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Why do my dishes no longer seem to get clean? The glasses are spotty and foggy, small bits of food left on the plates, etc. They not completely dirty as they were when I put in to wash, but they're certainly not coming out clean either.

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The problem is hard water. There is a new product out called the dishwasher filtration system. It filters the water before it enters your dishwasher. It works amazing and has a money back guarantee. You will love the way your dishes look after the first load. It is also very affordable (like 70 bucks). Go to www.dishwasherfilter.com to find out more info.

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