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CARE GUIDE
Taking good care of your belongings makes good sense. It prolongs their lifespan, which is good
for your finances as well as the planet. Follow our care guide and keep your things beautiful and
usable for many years to come.
DINNERWARE – STONEWARE & PORCELAIN
Stoneware and porcelain are sturdy materials burned at high temperatures. The higher the
temperatures, the sturdier it gets, and our stoneware and porcelain are burned at very high
temperatures above 1200° C. If you take certain precautions, our stoneware and porcelain are
dishwasher, oven, microwave and freezer safe. But never put stoneware and porcelain into a
preheated oven or directly from a warm oven onto a cool tabletop. Big temperature differences
might cause it to crack, which is why it should always be heated up and cooled down slowly.
GLASSES – SODA GLASSES
Our ordinary glasses are made of soda glass, which is easy to care for. You can easily wash soda
glasses together with dishes and cutlery, if you choose a short cycle with temperatures below 55° C.
Then your soda glasses will stay beautiful for many years.
CUTLERY – STAINLESS STEEL
Our cutleries are made from stainless steel. Stainless steel is a very robust material, which is
easy to care for. You should, however, always follow our care guide, since stainless steel should
rather be called rust-resistant steel, because all steel, also stainless steel, can rust, if it is not
treated correctly. Cutlery should be rinsed or washed immediately after use, since acid from
certain foods can damage it – but never let it soak. If certain measures are taken, all our cutleries
are dishwasher safe. Make sure to use dishwasher detergent and rinse aid from the same brand
and to dose it correctly – it must not contain chlorine. Always place the knives in a separate
dishwasher basket, since the blades are made from less rust resistant steel than the rest of the
cutlery. Do not overload the dishwasher, as cutlery needs space to be thoroughly washed and
rinsed. As soon as the wash is completed, open the dishwasher door to let the moisture out.
PLACEMATS – LEATHER & SILICONE
Always remove spilled foods and fluids immediately, since they can cause stains. The placemats
should always be cleaned after use, which can easily be done with a damp cloth and some mild
washing-up liquid. Never put your place mats in the dishwasher and avoid contact with warm things,
such as pots and pans, folding, as well as prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Now and then the
place mats can be rolled “the opposite” way to make sure they keep their completely flat shape.
TEAK WOOD
Teak wood is an extremely solid material, and, if treated properly, the hard wood is almost
impossible to wear out. Never put your wood products in the dishwasher. Wash it by hand, dry
it thoroughly with a dishtowel, and let it air dry before putting it away. To keep the wood from
drying out, it should regularly be treated with a suitable and food approved oil. Unpleasant
odors are easily removed with salt and lemon. Just sprinkle a tablespoon of salt on your cutting
board and rub it around with half a lemon.
100% LINEN
Let your new linen textiles soak for about 24 hours before the first wash. Coloured linen should
be soaked in cold water, while naturally coloured linen should be soaked in warm water. Always
choose a gentle cycle with a short and gentle spin, and make sure to use a washing powder or
liquid without chlorine or optical brightener. Never put linen in the dryer, but smooth and stretch
it after each wash and hang it to dry - avoid strong sunlight. The wrinkled look is part of the charm
of linen, and it is best to avoid ironing. If you choose to iron your linen textiles, make sure to do it
at low temperatures before they are completely dry. Be aware that pure linen might shrink 5-7%.
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