Should I get rid of my Corelle dishes?

Corelle products purchased after 2005 are safe and comply with FDA regulations. Now, if you have any older dishes, that gets a little trickier. You'll want to avoid eating off of older Corelle dinnerware if it shows obvious signs of deterioration; if the glaze is worn, if the paint is melting or chipping, etc.

Does old Corelle dishes have lead?

All our products have been Lead free since the mid-2000's. Lead content has never been regulated until recently. We recommend using the items you have as decorative pieces.

Which Corelle plates have lead?

Which Corelle Dishes Have Lead? Corelle dinnerware sets containing lead are older vintage Corelle plates or Corelle pre-2005 dishes. Decorative patterns are common on vintage Corelle dinnerware.

When should I replace my Corelle?

Corelle Brands LLC Promises to replace any item of CORELLE Dinnerware that should crack, break or chip within THREE YEARS from date of purchase. PORCELAIN AND STONEWARE MUGS ARE NOT INCLUDED. If the exact item is not available, it will be replaced with a comparable item.

Are Corelle dishes worth it?

Yes. There's a reason why this has been one of the most recognizable dinnerware sets throughout the decades. These Corelle plates and bowls are ridiculously easy to clean, lightweight, and come in several cute patterns.

Corelle Dishes - Should You Buy?

Is Corelle still popular?

Corelle is still around today, so it's simple to head over to their website and shop their popular dinnerware. You can also find current Corelle dishware lines at most department stores, including Target, Walmart and Home Depot.

Is Corelle dinnerware toxic?

Corelle claims never to have exceeded this amount, so while not necessarily lead-free, these are considered lead-safe. But, Corelle products bought before 2005 may not follow current FDA regulations. So, avoid eating from older, pre-2005 Corelle dinnerware (especially if there's worn-out, chipped glaze).

Is Corelle guaranteed for life?

Corelle Brands LLC will replace any item of Corelle® Vitrelle® glass dinnerware that should crack, break or chip within THREE YEARS from date of purchase. PORCELAIN AND STONEWARE MUGS ARE NOT INCLUDED.

How do I return my dishes to Corelle?

Any items purchased in a CorningWare, Corelle and more store must be returned to a CorningWare, Corelle and more store for a refund or exchange. Please take your product in the original packaging and your store receipt to the store. (note: The Customer Care Center cannot process refunds/exchanges for store purchases.)

Is vintage Corelle a lead risk?

As mentioned earlier, dishes manufactured before 1970 had no regulations on the glaze used. However, strict regulations implemented in the mid-2000s ensure the Corelle dinnerware made since is completely lead-safe. Corelle makes its products and glazes using clay-based materials and glazed used throughout the industry.

Why are my Corelle dishes turning brown?

Color Causes

If you have rust spots on your Corelle dishes, the cause is most likely your dishwasher. The racks in most dishwashers are metal and coated in vinyl to protect them from rust. Through time and use, however, this vinyl coating may chip or begin to peel away.

How do you know if your dishes have lead in them?

The only way to determine if certain tableware has lead is to test it. Home lead test kits can tell you if the dishes have leachable lead. These tests are most useful in detecting high levels of lead.

When did corningware stop using lead?

According to the Corning has confirmed lead and cadmium in their dishware before 2005. In a statement to a customer question on safety and use of their vintage Corelle dinnerware circa 2000 (note: vintage is older than 20 years).

Is vintage corningware toxic?

All in all, Corning Ware is one of the most eco-friendly, safe, non-toxic types of cookware around.

What year did Corelle dishes come out?

Corelle could be viewed as such a brand. It launched in 1970 with white plates and added four patterns throughout the late 1970s and early 1980s. (Butterfly Gold hit its peak a few years later, according to Business Insider, which noted that 35 percent of American households had Corelle dishes in the late 1980s.)

How long do Corelle dishes last?

Typically, Corelle dishes will last you between 10 and 15 years, depending on how often you use them. Although Corelle doesn't have a specific lifespan promise, these dishes are widely known for how long they last, and well they hold out with continued use.

What is so good about Corelle?

Corelle dinnerware is highly resistant to chipping, breakages and staining because of its unique Vitrelle glass construction. This special material is made of a super tough three-layer glass laminate, originally intended for use in TV screens in the 1940s.

What is the difference between Corelle and CorningWare?

Corelle Brands sells similar looking products under the CorningWare brand name that are made of glazed stoneware, rather than Pyroceram. The packaging for this type of CorningWare bakeware specifically that they are not for stovetop use.

What is the most recommended type of dinnerware?

We recommend getting porcelain, bone china, or stoneware for everyday use because such pieces are affordable, easy to care for, and sturdy. We recommend starting with one set of dinnerware that's casual enough for morning cereal but still elegant enough for a dinner party.

Are old dishes safe to eat off of?

We do not recommend not using old ware unless it shows signs of deterioration such as cracking or pitting of the glaze. This could be a sign that the glaze is disintegrating and could allow lead to leach into food.

Why did they stop making CorningWare?

In 1998 however, due to slumping sales and retooling of manufacturing plants, Corning sold off the CorningWare and Pyrex lines to World Kitchen, LLC. Under new direction, the CorningWare and Pyrex lines are still pretty strong, although different.

Does Corning still make Corelle?

Corelle is a brand of glassware and dishware. It is made of Vitrelle, a tempered glass product consisting of two types of glass laminated into three layers. It was introduced by Corning Glass Works in 1970, but is now manufactured and sold by Corelle Brands.

Why do people love Corelle?

The plates are durable and lightweight. One of the reasons why Corelle dishware has been so popular among families is because their products are chip-resistant, fade-resistant, light-weight, and microwave-safe. Three very important features for any family dishes.

How do I know if my dishes are worth anything?

Look for a back stamp or marker stamp.

This is the easiest way to identify the manufacturer of your dinnerware, although in many cases the stamps may have faded or become illegible. Once you know the manufacturer, you can look up the approximate value of the piece online.