Dishwasher No, No's

Date: 05-05-2016
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Care Instructions



 Chopping boards Anything wood:
Anything from wooden chopping boards to wooden spoons and wooden-handled scrapers should go straight to the sink. Dishwashers get hot – so hot that the wood can warp and lose its finish. This causes boards to swell and contract, leaving them teetering and unsteady on the counter. The dry cycle may also cause the wood to crack, creating a breeding ground for bacteria. Try a bit of baking soda if you want to scrub away skid marks.
Vintage plates:
Whether gifted from your grandmamma or thrifted from your local Vinnies, be wary of exposing antique porcelain to hot water and detergents, which can eat away at any gold plating and hand-painted detailing.		  porcelain plates
  Kitchen knives:
Chefs never put their expensive knives in the dishwasher: Fact! Dishwasher detergent, which contains highly alkaline compounds, can be very abrasive on their sharp edges and the banging around in the wash cycle can blunt them even more.
Garlic press:
Anyone who’s used a garlic press knows that it’s tricky to clean. Those hard-to-clean crevices should be tended to by hand, lest you want that yucky, greyish residue caused by particles of food being trapped inside, even after a wash cycle.		  
 

                                                         Baking mats:
These floppy, thin, reusable plastic mats actually break down over time if you expose them to repeated dishwashing.


                                                     Anything insulated:
Don’t ruin your thermos by putting it in the dishwasher. The double-walled design may be breached by the machine’s heat, causing cracks through which water and food can seep in. Gross! Having gaps in the seal also hinders its ability to retain heat, rendering it useless.
  Copper pots and pans:
If you own anything made of copper, make sure you handwash it. Harsh dishwasher detergent can change its gorgeous colour.
Cast-iron skillets:
Not only will the dishwasher cause your cast-iron skillet to rust, it will also wash away its seasoning – the protective, non-stick layer of baked-in oil and lard. Rinse it with hot water, using a soft sponge to lift any stuck-on food. Then dry with a towel immediately to keep it well seasoned and rust-free.		  
                                                          Some plastics:
Certain plastic may melt from the cycle’s heat and/or leach toxic nasties like BPA, so only put it in the dishwasher if it says its safe to do so on the container. Those takeaway containers and yoghurt tubs you like to use as Tupperware to store your leftovers in? Yeah, probably best to keep them out. Any dishwasher-safe plastics should be placed on the top rack, where they’re furthest from the heating element.
  Non-stick pots and pans:
Many non-stick pots and pans claim to be dishwasher safe, but the hot water and harsh detergents aren’t good for the non-stick coating. Wash by hand if you want them to last longer.

                                                 Anything with adhesives:
Avoid putting jars and bottles with labels in your dishwasher. Those small pieces of paper and glue can clog your drain, so make sure you hand wash them or at least peel away the labels first. The same applies to dishes or utensils with handles glued on. The heat can cause the glue to melt and the handles to come loose.
Aluminium:
Dishwasher detergent, due to its strong alkaline compounds, is also harsh on aluminium finishes, causing it to discolour and turn black. Be wary of aluminium pots or anything with an aluminium trim. For baked-in stains,vinegar and cream of tatar solution, brought to the boil, will help loosen the gunk.		  
  Anything you’d cry over breaking:
That heirloom, high-end or particularly delicate china, crystal glassware or silverware you got on your wedding day? Err on the side of caution and don’t put it in the dishwasher. They could lose their lustre or worse, chip and break.

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