Handmade ceramic mugs are special: they are useful everyday objects with their own character and story. Proper care helps them stay beautiful for years. Here are some practical tips.<\/p>\n
Wash mugs gently with mild dish soap and a soft sponge. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive scrubbers that may damage decorative surfaces.<\/p>\n
Dry mugs with a soft towel or let them air-dry completely before storing them. Avoid putting damp mugs into closed cupboards.<\/p>\n
Store mugs where they cannot easily fall or be knocked over. If you stack them, place a soft cloth between pieces to reduce the chance of scratches or chips.<\/p>\n
A little baking soda mixed with water can help lift stains from a suitable glazed surface. Apply gently, leave for a few minutes and rinse thoroughly. Avoid abrasive rubbing, especially on decorated areas.<\/p>\n
Hard water can leave limescale. For a suitable fully glazed surface, a little diluted vinegar may help; rinse thoroughly afterwards. Avoid prolonged soaking of unglazed or delicate decorative areas.<\/p>\n
For light marks, try mild soap and warm water first. Always test any cleaning method on an inconspicuous area if the mug has unusual decoration.<\/p>\n
Avoid moving a mug suddenly between extreme temperatures. For example, do not pour boiling water into a very cold mug, as thermal shock may cause cracking.<\/p>\n
Some handmade mugs are dishwasher safe, but gentle handwashing is often the best way to protect decorative finishes. If using a dishwasher, follow the individual product’s care instructions and choose a gentle cycle.<\/p>\n
Be careful with sharp objects and metal utensils that can leave marks on glazed finishes.<\/p>\n
Keep mugs in a clean, dry place away from knocks. Wrap them in soft paper or fabric if they will be stored for a long time.<\/p>\n
Want to know how our mugs are made? Read How We Make Our Handmade Ceramic Mugs<\/a>. For gift inspiration, see Handmade Ceramic Mugs: A Thoughtful Gift Idea<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Handmade ceramic mugs are special: they are useful everyday objects with their own character and story. Proper care helps them stay beautiful for years. Here are some practical…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1661,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[332],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8500","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized-en-us"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8500","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8500"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8500\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1661"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8500"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8500"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/claypoetry.lt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8500"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}