This item says it's dishwasher safe, but it came out dull and tarnished. Is there a way I can polish it and prevent that from happening in the future?
1761276
I don't know- but for anyone reading this in the future the listing does say 'not dishwasher safe'....
1761277
I was told that you can get a treated cloth that would work on it like it would on jewelry to help wipe away tarnish. Since I only use it to tamp in dry coffee I just wipe off with paper towel before putting it up, then occasionally hand wash & dry.
1761278
It is aluminum, which doesn't do well in the dishwasher. Polish it up best you can, try a green scotch brite, and don't put it in the dishwasher again. I just wipe mine off with a paper towel or cloth and that's enough . It doesn't really require that much washing.
1889726
Hi, I have only used the items in the dishwasher around 10 times since I bought them. I took a close look at them today and saw no sign of tarnish on them. I must say I really like the set and also like that they are heavier than my other set. Good luck.
876132
Just checked the sleeve mine came in and there is no mention of whether it is dishwasher safe or not.Because it is plastic I would say yes, it is, but on the top shelf with the blade pushed in all the way so it doesn't get dull.I hand wash mine and am very happy to. It cleans up easily.
523206
I never tried. I just rinse and brush it. I don't see why the dishwasher will hurt it as it is a solid die cast metal just don't let it stand in water for days.
891050
I don't have a dishwasher either. I have never sut myself. I hold it by the plastic and rub a stainless steel sponge against it. You have to be as careful with this as with any other sharp item.
988931
I can't answer this from personal experience (I don't own a dishwasher), but I have heard that the powdered exterior finish may be damaged in the dishwasher (it may lose its color). Again, I have no personal experience with this.
1757434
I've had mine for two years and regularly wash it in the dishwasher. However, the chrome around the lid is separating from the plastic creating a very sharp edge....I have cut my lip on it several times. I think this is probably due to the dishwasher.
1010174
I don't know if it is technically dishwasher safe, however, I certainly would NOT put it in the dishwasher. I would be afraid the colors would fade over time with repeated times in the dishwasher. Don't take chances- hand wash.
222478
I have two Le Creusets. My old one, which I did not treat especially nicely, is discolored. Having learned from that, I never put the new one thru the dishwasher, and I do leave it to soak overnight. I make lots of tomato things in it, and it is not at all stained. I do use rubber or plastic utensils in it, so as to not scrape the bottom.
2095406
I had the same problem. I bought this item thinking it's Made in the USA and won't have any problems with it. The thing got rusty after ONE wash. I only use normal dish soap, wipe area where my cloth can reach and then hang it dry on the dish rack. How do you guys take care of yours? Shall I just spray it with WD40? Not worth sending it back since I'm not in the US.
434323
I think I made a mistake, but I washed some of the parts in the dishwasher, and although they are called stainless steel, the whole finish came off those parts, they did turn to dark grey, and they even showed rust. I'm very disappointed in the quality of the stainless steel. I don't know what kind of metal the tubing is. In spite of how the unit works, which is good, I never expected the stainless steel to behave the way it did.
190197
I have put it in the dishwasher but try to get it out and dry it immediately or it will rust.
293258
I usually wash it by hand,never tried dishwasher， so you can have a try if you want ^_^
1125106
We just hand wash them with dish soap and water. We have not had any issues with tarnishing, and have had some for several years!
173991
I haven't cleaned one yet but when I do I will put a small amount of dishsoap and enough water and then shake it. The other option would be to clean it like you would a coffee pot with ice, lemon juice or vinegar.
526068
I have not put in dishwasher. I'd rather not damage it. I wash it with sponge, dish washing liquid and water.
140837
I wouldn't wash it in a dishwasher. It will tarnish like all real copper does. It is also not recommend to leave water in it overnight as the water will end up with a strong metallic taste.