Wait, Do You Always Have to Wash New Dishes Before Using Them? We Asked Cleaning Pros

Wait, Do You Always Have to Wash New Dishes Before Using Them? We Asked Cleaning Pros

Carol Yepes / Getty ImagesKey PointsAny new dishware or kitchen items should be washed before use to help minimize contact with germs and dirt. Be sure to remove all labels, tags, and stickers before loading new dishware into the dishwasher. If an item isn't dishwasher-safe, pre-soak and hand wash with warm water and dish soap.Stocking your kitchen with new dishware is always exciting, but much like new clothes, it’s hard to know if you should g…