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Over time the dinnerware may become rough or chipped along the edges. If items are dropped or bumped/banged damage may occur because the dinnerware is weak. We recommend using less abrasive automatic dishwashing detergents such as Palmolive, Sunlight, or a store brand.
Is it safe to use chipped Corelle?
DO NOT use or repair any item that is chipped, cracked, or severely scratched. Damaged items may break or shatter without warning. DO NOT abuse by dropping or hitting against a hard object.
When should I replace my Corelle dishes?
Corelle Brands LLC Promises to replace any item of CORELLE Dinnerware that should crack, break or chip within THREE YEARS from date of purchase. PORCELAIN AND STONEWARE MUGS ARE NOT INCLUDED. If the exact item is not available, it will be replaced with a comparable item.
Do Corelle plates scratch easily?
The highly-popular Fiesta dinnerware is known for its 18 bright color options and a fun concentric pattern around the rim. The Corelle brand is known for its sturdy dinnerware that is resistant to breaking, chipping, scratching, and staining.
Does my Corelle have lead?
All our products have been Lead free since the mid-2000’s. Lead content has never been regulated until recently. We recommend using the items you have as decorative pieces.
What is the most popular Corelle pattern?
Some of the most popular Corelle designs are Country Cottage, Farmstead, Spring Blossom Green and Butterfly Gold.
Is Corelle break proof?
Although Corelle® dinnerware is made of Vitrelle® glass, known for its strength and durability, all glass is breakable. We offer a three-year warranty against breakage, chipping, and staining under normal household use. This warranty does not cover accidental breakage.
Are old Corelle dishes safe?
Corelle products purchased after 2005 are safe and comply with FDA regulations. You’ll want to avoid eating off of older Corelle dinnerware if it shows obvious signs of deterioration; if the glaze is worn, if the paint is melting or chipping, etc.
Did Corelle go out of business?
Out of an abundance of caution we have temporarily closed our retail stores and are emphasizing our online purchasing options for consumers.
How do you get scratches out of Corelle plates?
Baking Soda, Cream of Tartar, or Bar Keeper’s Friend Simply select your weapon of choice and make it into a paste with a little water. Then use your finger, a sponge, or a piece of cloth to rub the scuff marks with the paste until they disappear.
How do you get scratches out of Corelle dishes?
Wash by hand or in automatic dishwasher. Load dishes to avoid bumping against other items during cycle. To remove gray or rust marks, clean with non-abrasive cleanser. If scouring is necessary, use only plastic or nylon cleaning pads with non-abrasive cleansers.
What is so special about Corelle?
Corelle dinnerware is highly resistant to chipping, breakages and staining because of its unique Vitrelle glass construction. This special material is made of a super tough three-layer glass laminate, originally intended for use in TV screens in the 1940s.
Is Corelle toxic?
Made in the USA, Corelle plates and bowls are made of three layers of a type of tempered glass called Vitrelle®. This dinnerware is durable, lightweight and most importantly free of toxic chemicals!.
What is the difference between Corelle and melamine?
Most of the dinnerware is made from melamine, a type of plastic, which is break-resistant. However, Corelle dinnerware is made from tempered glass that is chip and scratch-resistant. The material used in making Corelle dinnerware is microwave safe.
Is Corelle glass or ceramic?
Corelle dishes are made of Vitrelle, a glass laminate of three thermally-bonded glass layers.
Are Corelle and Pyrex the same?
Pyrex has been around since 1915. It was developed by Corning, but was spun off, along with Corelleware, into a separate company in the early 1990s. This company is now called Corelle Brands.
Is luminarc the same as Corelle?
One brand that’s really made their mark for having stunning designs and being lightweight dishes that are not Corelle is Luminarc. Brands like Libbey and Duralex make nontoxic tempered glass dinnerware but often just in clear glass. But there are a lot of companies selling private-labeled tempered glass dishes now.
What is the most chip resistant dinnerware?
Below, eight durable dinnerware sets that won’t chip or scratch: AmazonBasics 18-Piece Dinnerware Set, Service for 6. Corelle Livingware Sand Sketch 16-Piece Dinnerware Set. Handi-Ware 16-Piece Melamine Dinnerware Set, Service for 4, Break & Chip Resistant. Adkins 16-Piece Dinnerware Set. Zak Designs Confetti Plastic Plates.
What happens when Corelle breaks?
Corelle Brands LLC will replace any item of Corelle® Vitrelle® glass dinnerware that should crack, break or chip within THREE YEARS from date of purchase. PORCELAIN AND STONEWARE MUGS ARE NOT INCLUDED. If the exact item is not available, it will be replaced with a comparable item.
Is Corelle made in China?
Most of our Corelle dinnerware is made in the USA. All of the plates and bowls from the Livingware, Lifestyles, Impressions, Ultra and Corelle Square collections are made in the states. The mugs and glasses in our sets are made in China. Also, our Corelle Hearthstone dinnerware collection is made in China also.
Does plain white Corelle have lead?
Answer: These are NOT completely lead & cadmium free, I just spoke with Corelle headquarters Customer Service. The totally white dishes are the purest; anything with colorful trims or designs will have a higher % of lead/cadmium.
Is Corelle still popular?
Corelle is still around today, so it’s simple to head over to their website and shop their popular dinnerware. You can also find current Corelle dishware lines at most department stores, including Target, Walmart and Home Depot.
What causes GREY marks on dishes?
Gray marks on white dishes often develop on dinnerware that’s used frequently for serving meals. These marks aren’t actually dirt or debris; they’re simply signs of normal wear and tear on the dishes.
How do you get GREY scratches out of dishes?
You have three options when it comes to removing these scuffs: cream of tartar, baking soda, and Bar Keepers Friend (or Bon Ami). Cream of tartar and baking soda are fairly mild, as far as abrasives go, and either option works well to remove very light scuffs and lighten darker scuffs.
How do you clean yellowed Corelle dishes?
Lay the Corelle dish on a clean, flat surface. Wear rubber gloves to protect your hands. Apply ½ teaspoon of a non-abrasive cleaner onto a nylon cleaning pad or sponge. Scrub the rust stain gently with the cleaning pad or sponge until the rust stain is removed.
