How to wash china safely in your Samsung dishwasher
Hosting holiday gatherings often means bringing out your fine china and setting a beautiful dinner table for your guests. It also means cleaning up after a big meal, which can feel daunting when your dishes are so delicate. This guide explains which types of china are safe to place in your Samsung dishwasher and how to wash pieces that may be too fragile for a standard cycle.
Note: The provided information applies to Samsung dishwashers sold in Canada.
Your beautiful china set may need a thorough cleaning after a meal, but it is important to know whether it can safely go in the dishwasher. The answer depends on a few key factors.
Start by checking the bottom of each piece. Many manufacturers include a dishwasher safe label. If there is no label, look at the original packaging if you still have it, or visit the manufacturer’s website for care instructions.
Age is also important. Older or antique china is not designed to withstand dishwasher heat or water pressure. If your set is more than 15 to 20 years old, it should be hand washed with no exceptions. Newer china, especially pieces made within the last 10 to 15 years, is typically more durable and often suitable for the dishwasher.
You should also examine the design details. Fine china with metal trim or metallic patterns such as gold or silver, as well as any hand painted decorations, should never be placed in the dishwasher. High temperatures and strong spray arms can fade or damage these finishes, so these pieces must be washed by hand.
Review these points as a quick checklist to determine which method is best for your set. The next sections will guide you through washing china in the dishwasher or by hand.
Once you have confirmed that your china is safe to wash in the dishwasher, follow the steps below for clean and undamaged results. Keep in mind that even dishwasher safe china should not be washed this way too frequently, as repeated cycles may cause gradual wear.
Note: Do not add any settings that increase water temperature, such as Hi Temp, or extra wash features. Excessive heat can damage the china.
Note: When storing wine glasses, place them upright with the stem down. Storing them upside down can put pressure on and potentially damage the rims.
If you have determined that your antique, metal trimmed, or hand painted china should not go in the dishwasher, the safest option is to wash it by hand. The process is similar to regular dishwashing, but it requires a bit more care and attention.
Note: Do not use steel wool or any abrasive cleaning tools.
Note: When storing wine glasses, place them upright with the stem down. Storing them upside down may put pressure on the rims and cause damage.
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