what is the best material for "plastic" high quality wine glasses to be used around a pool and wanting them to look and feel like glass is it acrylic and polystyrene or polycarbonate or copolyester -- I don't mind hand washing but want a good feel on my lips and asthetically? Thanks what is the best material for "plastic" high quality wine glasses to be used around a pool and wanting them to look and feel like glass is it acrylic and polystyrene or polycarbonate or... » Read More what is the best material for "plastic" high quality wine glasses to be used around a pool and wanting them to look and feel like glass is it acrylic and polystyrene or polycarbonate or copolyester -- I don't mind hand washing but want a good feel on my lips and asthetically? Thanks « Show Less
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Polycarbonate. We have used them in and around the spa for about a year. Looks good, feels fine on the lips, leaves the wine tasting like it should and doesn't break.
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I prefer polycarbonate but a heavy quality. The thin stems on these break to easy
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I like the Polycarbonate glasses the best. They stay crystal clear for a very long time. The other types get a cloudy appearance fairly quickly. I've had some of my Poly glasses for 5 or six summers and they still look as good as the day I bought them. I put them in the dishwasher about half the time and hand wash the other half. Hand washing does make them look the best.
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I have ordered several sets of the polycarbonate caberet glasses from Wine Enthusiast. They are an almost exact replica of the Riedel Vinum Bordeaux glasses. They are great to take to an outdoor event or to a friend's house who does not appreciate the value of the "right" glass, without having to pack up your good glasses. I keep a bag ready with the polycarbonate glasses in individual plastic bags so I am always ready for a last minute party :-))
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Robin, I can't endorse these wine glasses as being any sort of sensory pleasure to experience. They are a sound investment if you don't want them to break when dropped from a picnic table on to a wooden deck or brick patio, but that's about it. They do cloud with age and washing. They also scratch if not washed with a proper soft cloth or sponge. Good luck with your search, but I don't think you're looking for polycarbonate glasses. Cheers.
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They are made of plastic. Double-layered with some type of liquid or jell in area between the layers. There is rubber/plastic band around the middle to allow for comfortable holding. Everyone that has used them seems to like the way glasses keep wine cooler for a long time. We keep them in freezer for quick use.
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What plastic exactly? It mentions BPA free, but are there any other bisphenols used? BPS, perhaps? Where can we get the exact list of chemicals? Any certifications from a European consumer safety authority?
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Acrylic to the best of my knowledge. Too sturdy to be plastic in my opinion.
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I don't know what plastic is used, but if you are concerned about health there are some very similar ceramic models. I have both types but got the plastic one for camping because it was lighter and less likely to break when packed with other gear.
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Acrylic, a Form of plastic. However, it is so hard and has a glass like surface it doesn't absorb "Any" food or liquid stains like most all other plastics tend to do! Plus, it's not near as heavy as glass! I "Love" it!!! Will be getting another for the camper!
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It is made of a crystal clear plastic, probably acrylic, which has a great, distortion-free reflection and is way safer in the shower. Also, it seems quite light, durable and easily defogged. Before this I probably would have insisted on glass. Buy it and I'm pretty certain you'll love it.
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Acrylic, a form of plastic. However, it is so hard and has a glass like surface it doesn't absorb "Any" food or liquid stains like most all other plastics tend to do! Plus,it's not near as heavy as glass! I "Love" it!!! Will be getting another for the camper!
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I have found that the thickness and sturdiness of the plastic is what's most important. I have discovered that a dish washing liquid bottle (Palmolive, Dawn, etc.) works the best. All of the plastic water bottles I've tried are too flimsy and collapse when squeezed to discharge the water.
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Plastic. I went through 2 "cheap" covers before I spent 20$ on a real glass back. Just buy a real glass back and you'll be satisfied.
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Plastic - I would judge them to be poly-carbonate, but acrylic is possible. Very nice set of mills, ideal for a picnic kit.
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The Capresso a la Carte filter material is plastic and silicone. Have a good day!
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ours are definitely plastic, which is what I prefer - in our household glass would break sooner rather than later... these still look very nice, not at all foggy or scratched.
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The best way to describe it is for you to do an experiment. Take a tissue and a salad plate trace the tissue and cut it out. Drape it over a glass. You will see that it has 4 pleats and doesn't drape very nice looks almost square. The octy round cloth avoids that. It has nice pleating around the whole table. Attractive draping. I believe it is 2-ply and 1 side has a plastic like covering helps absorb condensation on glasses and light spills. I bought these for a wedding reception and covered it with a fabric shear overlay that way it looks attractive is functional and people don't feel the "paper" underneath. I believe it fits a 90 inch round table nicely. Hope this helps you out The best way to describe it is for you to do an experiment. Take a tissue and a salad plate trace the tissue and cut it out. Drape it over a glass. You will see that it has 4 pleats and doesn't drape very nice looks almost square. The octy round cloth avoids that. It has nice pleating around the whole table. Attractive draping. I believe it is 2-ply and 1 side has a plastic like covering helps absorb condensation on glasses and light spills. I bought these for a wedding reception and covered it with a fabric shear overlay that way it looks attractive is functional and people don't feel the... » Read More The best way to describe it is for you to do an experiment. Take a tissue and a salad plate trace the tissue and cut it out. Drape it over a glass. You will see that it has 4 pleats and doesn't drape very nice looks almost square. The octy round cloth avoids that. It has nice pleating around the whole table. Attractive draping. I believe it is 2-ply and 1 side has a plastic like covering helps absorb condensation on glasses and light spills. I bought these for a wedding reception and covered it with a fabric shear overlay that way it looks attractive is functional and people don't feel the "paper" underneath. I believe it fits a 90 inch round table nicely. Hope this helps you out « Show Less
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It is glass, almost feels like a plexiglass mix though. Very nice a durable, don't know how it holds up in dishwasher because I always wash my bar glasses by hand but cleans up feeling like glass.
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They are plastic. You put them together like plastic champagne glasses. Everyone loved them
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This cup is made of high grade plastic. The company literature says is BPA free, phthalate and PVC free as well. We have three cups, and they wash well - I usually wash by hand (to minimize heating up plastic, just to be safe!) but they have gone through the top rack of the dishwasher just fine. The size is perfect for older toddlers and pre-schoolers, about the size of a small adult juice glass. Nice for transitioning out of a sippy cup without the risk of breaking grown-up glasses that are too big for the kids anyway. It was really nice to find something for the preschool stage - love the cutlery sets from OXO as well. This cup is made of high grade plastic. The company literature says is BPA free, phthalate and PVC free as well. We have three cups, and they wash well - I usually wash by hand (to minimize heating up plastic, just to be safe!) but they have gone through the top rack of the dishwasher just fine. The size is perfect for older toddlers and pre-schoolers, about the size of a small adult juice glass. Nice for transitioning out of a sippy cup without the risk of breaking grown-up glasses that are too big for the kids anyway. It was really nice to find something for the preschool stage - love the... » Read More This cup is made of high grade plastic. The company literature says is BPA free, phthalate and PVC free as well. We have three cups, and they wash well - I usually wash by hand (to minimize heating up plastic, just to be safe!) but they have gone through the top rack of the dishwasher just fine. The size is perfect for older toddlers and pre-schoolers, about the size of a small adult juice glass. Nice for transitioning out of a sippy cup without the risk of breaking grown-up glasses that are too big for the kids anyway. It was really nice to find something for the preschool stage - love the cutlery sets from OXO as well. « Show Less