Do your dishes or accessories wear out quickly or even get damaged when washing them in the dishwasher? Which dishes should not be washed in the dishwasher?
Some dishes are not good wash in the dishwasher. Washing in dishwasher save us time and effort when it comes to cleaning the dishes, which allows us more time for other activities.
It seems easy to throw everything in the dishwasher and press the button, but sometimes it's better to reach for hand wash, in order to keep the container in the best possible condition.
Although the dishwasher is convenient, it is not always the best choice for all dishes
Many cookware manufacturers recommend hand washing certain types of cookware to maintain their quality and durability. This applies especially to dishes that are made of certain materials or have special coatings.
Dishes that should never be washed in the dishwasher
1. Container with special coatings
Some pans and pots have special coatings such as non-stick or enamel coatings. Washing these dishes in the dishwasher can damage the coatings and cause the dish to wear more quickly. Instead, hand washing is recommended to maintain the quality of the coating.
2. A vessel made of wood
Wooden utensils such as wooden cutting boards or wooden cooking pots should never go in the dishwasher. Water, high temperatures and detergents can damage wooden containers and make them more susceptible to cracking, warping or even mould. Instead, they should be hand washed and dried immediately after use.
3. Stainless steel bowl with wooden or plastic handle
Although stainless steel cookware is generally dishwasher safe, care should be taken with cookware that has a wooden or plastic handle. High temperatures and aggressive detergents can damage the handle and cause deviations or cracks. It is recommended to wash these containers by hand or use special baskets to protect the handle during the wash cycle.
4. Copper vessel
Copper cookware can be sensitive to the acids contained in some dishwashing detergents. In addition, high temperatures in the dishwasher can cause copper cookware to discolor or even develop a patina.
5. Aluminum container
Like copper cookware, aluminum cookware can be sensitive to certain chemicals in dishwasher detergents. In addition, aluminum can react with other metals in the dishwasher and cause staining or corrosion. To preserve aluminum pans, it is best to wash them by hand.
6. Plastic container
Plastic containers are often sensitive to the high temperatures produced by dishwashers, which can cause the plastic to warp, crack or even melt. In addition, aggressive detergents used in dishwashers can accelerate plastic wear and shorten its life. Therefore, it is recommended to wash the plastic container by hand in order to preserve its shape and functionality.
7. Crystal
Crystal glass is sensitive to high temperatures and mechanical stress caused by the washing cycle. Washing in the dishwasher can cause cracks, or fogging - destruction. Therefore, hand washing with warm water and a mild detergent is recommended.
