Product Care

METAL

• Our fine metal is handcrafted from 100% recycled aluminum. Slight “imperfections” and cooling marks are the hallmark of handmade goods.
• Occasional use of a non-abrasive metal polish will revive luster. We recommend Simichrome polish which is available from Mariposa or at a local hardware store.

• All products are food-safe and will not tarnish.
• Handwash in warm water with mild soap and towel-dry immediately.
• Do not place in the dishwasher or microwave.
• Coat lightly with vegetable oil or spray to avoid staining. Avoid extended contact with water and acid-based foods.
• Cutting directly on the metal surface will scratch the finish.
• Warm to 350 ̊ for hot foods. Freeze or chill for summer entertaining. **Not recommended for enamel pieces

WOOD

• Food-safe wood products are made from North American sustainable resources.
• Do not place in the dishwasher, microwave, or oven; simply handwash in warm water with mild soap and dry.
• Condition your board regularly with mineral oil or beeswax wood conditioner.
• Avoid extended contact with water or acid-based foods.

SWEDISH

• These trays are crafted by hand and molded into shape with high heat and pressure using layers of birch veneer, protected by a melamine top-coat, making them very durable.
• Dishwasher safe, however do not place in microwave.

• Viventium trays are crafted from individual pieces of veneer, a natural wooden surface treated with hard wax oil. Each is unique with its own structure and tint.
• Handwash only. Wipe off with a damp cloth to clean.
• Not microwave safe.
• If the surface becomes stained or scratched, use a very fine-grained sand paper and then coat with a new layer of hard wax oil.
• Dishwasher-safe using a mild detergent on a warm, gentle cycle, however Alabaster Platters with recycled aluminum handles must be handwashed. Do not warm in oven. Do not freeze or microwave glass.
• Matte finished Alabaster glass should be hand washed. Use a mild detergent; do not use an abrasive cleaner. Do not warm in oven. Do not freeze or microwave glass.

ARTISINAL GLASS

• All Mariposa glassware is individually handcrafted; slight variations in color, bubbles, cooling or pontil marks are signatures of the artistic process.
• Avoid extreme temperatures of boiling water or microwave on all Mariposa glass.

• Bellini’s effervescent look is a result of bicarbonate of soda exploding in the glass, while being individually handblown. In rare cases, slight ripples might appear at the rim.
• Dishwasher-safe using a mild detergent on a warm, gentle cycle; use air dry setting to avoid potential fogging.