What is Premium Bone Porcelain? Premium bone porcelain, also referred to as fine china, is made of a high quality mixture of ceramic materials and bone ash. This top-of-the-line dinnerware is lightweight, semi-transparent product that is usually in a brighter white tone and is one of the strongest types of dishes. What is Premium Porcelain? Premium porcelain, also referred to as china, is a high-quality product that is made of a blend of fine materials fired multiple times at very high temperatures. The high-quality and shell-like glimmer of this type of dinnerware is similar to bone china, yet premium porcelain is more affordable. What is borosilicate glass? Borosilicate glass is a special type of glass that is made with boron oxide, making it extremely resistant to high heat. It is dishwasher safe and can be used to enjoy both and cold beverages. What is a “place setting”? When dinnerware or flatware is sold as a place setting you will be buying a full setting that includes everything one person needs to enjoy at least a three-course meal. What is a charger (or buffet plate)? Buffet plates and chargers are a wonderful way to add an extra bit of glamour to your table setting. Stacked underneath the dinner plate, these pieces are decorative and elevate your tablescape style. What is 18/10 stainless steel? The numbers 18/10 represent the amount of chromium and nickel in the flatware’s composition. In this case, there is 18% chromium and 10% nickel. Important to note is the nickel percentage, as nickel makes the product resistant to corrosion and easy to care for, which means as the grade starts to go from 18/10, to 18/8 to 18/0, the flatware will become less lustrous and less durable. How do I care for my Villeroy & Boch dinnerware? Most porcelain and bone porcelain Villeroy & Boch products are dishwasher and microwave safe. We recommend using non-scented dish soap. Metallic Embellishing: Dinnerware with gold or platinum embellishments (examples include but are not limited to Anmut My Colour, Amazonia, etc.) is not microwave safe. Hand washing is recommended; the occasional gentle cycle is fine. How do I care for my Villeroy & Boch crystal stemware/glassware? Your crystal stemware/glassware is dishwasher safe. We recommend using non-scented dish soap. Please place glasses on the top rack (secure stemware in holders if available). We recommend using a crystal, gentle or other low-heat setting. How do I care for my Villeroy & Boch flatware? Your flatware is dishwasher safe. We recommend using non-scented dish soap and placing your flatware in the bin with the handles down. .