Thin plastic containers.
We’ve all done it – simply thrown food into a takeaway container, assuming it would be fine.
Sometimes that’s how it is.
Sometimes, however, it comes out distorted, like modern art.
The top rack helps. Avoiding tumble drying helps even more.
Containers with paper labels.
The issue here isn’t so much damage as chaos.
Paper labels come loose, float around and clog the filter or drain.
It’s a small thing – but a delicate matter.
Gold-colored
cutlery, unlike stainless steel, is not very durable.
They lose their shine quickly, sometimes unevenly.
And then you have an unsuitable set that just looks… odd.
Sterling silver knife (with hollow handles).
This one is unusually special – but important.
The heat can cause the adhesive inside the handle to loosen, leading to detachment.
You don’t notice it right away. But once it happens, there’s no easy solution.
Frosted glass.
A niche product, but still worth mentioning.
Repeated washing cycles in the dishwasher can lead to yellowing. Initially, it is barely visible, but then suddenly becomes clearly noticeable.
So… what’s the rule of thumb?
Here’s a simple way to think about it:
If the items are made of wood, are delicate, coated, sealed, or sentimental, you should not put them in the dishwasher.
Yes, it requires a little more effort. A minute here, two minutes there.
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