preserve the surface for longer, particularly when the manufacturer recommends it.
Acrylic and Melamine Dishes
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Acrylic and Melamine Dishes
These dishes are popular for a reason: they are lightweight, colorful, and resistant to breaking.
However, depending on the specific product and its instructions, dishwasher exposure can contribute to:
- Fading
- Cracking
- Warping
The damage may not happen immediately, which makes it easy to overlook until the change becomes obvious.
The Sentimental Stuff
Printed or Hand-Painted Glassware
You know those measuring cups where the markings slowly disappear?
Repeated dishwasher cycles can wear away some printed markings and decorative designs. Hand-painted pieces can be even more delicate, particularly when their finishes were not designed to withstand repeated high-temperature washing.
If the markings or decoration matter to you, hand washing is the safer choice.
Fine China With Metallic Trim
Gold accents and dishwashers are not always friends.
Dishwasher detergent,
