At LINKORI, dining is not only about function. It is about atmosphere, beauty, and the quiet rituals that make everyday meals feel more considered.
Most LINKORI flatware pieces feature refined color-treated, coated, polished, matte, or decorative finishes. To preserve their appearance beautifully, gentle hand washing and immediate drying are strongly recommended.
Colored / Coated Flatware
Best care: Hand wash, mild soap, soft sponge, immediate drying
Avoid: Dishwasher humidity, harsh detergent, abrasive pads, soaking, rubbing
Stainless Steel Flatware
Best care: Rinse soon, wash gently, dry immediately
Avoid: Saltwater, vinegar, lemon, tomato sauce, soy sauce, mustard, egg residue, long soaking
Knives
Best care: Wash and dry promptly, store safely
Avoid: Long moisture exposure, soaking, damp dishwasher storage
Dishwasher Use
Best care: Use only if product instructions allow, remove and dry quickly
Avoid: Overcrowding, high heat, closed damp dishwasher, mixing with silver or reactive metals
Storage
Best care: Fully dry, organized, low-humidity storage
Avoid: Sealed plastic storage, damp drawers, loose rubbing, heavy stacking
Flatware Care Essentials
Start with gentle first-use preparation and simple after-meal habits.
Care may vary by finish, color treatment, coating, material, and decorative detail. Before washing or using any flatware, always check the product care label or product page first.
Before First Use
• Gently wash each piece with warm water and mild dish soap.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove any packing or handling residue.
• Dry immediately with a soft, clean cloth before storing or using.
• Avoid abrasive cleaners, rough sponges, or placing new flatware directly into storage before washing and drying.
Daily Care After Use
• Rinse flatware soon after meals and remove food residue before it dries onto the surface.
• Pay special attention after contact with salt, vinegar, lemon, soy sauce, tomato sauce, mustard, egg, soup, or highly seasoned foods.
• Hand wash whenever possible, especially for colored, gold-tone, black, rose-gold, matte, mirror, or coated finishes.
• Dry immediately with a soft cloth after every wash.
Avoid
• Do not use steel wool, abrasive pads, rough sponges, scouring powders, bleach, chlorine-based cleaners, lemon-based cleaners, strong alkaline cleaners, or harsh chemical detergents.
• Do not leave flatware soaking in water, sauce, soup, vinegar, lemon, soy sauce, mustard, egg, tomato sauce, or saltwater.
• Do not leave used flatware sitting overnight with food residue.
• Do not leave wet flatware sitting in the sink, dishwasher, drying rack, or storage drawer for a long time.
Premium flatware can remain beautiful for years when cleaned gently, rinsed promptly, and dried completely. The most important care habit is simple: avoid prolonged moisture, harsh chemicals, abrasive tools, and long contact with salty or acidic foods.
Color & Coated Finish Care
For gold-tone, black, rose-gold, matte, mirror, and decorative finishes.
Do
• Hand wash gently after use.
• Use mild dish soap only.
• Dry immediately after rinsing.
• Store separately or with enough space to reduce rubbing and scratches.
• Use a soft cloth when buffing the finish.
Don’t
• Do not use abrasive sponges, polishing compounds, metal polish, or scouring pads.
• Do not soak for long periods.
• Do not expose to bleach, chlorine, vinegar, lemon-based cleaners, or harsh detergents.
• Do not scrape colored surfaces with hard tools.
• Do not store pieces loosely in a way that causes repeated rubbing or scratching.
Hand Washing
Recommended for lasting beauty.
Do
• Use warm water with mild, neutral dish soap.
• Wash with a soft sponge or soft cloth.
• Rinse thoroughly to remove soap residue.
• Dry immediately with a soft, lint-free cloth.
• Buff gently with a soft cloth in the direction of the finish when needed.
Don’t
• Do not scrub aggressively.
• Do not use abrasive pads, steel wool, hard brushes, or rough cleaning cloths.
• Do not use lemon-based detergents, bleach, chlorine, strong alkaline cleaners, abrasive powders, or harsh chemical cleaners.
• Do not leave detergent residue on the surface.
Dishwasher Guidance
Use with care only when allowed.
Do
• Use the dishwasher only if the product care instructions allow it.
• Place pieces with enough space so they do not rub heavily against each other.
• Avoid overcrowding the cutlery basket.
• Separate knives, forks, and spoons where possible.
• Open the dishwasher after the cycle to release steam.
• Remove and dry flatware with a soft cloth as soon as possible.
Don’t
• Do not leave flatware inside a closed, damp dishwasher overnight.
• Do not wash stainless steel flatware together with silver, silver-plated, aluminum, or other reactive metals.
• Do not use harsh dishwasher detergents, high-heat cycles, or heated drying settings on colored or coated finishes.
• Avoid air drying colored, mirror, or polished finishes, as water spots may appear.
Knife Care, Water Spots & Storage
Extra attention for blades, mineral marks, and long-term shine.
Do
• Wash knife blades soon after use.
• Dry blades immediately and completely.
• Store knives safely so the blades do not rub against other pieces.
• Use extra care after cutting acidic or salty foods.
Don’t
• Do not leave knives wet in the sink.
• Do not soak knife blades for long periods.
• Do not leave knives inside a damp dishwasher after the cycle ends.
• Do not use abrasive tools on the blade surface.
Water Spots, Marks & Residue
Immediate drying helps reduce spots and mineral marks.
Do
• Dry immediately to reduce water spots.
• Use a soft cloth to gently buff the surface after washing.
• If water spots appear, wipe gently with a damp soft cloth, then dry immediately.
• In hard-water areas, extra drying after rinsing is especially important.
Don’t
• Do not use harsh descalers, acidic cleaners, or abrasive polish on colored or coated finishes.
• Do not let mineral residue build up before drying.
• Do not scrub rainbow marks or water spots aggressively.
Storage & Long-Term Shine
Store dry, separated, and protected from moisture.
Do
• Store only when fully dry.
• Keep flatware in a clean, dry drawer or organizer.
• Separate delicate colored or polished pieces from rough utensils.
• Use a soft-lined organizer when possible.
• Keep away from humidity, steam, and strong cleaning chemicals.
Don’t
• Do not store flatware while damp.
• Do not store in humid spaces.
• Do not pile colored or coated pieces loosely where they may scratch each other.
• Do not place heavy utensils directly on top of delicate finishes.
