Contigo notes that the mug should be hand washed to protect the finish. Is the plain stainless finish OK to clean in the dishwasher?
1852464
Yes. Although the plain stainless steel mug, like the colored mugs, says "Hand Wash Body" on the bottom, the instruction sheet that comes with the mug says "Lid and any UNPAINTED stainless steel body are top-rack dishwasher safe."
1852465
I have the Keurig brand (which is also Contigo and looks nearly identical but way more expensive). The lid on the Keurig, however, does not open up like this one appears to (I suppose for cleaning). I love the Keurig brand though (I got it on sale, it's quite expensive otherwise comparatively). I've washed mine (stainless steel) for a couple years now in the dishwasher and it's fine. I think the colored ones you'd have issues with paint chipping. My SS Keurig mug is still just as shiny and pretty as ever.
1852466
The finish can be scratched, although not easily, and if you want it to stay looking perfect, hand washing is better; however, I see no reason why the body cannot be machine washed. On the other hand, the top is somewhat complicated, and hand washing is probably a good idea. In my opinion, these are great products, very reliable in terms of maintaining desired temperatures, and not spilling; and worth any minor inconvenience related to hand washing.
1852467
I have no idea. I have hand washed it as instructed and I have had no problem. I can tell you that it really does keep coffee hot.
1852468
Yes, the stainless is the only version that can be machine washed. I wish I had known that before purchasing the blue one. :/
1578797
It's pretty easy to clean. I either throw it in the dishwasher or pour hot water in it with dish soap and shake it. Let it sit then rinse it out. I highly recommend it. It's a great coffee mug.
353613
NO. I wash mine by hand as per the instructions. I'm not sure what would happen if the coffee cup was continually put in the dishwasher. LOVE this cup! Keeps coffee hot for a long time.
1866568
It is dishwasher safe. I usually wash mine by hand though since I use it daily.
2163154
It's dishwasher safe, but doesn't get totally clean. The underneath of the inside still has coffee residue. Wipe the inside with a white paper napkin and see if it's clean. I wash mine by hand while the water boils. French press. Maybe I need a new dishwasher. This cup is very cool. I have gotten free coffee because of this cup.
247350
The cup is hand wash. I put the lid in the dishwasher (in the open position). Being stainless it is easy to clean. I recommend you rinse it out when done with your coffee so it doesn't get too gross before you can wash it.
1226003
I put my stainless Contigo body through the dishwasher and it seemed to break the seal and leaked water into the air cavity. On the bottom it says dishwasher safe lid and hand wash body. Now it doesn't seem to keep things hot nearly as long.
834170
I wash mine all the time in the dishwasher, BUT make sure you put the lid on the top rack, because I learned from experience with my other Bubba mug that if you put the lid on the bottom it gets too hot and the rubber seal on the lid got warped. My new one has been fine since I put it on the top and don't use a super hot setting. Hope this helps! I love this mug and take it to work every day!
743555
I've never put it in the dishwasher. The mug is used daily and washed by hand.
1230605
Just a guess, I have never put it in the dishwasher I would think the top plastic parts (not the silver top) would be top rack safe. the bottom can be easily cleaned with a bottle brush. This is a very good thermos, pre heat or chill and your coffee will be hot for ten hours plus!
1365943
The Contigo site states "hand wash only". But it's so easy to clean, that's never been a problem for me especially since I use it several times a day, it's just quick to hand wish it in the sink. The ceramic liner cleans up easily and the stainless steel exterior is also easy to clean.
1001442
According to the instructions stamped on the bottom of the mug, Hand Wash Only. The mug is so very easy to hand wash, however, that it really should not be an issue. I've used the mug for a wide variety of liquids {including hot soup!} and never had any issue washing it well after use. I wouldn't put it in the dishwasher, and haven't found the need to even want to do so.
2179830
I actually haven't dishwashed it. I've been using it so much that generally it just gets a hot water rinse out between different types of beverages though I've also hand washed it. Thinking the abrasives in dish washing detergent may effect the brushed finish on the outside. Don't really know though.
2179835
If Klean Kanteen recommends hand washing, that's good enough for me. Easily washed and dried by hand and if that will keep my cup great for the near future it's not that much of an inconvenience. I read their recommendation prior to purchasing mine and thought it not to be unreasonable. Mine has not seen the inside of my dishwasher and I don't intend to ever try it. Love the cup!!!
1073426
I have not cleaned it in a dishwasher as at this time (I am remodeling now for one!) I am doing dishes by hand. BUT.... it sure looks like it would be fine. It is a good hard plastic and stainless so it should be fine. I clean it now with a little Comet when I clean my sink. I love it.. it looks cute and it does its job!
1069494
It is stainless steel so I would think so but there isn't anything on the mug or packaging to confirm. I have only hand-washed it myself so far.
997815
I have always hand washed it but it should be dishwasher safe as it is completely covered with the enamel finish.