care + HANDLING
Ceramic Dinnerware
Ceramic dinnerware requires proper care to retain its beauty and durability throughout its service life.
First Use
Before the first use, wash the dinnerware in hot water with a mild detergent
Handling
After clearing tables, immediately remove food remnants from dinnerware with a soft dish cloth or sponge
Avoid using abrasive materials (steel wool, metal scrapers, scouring pads) to remove debris
Avoid using abrasive materials (steel wool, metal scrapers, scouring pads) to remove debris
Pre-Soaking
Soak in 140-160ºF water with chlorine-free, acid-free, non-abrasive detergent for 10-20 minutes
Washing
Wash as soon as possible, using a peg rack to maximize water contact with dishware
Utilize appropriately-sized glass racks to avoid breakage
Dinnerware is safe for both high and low temperature dish machines, unless otherwise noted
Utilize appropriately-sized glass racks to avoid breakage
Dinnerware is safe for both high and low temperature dish machines, unless otherwise noted
After washing, remove residual water by drying with a soft cloth or towel before storing
Best Practices
Do not microwave or heat over 400ºF
Avoid abrupt temperature changes, due to thermal shock from hot-to-cold or cold-to-hot, to reduce the risk of cracking and breakage
Wash ceramics in dishwasher for optimal cleaning results
Soak in a 10% oxygenated bleach/water solution for 8-24 hours to remove stains
Consult your chemical supplier to ensure use of recommended products for best results with your dishwasher and water conditions
Avoid abrupt temperature changes, due to thermal shock from hot-to-cold or cold-to-hot, to reduce the risk of cracking and breakage
Wash ceramics in dishwasher for optimal cleaning results
Soak in a 10% oxygenated bleach/water solution for 8-24 hours to remove stains
Consult your chemical supplier to ensure use of recommended products for best results with your dishwasher and water conditions