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Glass Etching

Glassware has permanent cloudiness (Etching)

Hotpoint · Dishwashers

What does Glass Etching mean?

Glasses may appear permanently cloudy due to etching. This can happen when too much detergent is used, especially if your water is soft. Etching is a permanent condition.

Common Causes

  • Too much detergent used for water hardness.
  • Soft water conditions combined with excessive detergent.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Contact your local water department to determine the hardness of your water.

  2. 2

    Adjust the amount of Dishwasher detergent you use; less detergent is needed for soft water.

  3. 3

    If you have extremely hard water (12 or more grains), consider using a water softener to protect your dishes and Dishwasher.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Hotpoint Dishwashers
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