The dishwasher might just be one of the greatest inventions of the 19th century thanks to its myriad time, energy, and cost-saving benefits. And yet, while it may be a little too easy to just chuck everything into the handy appliance after you've spent hours in the kitchen cooking up a storm, it's best that you don't do that, especially when it comes to copper cookware.
Some of the items on our list are ones that you may be guilty of washing the wrong way all your life, while others are ones you've been handwashing all along. Some of the items we have on our list are ones you've likely heard that you should always handwash. Still others are ones you know you should have been handwashing, but without knowing the reason why, you've stuck them in the dishwasher anyway.
It's easy to see the appeal of collecting vintage dishes. There's the thrill of the find at flea markets and secondhand shops. There's realizing you've stumbled upon some of the vintage plates that are worth a fortune today. And there's the opportunity to truly personalize your kitchen with eclectic, artful flair. But there's a crucial step with vintage dishes, and that's proper care.