Introduction: With the improvement of living standards, more and more families have begun to use dishwashers to free their hands.
However, for some special materials, such as bone china bowls, there is always a concern about whether they are safe to enter the dishwasher.
This article will demystify the safety of bone china bowls in the dishwasher.
First, the characteristics of bone china bowls
Bone china bowls originated in England and are widely loved for their unique texture, color, and thermal insulation properties.
The main features of bone china bowls are:
1. High-temperature firing: The firing temperature of the bone china bowl is high, generally above 1250 °C, which makes the bone china bowl have good wear resistance and crack resistance.
2. Bone meal: A certain proportion of bone meal is added to the raw materials of bone china bowls, accounting for about 25%.
This gives bone china bowls a unique texture and thermal insulation properties.
3. Good light transmittance: The texture of the bone china bowl is delicate and the light transmittance is good, giving people an elegant feeling.
4. Fragile: Due to the material characteristics of bone china bowls, it is more fragile than ordinary ceramic bowls.
Second, the influence of dishwashers on bone china bowls
1. Temperature: The dishwasher will use hot water during the cleaning process, and the temperature is usually between 60°C-75°C.
For bone china bowls, this temperature is within the tolerance range and will not cause deformation or damage.
2. Detergent: The detergent used in the dishwasher is usually alkaline and will not have a corrosive effect on bone china bowls.
However, some detergents containing bleach or scrub ingredients may cause damage to bone china bowls, so they should be avoided.
3. Washing method: The dishwasher will spray and rotate during the washing process, which may cause impact on the bone china bowl.
Therefore, when using a dishwasher to clean bone china bowls, you should make sure that there is enough space between the bowls to avoid collisions.
4. Drying method: The dishwasher will dry after washing.
In this process, the bone china bowl should be avoided from direct blowing at high temperatures to avoid cracking due to temperature changes.
3. How to use the dishwasher to clean bone china bowls safely
1. Choose the right dishwasher: When buying a dishwasher, you should choose a dishwasher with bone china bowl washing function, and avoid using a dishwasher that sprays too hard or has too high a temperature.
2. Reasonable placement: When placing bone china bowls in the dishwasher, make sure that there is enough space between the bowls to avoid collisions.
At the same time, the bone china bowl can be fixed on a special rack in the dishwasher to reduce vibration.
3. Use the right detergent: Choose a detergent that is non-corrosive to the bone china bowl and avoid using detergents that contain bleach or scrub ingredients.
4. Control the washing temperature: Adjust the washing temperature of the dishwasher appropriately according to the bearing capacity of the bone china bowl to avoid excessive temperature.
5. Pay attention to the drying method: After washing in the dishwasher, when taking out the bone china bowl, you should ensure that its temperature drops to room temperature and avoid direct blowing at high temperatures.
IV. Conclusion
The safety of bone china bowls in the dishwasher depends on the performance of the dishwasher, the choice of detergent, and how it is placed.
As long as used wisely, bone china bowls are completely dishwasher safe.
During use, pay attention to the above details, so that your bone china bowl can enjoy convenient washing while maintaining its elegance and quality.