It depends

Can you put fine china in the dishwasher?

Some modern china is dishwasher safe, but hand wash antique, hand-painted, metallic-trimmed, or sentimental pieces.

RackGentle cycle if labeled dishwasher safe; otherwise hand wash
CycleChina/crystal or gentle cycle if allowed
DryingAir dry or low/no-heat dry

What to watch

  • Avoid dishwashing metallic trim.
  • Do not crowd pieces where they can knock together.
  • Hand wash anything irreplaceable.

Full dishwasher-safe guide for fine china