Product Care
SIMPLE CAST IRON CARE
+ SEASON your new cast iron prior to using, which helps create a natural non-stick surface (see below)
+ HAND WASH cast iron with hot water, no soap, and use a stiff non-metal brush or sponge to remove any residue, it should never be put in a dishwasher
+ DRY PROMPTLY and completely as cast iron can rust, drying cast iron on the stovetop is our favorite
+ HOW TO SEASON your new cast iron:
Start by scrubbing well with warm soapy water (soap should only be used the first time). Dry the cast iron thoroughly. Spread a thin layer of vegetable shortening, lard, or bacon grease (vegetable oil is not recommended). Heat oven to 375 degrees and place upside down on a middle rack in the oven. Bake for 1 hour and let cool completely in the oven. Season regularly.
DINNERWARE CARE
+ VARIATION in form and finish is natural of each piece
+ DISHWASHER SAFE
+ MICROWAVE SAFE
+ OVEN SAFE up to 450 degrees
+ SUDDEN CHANGES in temperature can cause breakage
+ SCRATCHES - Some cutlery and kitchen tools can cause minor scratches in the glaze, these can generally be removed with ‘Bar Keepers Friend’
SIMPLE LINEN CARE
+ NEVER USE BLEACH or color brighteners, these will weaken the fibers and may discolor the items
+ HAND or MACHINE WASH with like colors, use mild detergent, in lukewarm or cold water on a gentle cycle
+ FOR A CRISPER FEEL you may hang them on a line to dry
+ FOR A SOFTER TOUCH machine tumble dry on a low temperature
+ TO MINIMIZE WRINKLING remove and fold linen items promptly when dry
+ FOR ALL YOU TYPE As iron warm (not the ‘linen’ setting)
+ PILLOWS we love overstuffed pillows, but they need to be stuffed and unstuffed gently near the zipper
+ NAPKINS AND PLACEMATS try to remove any stains immediately by blotting with or soaking in warm water
+ LINT during the first few washes can occur and is a natural result of the stone-washing process
LOUISE COLLECTION CARE
ENAMELED LOUISE
+ FOOD SAFE enamel coating on trays and bowls, cold and warm foods, no hot foods
+ HAND WASH with warm water with a mild dish soap, they should never be put in a dishwasher
+ DRY PROMPTLY to prevent spotting
+ DIRECT SUNLIGHT will fade the enamel
NON-ENAMELED LOUISE
+ NOT FOOD SAFE for decorative use only
+ HAND WASH with warm water and a mild dish soap, they should never be put in a dishwasher
+ DRY PROMPTLY to prevent spotting
MARA COLLECTION CARE
+ NATURAL MATERIALS such as marble have variations in color and veining per piece, are normal and makes each piece one of a kind
+ HAND WASH marble items, they should never be put in a dishwasher
+ DRY PROMPTLY to prevent metallic accents from spotting
+ SEAL with a food grade mineral oil, to help repel stains (this will not make it stainproof)
+ STAINS - acid based, oil based, color based foods (i.e. beets), will stain the marble, use caution to preserve longevity
SIMPLE WOOD CARE
+ DRY PROMPTLY or wood items can crack
+ OIL REGULARLY with food-grade oil, like mineral oil (in a pinch, we use olive oil)
+ HAND WASH wood items, as they should never be put in a dishwasher
+ WOOD BURNS so take care to not leave wood items near fire or hot metals
+ VARIATION in wood grain and shape are natural, as items are mostly handmade
