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Why Non-Stick Cookware Shouldn't Be Dishwasher Safe
30.01.2023 00:30
Updated: 13.04.2023 17:40
The dishwasher has become an indispensable assistant for many housewives. However, some make typical mistakes in the process of its use.
Therefore, it is worth understanding why it is better not to wash dishes with a non-stick coating in the dishwasher.
What the instructions say
Each dishwasher manufacturer clearly states a list of things that should not be washed. This list includes all non-stick cookware. There are also a few other materials to remember:
- Plastic.
- Cast iron.
- Tree.
- Bamboo.
- Crystal.
- Porcelain.
- Aluminum and others.
Therefore, it is worth starting with the basics, reading the manufacturer's recommendations.
What You Need to Know About Non-Stick Coating
Non-stick coating is a heat-resistant polymer. Almost all modern cookware has such a coating, it is also called Teflon. To clean cookware with a non-stick coating, it is worth following several tips:
- the water is warm, ideally cold;
- the sponge should be soft;
- Liquid detergent, without abrasive parts.
If even minor scratches are left on such a coating, it will quickly lose its properties.
How a dishwasher can cause harm
The dishwasher is designed to remove even the most serious dirt. A simple example: if there is scale or hard food residue on the dishes, these particles can act as an abrasive.
As practice shows, if you wash non-stick cookware several times in a modern device, nothing terrible should happen. However, regular washing will lead to the appearance of small cracks, which will cause failure.
