How to Clean & Care for Royal Doulton
Your Royal Doulton tableware is designed to be enjoyed every day. With the right care, each piece will continue to bring style and function to your table for years to come. Explore our simple care guidance below to help maintain the beauty and durability of your collection.
Stoneware & Porcelain Open
- Freezer safe
- Oven safe, can be warmed to 100 C / 212 F
- Microwave safe, unless includes precious metal decoration
- Do not expose to direct heat from a naked flame or to rapid changes of temperature
- Use napkins to separate items when storing to prevent scratching
- Stains in tea cups or tea pots can be removed with a cleansing solution e.g. baby utensil sterilizing solution--always wash and rinse thoroughly before use
- Grey marks can be removed using cleansers specifically designed for the removal of metal marks from ceramic products e.g. Barkeepers Friend
- Abrasive materials must not be used when cleaning
- Items marked dishwasher safe can be washed in a dishwasher using a gentle low temperature wash cycle, with a liquid / gel detergent.
Earthenware Open
As for Stoneware except for the following:
- Not freezer, oven, or microwave safe unless stated on the backstamp
- Should not be soaked for long periods of time
Non Leaded Crystal Open
- Wash inside of decanter/carafe with warm soapy water and rinse prior to first use
- Avoid storing food or beverages in glass containers for extended periods of time
- Change liquid contents of all glass containers frequently. This will help preserve the product's finish, avoid film build-up and the chemical erosion of the interior surface
Colour Coated Crystal & Glass Open
- Do not allow colour coated surface to come into contact with bleach materials or solvents, as they can damage the painted surface
- Do not allow colour coated surface to come into contact with sharp or rough implements that may scratch or damage the paint or surface finish e.g. rings, knives, etc.
- Do not place in dishwasher
- Colour coated crystal/glass should be hand washed separately in warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly and dried carefully with a clean, soft, lint free cloth