What dishes can be put in the dishwasher? Faience, glass, crystal – fragile material, will it withstand automatic cleaning? In this post, we will find out:
- Can porcelain be washed in a dishwasher?
- what rules to follow when loading items into the chamber;
- what detergents to use.
Features of washing porcelain
Experts say that you can take care of porcelain appliances in the dishwasher by observing simple conditions. The main thing is to pay attention to the type of coating, as well as the durability of the applied pattern.
If an antique set has changed hands for many years, you are unlikely to decide to expose it to high temperatures and strong water pressure. The same applies to cups with a gold border – these are festive services that are rarely used. Therefore, it is easy to take care of them yourself.
What then can be placed in the PMM? These are sets with designations on the reverse side or certain trademarks.
Japanese Nikko manufacturers engaged in the manufacture of bone china. The image is covered with resistant glaze, so it will survive strong water pressure and gels.
Narumi are handmade appliances that are hardened and can withstand automatic washing.
Royal Bone and Fine China have a special composition. The basis is clay with a large amount of aluminum, which allows you to heat food in the microwave.
Downloading and selecting a program
Are you ready to load the service into the baskets and select the mode? Follow the recommendations:
- Leave free space between objects, do not put them close.
- Set the program “Delicate wash” with a temperature of 40 degrees.
- Use gel, liquid products. They do not contain abrasive particles, so they do not scratch the surface.
- At the end of the cycle, do not remove the plates immediately, let them cool.
Following simple tips, you will keep the service in excellent condition and pass it on to your children and grandchildren.