Hand wash if possible
Cleaning your Lobmeyr glasses by hand is much more gentle and highly recommended than using a dishwasher. Clean with a little detergent and warm water, then rinse thoroughly to prevent soap residue from sticking. When drying, particular care should be taken with muslin glass, as the delicate material is not to be over-dryed. Never stuff a tea towel into the bowl; despite its elasticity, this can lead to breakage. Always dry the bowl and base of stemmed glasses separately, and avoid placing strain on the stem by exerting opposing pressure on the base and bowl.
Dishwasher cleaning? Yes, but carefully
Lobmeyr glass is generally dishwasher-safe (use the glass wash cycle!). However, glass also contains very small amounts of water-soluble elements, which is why we recommend using as little detergent and rinse aid as possible. This will prevent unsightly damage to the glass surface. Please be sure to open the dishwasher door after the drying cycle is complete to allow any hot water residue to escape as steam. If this remains on the surface of the glass in the warm, humid environment, it can lead to irreversible clouding.
We do not recommend using the dishwasher for glasses decorated with enamel paint. Despite the high firing temperature of the paint (over 500°C), the paint may fade with frequent washing in the dishwasher.
