they have a convenient dosage and quick solubility. Among the minuses, only the inconvenience of using a free-flowing detergent is noted. So, the manufacturer recommends adding salt and rinse to the powder, and this is an additional cost for the consumer.

In addition, there is no clear definition of the dosage for the use of the powder, and it is not packaged as reliably as the gel or tablet formulations. In general, Finish products are very popular with consumers.

Finish manufacturers are trying not only to keep up with modern trends, but also somewhat ahead of their competitors. Thus, it was under the Finish brand that two-layer tablets and three-dimensional capsules first appeared on the market of dishwasher detergents. Finish soluble tablets, as well as gels, powders of this brand, if not better, then worthily compete with similar products from Somat, Calgon, Fairy, Filtero.

The absence of chlorine, a low index of the content of aggressive particles, a natural composition - what distinguishes Finish products from others. One of the important advantages of Finish products is its safety. This has been proven many times in numerous quality checks. Over the past 20 years, the brand has been advertised enough, but the rating is still determined by buyers by their choice.

Over the past decade, grateful consumers twice (2013 and 2016) raised the Finish brand to the top of the rating, highlighting the following features of its products for dishwashers:

• effective cleaning of dishes and respect for the mechanisms of the structure itself;
• the presence of oxygen bleach in the composition, which makes it possible to remove difficult-to-remove contaminants;
• breakdown of body fat due to the content of tripolyphosphates;
• cleansing with the effect of pre-soaking, which enhances the final result;
• refreshing kitchen utensils with pleasant aromas, but at the same time the odorous substance does not remain on the dishes.

Consider the most popular types of products from this brand.

As the first manufacturer of dishwashing capsules, the Finish product manufacturer has provided various options, that is, this line has a budget option, there are three-tier tablets operating on the "3 in 1" principle. There is also a set of Finish Allin 1, Finish Allin 1 Max washing capsules. It is these tablets that are leading in consumer demand today. The description for this product means that the composition is intended for ceramic, silver products, glass, cupronickel.

Multi-profile capsules not only effectively cope with fat and dyes, but also serve as protection for the machine itself: they do not allow scale and rust to form on the dishwasher mechanisms. Tablets can be packaged in 14 pieces or more - 65, 100 pieces. Experts recommend choosing the number of tablets in a package depending on how often you have to wash the dishes in the machine.

The vending machine is not always filled with kitchen utensils at a time, and if you have to collect dishes during the day, or even two, in this case you cannot do without a freshener. Since food debris tends to decompose quickly and give off an unpleasant odor, dishwasher freshener comes to the rescue. Finish offers several types of dishwasher fresheners, mainly with a citrus note: for lovers of lemon-lime scent and orange-tangerine. The freshener is placed in one of the compartments of the washing device, it is enough for 50-60 washes.

Fresheners are also needed when cleaning the dishwasher. It is recommended to clean the apparatus after 30 working processes, to put it into operation without dishes. But in this case, just water will not help to put the device in order. A freshener is added to the liquid and special cleaning agent. After such "washing" the dishwasher will have a pleasant aroma.

Finish powders are classified as standard detergents, they have a special formula for soaking dishes, which allows active particles to penetrate deep into the dirt and destroy them. The dishwasher has a special tray where the detergent is poured, and you must strictly follow the manufacturer's instructions. Powder is recommended to wash cups and glasses with traces of lipstick, it perfectly removes stains from tea and coffee. It is not advisable to wash silver cutlery or dishes with gilding with Finish powders.

In relation to these metals, the powder composition is aggressive. In this case, it is better to choose a different type of product. You should also pay attention to the washing mode: powder is not suitable for everyone. If after the end of the process stains or lumps of powder remain on the dishes, it is possible that the wrong temperature setting and the wrong program for washing were selected. The manufacturer recommends adding no more than 25 g of powder per wash and adding Finish salt to a special compartment. By combining these formulations, you will achieve a better result.

Gel, unlike powder, can be used in any operating mode of the machine and when programming any function.It's just that this tool dissolves in water faster than all powder and tablet formulations.

Finish offers an eco-friendly Eco Power Gel without phosphates and fragrances, which means it is suitable for washing porcelain and silver. The gel is able to remove all stains, including lipstick, tea, coffee and grease.

When purchasing any type of Finish dishwashing product in an automatic device, be sure to read the recommendations for use. The manufacturer of these products gives the dishwasher owners the freedom to choose the dose. And if everything is clear with tablets - it is very easy and convenient to use them, then you can use a powder or gel at your discretion. However, pay attention to the general guidelines. Do not add more than 25 g of powder or 25 ml of gel in one process. And then, this is the maximum dose recommended only in the case when the dishes are excessively stained and among the items there are utensils with stubborn stains.

The label usually indicates how many washes a package of powder or a bottle of gel is designed for. If the appliance is not fully loaded, more detergent may be needed. It is poured (filled up, laid - depending on the type) into a special tray. Usually the compartment marked "D" is for the main portion, "C" is for the soak mode (5 g goes there). The instructions for using the gel composition and the powder are almost identical, all 4 types of tablets also have the same recommendations for their use.

The only difference is that Finish Classic capsules are simpler in their composition, they are not intended to soften water and do not contain a substance to eliminate smudges. Therefore, feel free to add salt and rinse to them, just remember that each product is placed in a special compartment. It is not recommended to mix the powder with the gel or add another detergent composition to the tablets - this can only ruin everything, and besides, you need to think about saving.

Detergents are not designed to reinforce each other - they are independent, complete products. But the use of salt, a freshener, a means for making dishes shine as additional reinforcing components is encouraged and even recommended when washing dishes with gel, powder and Finish Classic tablets. Other types of tablets do not need strengthening, they have a complex composition.

It is also not recommended to take them with wet hands for the same reason, so that the capsules do not begin to dissolve ahead of time. And it is better to transfer them to the compartment, working with gloves. In case of contact with eyes, help is immediately required: first, rinse thoroughly with water under a running stream, and then contact a health worker.

Finish products, like other household chemicals, are stored in a closed cabinet that children have no access to. Naturally, there should be no moisture in it, especially when it comes to storing tablets and powders. In a humid environment, Finish products lose their properties, as, indeed, when exposed to sunlight.