Pro Tips For Taking Care of Kitchen & Dining
The hub of delicious smells of a variety of dishes and the heavenly sector where all of it rests to keep your tummies full and best deserves a little more attention. Be it ceramic plates, glass dispensers, stainless steel lunch boxes, or cast iron cookware, every different material requires a different set of care tips which if followed, can assure great longevity of products. Because, we know, you know and everybody else knows this too, how important a good meal means!
Table linens, on the other hand, require a care chart pretty similar to any other fabric item, but sure, they demand specific attention too. Table napkins, coasters, hot mats, gloves, etc. require gentle care and washing. As we talked quite a bit about food now, let’s take a quick look at the pro care tips for all these items before you start feeling hungry!
Cotton Products
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Wash gently in cold water with gentle detergent
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Avoid using bleach to remove stains
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Use cold water to treat any kind of stains other than oil. For oil stains hot water works wonders
Ceramic Products
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Refer to product wash instructions
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Don’t use abrasive materials to dry or clean the items
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Avoid sudden temperature changes; thermal shock can cause pottery to crack
Glass Products
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Wash with warm water and mild detergent
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Store it in a dry place away from the reach of children
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Wipe with a paper towel to avoid water stains before storing it
Metal Products
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Avoid using metal scrubs or scrappers or follow the instructions specific to the product
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After washing, wipe off the water well with a dry soft cloth to prevent discoloration and rusting
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Gently rub the metal surface with half cut lemon dipped in salt. Rinse and buff with a soft cloth after to bring out the shine of the metal
Wood Products
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Avoid using water to cleanse. Clean with cleansing spray specifically available for wood
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Dust regularly and avoid using it in high temperatures
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Rub with coconut oil to preserve the shine
Stainless Steel Products
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Wash/clean with warm soapy water
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Use soft cloth to wipe clean
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Wipe with white vinegar for shine retention
MDF Products
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Wipe with clean dry cloth
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Avoid using MDF products outdoors. Keep away from direct sunlight
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Microfiber cloth is best to use while cleaning MDF products
Acrylic Products
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Wipe/clean with mild soap and water with a lint free cloth
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Store in a cool place away from heat or direct sunlight
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Use microfiber cloth while wiping to prevent scratches
Bronze Products
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Typically water should be avoided on the surface as it corrodes the metal. Dry immediately
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Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid dropping on hard surfaces
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To remove tarnish make a paste out of one cup of white vinegar with one teaspoon of salt and flour in it. Use a soft cloth to wipe down the product with the paste
Copper Products
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Use warm water to wash copper items
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Dry thoroughly to prevent water spots or discoloration
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Use a solution containing equal parts of salt and white vinegar to clean and make copper items shinier
Cast Iron Products
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Avoid using soap, instead use hot water and stiff-bristled brush and rinse thoroughly
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Store in a dry place and if stacking of cast iron products are required, use a paper towel between them to prevent scratching
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Season with a thin coat of vegetable oil before first use
Silicone Products
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Wash in warm soap water or dishwasher
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Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Do not stack heavy items on top as that can deform the product
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Please try to keep sharp objects away from the silicone. If the silicone splits, it isn’t easy to repair
Nylon Products
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Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight
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Clean it with a dash of baking soda and lime occasionally
Aluminium Products
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Hand wash with mild soap and warm water is recommended
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Dry them thoroughly before storing as it can cause water stains and lead to tarnishing
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Wash with a solution of baking soda and white vinegar to retain lustre
Clay Products
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Recommended hand wash only with mild soap
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Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or chipping
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Stubborn stains can be removed by soaking in a mild bleach solution for up to one hour without damaging the ceramics
Carbon Steel Products
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Avoid using soap, instead use hot water and stiff-bristled brush and rinse thoroughly
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Store in a dry place and if stacking of cast iron products are required, use a paper towel between them to prevent scratching.
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Season with a thin coat of vegetable oil before first use
Stoneware Products
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Recommended hand wash only with mild soap
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Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or breakage
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The most crucial key to stoneware care and use is to always make sure it’s brought to room temperature before cleaning. Rapid temperature changes can cause thermal shock, which means your stoneware has the potential to crack and chip.
Bone China Products
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Recommended hand wash only with mild soap
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Dry completely before storing and stack properly to avoid any scratch or chipping
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Remove coffee stains from mugs (as well as fork marks from plates) by rubbing a paste of baking soda and water over the tableware before rinsing and drying.