To help maintain the look and feel of your tableware it

is important to consider the washing process . Washing

temperature , detergents , and water types are key factors

when caring for your product whilst also ensuring that

you do not let dirt and residue build up over long periods

of time . The recommendations on the next page will help

to maintain the performance of your product in service .

Always wash as soon as possible after use .

Before loading into the dishwasher , rinse with

hot water and avoid leaving food on china for

any significant length of time .

Do not overload the dishwasher and ensure

that the water temperature is in accordance

with the manufacturer ’ s recommendations .

Ensure the dishwasher is regularly serviced

and in good order . We strongly recommend using a rack

with custom compartments to ensure that there is no

impact during the washing cycle . Avoid overlapping and

overloading the dishwasher .

There are many automatic dishwashing

detergents available today to suit different

operating conditions . It is important to select

the correct one for the dishwasher as some

detergents can cause corrosion and permanent damage

to the tableware decoration . For any regions with hard

water , it is suggested to use a hard - water detergent and

rinse - aid .

Recommended dishwasher temperature for

china is 69 - 74 ° C / 156 - 165 ° F and a rinse at

83 ° C / 181 ° F . A wash temperature of 69 ° C / 156 ° F

is recognised as the most effective for

removal of food soiling , with less risk of damage to

the decoration . We do not recommend the use of

dishwashers for product with metallic trim .

The use of scourers will lead to damage on

plates , often seen by visible circular scratches .

We suggest not to use a scrubbing sponge and

instead rinse the plate with hot water as soon

as possible

After washing wipe with a damp cloth

microfibre to remove any watermarks that

may occur during the washing process If

watermarks are excessive check the dosage

of rinse aid

To remove coffee and tea stains or any

stubborn built up dirt use Tannin Remover

powder Mix the powder with water and place

the crockery in a bath of the solution for 30

seconds Use a soft sponge to remove stains Do not use

a scrubbing sponge as it can damage the glaze

Using higher temperatures or overdosing

on detergent will cause deterioration to the

glazed finish or damage any decoration on the

product . Most dishwashers have a short wash

or china / crystal cycle that should be sufficient for most

cleaning of china .

Fine bone china should not be used for cooking

purposes . Do not expose it to a naked flame

and avoid use in an oven . Products with gold

or platinum decoration must not be used in a

microwave due to the metallic content .

Precious Metals

It is important to take additional care for items

incorporating precious metals such as gold , silver , and

platinum . These metals have a compromised technical

and durability performance compared to ceramic colours .

To maximise shelf life , we recommend hand washing and

the use of a soft cloth to dry thoroughly before storage

Do not use abrasive materials when cleaning

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