Flatware Care & Handling

CARE & HANDLING

Extend the life of your flatware through proper care and handling.

FIRST use

HANDLING

PRE-soaking

WASHING

DRYING (afterwash)

BEST practices • Before first use, wash flatware in hot water using mild detergent (rinse and dry before storing).

• When clearing tables, separate flatware from holloware and china to prevent scratching.

• After service, immediately pre-soak in 140–160º water only (no chemicals or detergent) for 10 minutes. • Soak in basket in plastic bus tub, avoiding aluminum, as aluminum may cause discoloration. • Do not use steel wool, metal scrapers, or other abrasive materials to remove food remnants from flatware.

• Wash as soon as possible in basket, mixing forks and spoons so they do not stack. • Load forks and spoons handle-down to ensure maximum rinse. • Load knives blade-down for safety in a separate basket (and to prevent scratching). • PVD ONLY Do not wash color-coated flatware with other metalware (chemical reactions may occur that cause corrosion). • PVD ONLY Only use mild, metal-safe dish detergent (no harsh chemicals or water softeners).

• Remove residual water by drying with a soft cloth or towel to prevent water spotting and corrosion. • PVD ONLY Do not use speed dryers or burnishers. • Store in dry area away from humidity and grease.

• Load flatware loosely in basket, encouraging optimal water flow. • Dry immediately after washing (never soak overnight). • Never leave flatware unwashed for long periods of time, as acidic and salty foods may cause corrosion. • Never soak or wash flatware with cast iron. • Before washing large quantities of flatware for the first time, test your detergent on one item to ensure that no chemical reactions will occur. • Do not use silver polish. • PVD ONLY Color-coated flatware cannot be rebrushed—rebrushing will cause damage to coating.

Grey Flatware Basket with Handles

A301229 (fits Base Rack – A301164)

Grey Flatware Holder

A301224 (fits Plate Rack – A301260)

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COMPOSITIONS

TRITAN® Crystal Glass

Tritan® Crystal Glass is brilliant, break-resistant, and dishwasher safe. Made in Germany with regionally sourced materials, Tritan crystal glass also stands out for their audible characteristics. The sound of toasting with Zwiesel glasses is unlike any other and has become a distinguishing feature of the brand.

FORTESSA® Glass

FORTESSA® Glass made of soda-lime-silica with magnesium oxide and alumina for durability, makes a delightful statement, adding color and texture to fashionable tablescapes.

ZWIESEL Glas Handmade

Made of Tritan® Crystal Glass, every piece is mouth blown with precision by skilled artisans. These premium products are unsurpassed in their manufacturing quality.

EASTMAN TRITAN™ Copolyester

Eastman Tritan™ Copolyester, the industry standard for shatter resistant drinkware, is BPA-free and heat resistant. Copolyester stands up to frequent dishwashing, and based on drop tests, it holds up against cement better than acrylic—bouncing instead of breaking.

Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate is a shatter resistant thermoplastic that does not splinter and is heat resistant up to 212°F. Sustainably produced in a facility that utilizes green energy with no hazardous pollutants, our Polycarbonate is the dishwasher safe alternative to disposable drinkware.