kitchen gadgets fall into a gray area.
Garlic presses.
Graters.
Mandolins.
Measuring cups.
Silicone tools.
Strainers.
Food storage containers.
Some are dishwasher-safe.
Some aren’t.
And some have specific instructions about which rack to use.
Before assuming something is safe because it’s made of stainless steel or silicone, check the product instructions.
Silicone is not automatically dishwasher-proof
Silicone generally handles heat well, but that doesn’t mean every silicone product has identical care instructions.
The design, embedded materials, coatings, and manufacturer’s recommendations still matter.
What Can Go Wrong If You Ignore the
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