Here’s What Putting a Towel Over the Stove Is For – The Kitchen Trick Not Everyone Knows

An open gas flame.
A hot burner.
A heating element.
Hot oil or grease.

Fire safety guidance recommends keeping towels and other flammable materials away from active cooking surfaces because they can ignite.

What Should Never Go in a Dishwasher

Some household items are better washed by hand, including:

Delicate glassware.
Sharp knives.
Wooden cutting boards and utensils.
Cast-iron cookware.
Some plastic containers.
Non-stick pans, depending on the manufacturer’s instructions.

These items can become damaged or damage the dishwasher over time.