Are Dishwasher-Safe and Microwave-Safe the Same Thing? Appliance Experts Say... Kinda?

Are Dishwasher-Safe and Microwave-Safe the Same Thing? Appliance Experts Say... Kinda?

The Spruce / Fiona CampbellWhile plenty of kitchenware is both microwave-safe and dishwasher-safe, these terms are not interchangeable.Using either term incorrectly can lead to fading, warping, or melting.If a dish is unmarked and you're not sure if it can be used with either appliance safely, it's best to avoid both.If you’ve ever flipped over a plate or looked at the bottom of a baking dish, you’ve probably noticed some symbols or words lettin…

Is there a 'right' way to load the dishwasher? What the fight teaches us

Bowls on the top or bottom? Fork handles up or down? Just what is the "right" way to load the dishwasher? It's an age old question.

Just How Bad Is It to Microwave or Freeze Plastic? Here's What Experts Say

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerBRETT STEVENS / Getty ImagesA new lawsuit claims that Ziploc's "microwave safe" label is misleading because microwaving can increase microplastic exposure.Microplastics are tiny bits of degraded plastic that may harm human health.Research has found that microwaving plastic containers can lead to more microplastics exposure than keeping plastic at room temperature.Many plastic dishes and storage containers are marked …