Originally Posted by
planemechanic
Do you know how hot the water gets in your average dishwasher?
I've just looked it up and it's half to two thirds of what you'd get in an autoclave or similar sterilisation device. Nothing like the pressure either.
Originally Posted by
planemechanic
I would much prefer that to wiping it with a rag just used to clean the toilet. (and yes, I did see that tv show where that actually happened)
Of course, but the poster I quoted said "Glasses and silverware should be sterilized" and that's what I was replying to.