HOW TO TAKE CARE
Casa Maricruz pieces are made to be used, lived with, and kept over time. As handmade objects, they may evolve slightly with daily use — revealing the nature of their materials and the hands behind them. With simple care, each piece can remain part of your table for years to come. Below, you’ll find a few recommendations to help preserve the beauty, texture, and character of every material.
All Casa Maricruz ceramics are microwave and dishwasher safe. However, microwaves and dishwashers expose the pieces to extreme temperatures that might eventually make them lose their shine and develop small cracks.
This is nothing to be worried about – all ceramics and glass end up showing their age, but if you want to maintain its original look for longer, we recommend washing them by hand whenever you can. Consider that every piece is handmade and unique, and they deserve a long life of love and care.
As with our ceramics, our blown glass is microwave and dishwasher-safe.
However, as our glasses are made from recycled crystal and colored pigments, we do not recommend pouring extremely hot liquids directly into them, or washing them with high-temperature water, as this may crack them around the edge of the colored spots.
Casa Maricruz fabrics are made from 100% natural fibers — 50% cotton and 50% linen — so they may feel slightly crisp at first. This is completely normal, and part of their natural character.
With every wash, the fibers soften, loosen and become more flexible, gaining that beautiful, lived-in feel we love in traditional linens.
For the first washes, we recommend using a gentle natural detergent and avoiding fabric softeners, as they can contain chemicals that may stiffen the fabric. You can also gently stretch the linens while still damp to help the fibers relax.
To keep your Casa Maricruz wooden cutting & serving board in the best condition, dry it thoroughly immediately after washing and leave it in a well-ventilated area. Avoid excess moisture, particularly around the ends, as this may cause discoloration, warping or damage to the wood.
We recommend reapplying oil periodically, depending on use and whenever the wood begins to look or feel dry. Use food-safe mineral oil or vegetable oils such as walnut or flaxseed oil, taking care not to over-apply, as excess oil may cause unwanted odors over time.
