What Can and Cannot Be Washed
Most tableware, cookware and flatware can safely be washed in your dishwasher. Check with the manufacturer.
MATERIAL
DISHWASHER SAFE?
Aluminum
Cast Iron
China/Stoneware
Crystal
Filters
Glass
Gold-Plated Flatware
Pewter, Tin
Plastics
Stainless Steel
Sterling Silver or
Silverplate
Wooden Items
Yes, except anodized.
No
Yes, except antique or
hand-painted.
Yes, except antique or
delicate crystal.
Not recommended.
Yes
No
No
Yes, top rack, except
disposable plastic items.
Yes
No, if has commercial
"darkening".
No
SPECIAL INFORMATION
High water temperature and detergents may affect finish.
Seasoning will be removed, and iron will rust.
Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Antique, hand-
painted or over-the-glaze patterns may fade. Gold leaf may discolor.
Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Some types of
leaded crystal may etch with repeated washings.
May leave a dingy deposit or stain on dishwasher interior.
A specialty glass called milk glass can yellow with repeated dishwasher washing.
Will discolor.
Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Plastics vary in
their capacity to withstand high water temperatures and detergents. Disposable
plastic items are not dishwasher safe for this reason.
Run a Rinse Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately. Prolonged
contact with foods containing salt, vinegar, milk products or juice could
damage finish.
Always check manufacturer's recommendation before washing. Run a Rinse
Only cycle (select models) if not washing immediately. Prolonged contact with
food containing salt, acid or sulfide (eggs, mayonnaise and seafood) could
damage finish. Commercial "darkening" may be removed by detergent.
Wood may warp, crack or discolor.
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