Abstract: This invention is directed to a method of dispensing an aqueous bleach solution created by dissolving a continuously advancing substantially coated bleach tablet in a stack of such coated tablets. The invention uses a coated solid active bleach tablet which provides reduced swelling upon contact with water as well a s reduced odor and dusting. Active bleach sources suitable for a coated bleach tablet of the invention include active halogen and oxygen bleaches. Suitable coatings include water soluble organic and inorganic materials. The coated bleach tablets are particularly beneficial for continuous advancement in known solid dispenser systems.