“Chipped dishware can be sharp and potentially cut your mouth or hands,” Randhawa says.
Tip
Part ways with dishware at the first signs of a crack or chip.
Scratches may also occur from utensils scraping on dishes over time.
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Randhawa advises replacing your bowls and plates if they look excessively scratched.
“You were hooked to the design but never thought about how your food would look on them.”
Not everyone’s lifestyle is conducive to hand-wash-only items.
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