Washing Recommendations
Most household dishes such as plates, saucepans, and flatware are dishwasher safe. If you are unsure, check the manufacturer’s recommendations before washing. You are responsible for what is washed in the dishwasher.
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| Aluminum | Yes |
| Anodized aluminum may fade or |
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| Cast iron | Not |
| Seasoning will be removed and the |
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| cast iron will rust. |
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| China/ | Yes |
| China without decoration or with |
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| glaze covered patterns is usually |
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| Crystal | Yes |
| Position crystal so that it will not fall |
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| Some types of lead crystal may etch | |
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| Flatware | Not |
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| Glass | Yes |
| Milk glass may discolor with |
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| repeated washing. |
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| Gold- | Not |
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Washing Recommendations
Materials | Diswasher safe? | Comments |
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Knives | Yes |
| Position knives in large items tray |
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| so that blades are not touching. |
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| Knives may become dull if the |
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| Coating may wear off with repeated |
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Pewter/ | Not |
| Pewter, brass, and bronze may |
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Plastic | Yes |
| Disposable plastic cannot withstand |
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| Rinse stainless steel items if they |
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Stainless | Yes |
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| Prolonged contact with salty or |
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| acidic foods will stain. Position |
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Silver/ | Yes |
| Rinse silver/silverplate items if they |
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| acidic foods and foods containing |
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| sulfur will stain. Position stainless |
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Tin | Not |
| Tin may rust. |
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Wood | Not |
| Wash wood items by hand. Wood |
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| may warp, crack, or lose its shape |
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