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