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Cherishing the Glow: Caring for Your La Rochère Glassware
How to Care for Your La Rochère Glassware so it Lasts a Lifetime
Every time you lift a piece of La Rochère glassware, you’re holding more than just glass. You’re holding centuries of French craftsmanship, glowing embossed motifs, thick-walled silhouettes and designs inspired by everyday rituals and historical beauty.
Moulded using a traditional pressing technique perfected over generations, La Rochère glassware is known for its strength, clarity and effortless charm. At Malmaison, we’ve curated only the most enduring pieces from this iconic French maison, timeless enough for your finest tablescapes, practical enough for everyday use.
And like all beautiful things, they shine brighter when cared for with love. Here’s how to keep your collection sparkling, so it brings joy for years to come.
Why Glassware Care Matters
Proper care doesn’t just preserve beauty, it protects the stories your glassware will carry.
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Maintain Sparkle and Clarity: Keep your glasses free from cloudiness, water stains or film.
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Protect the Finish: Prevent damage from extreme temperature shifts or water chemistry.
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Honour the Craftsmanship: Each faint seam and embossed motif is part of the piece’s character. With care, these age gracefully.
Gentle Rituals for Everyday Use
Your La Rochère glassware is crafted for daily joy. Here’s how to treat it with gentle intention:
| Action | Do This | Why It Helps |
|---|---|---|
| Washing | All our La Rochère glassware is dishwasher safe. For best results, use a gentle cycle and avoid harsh detergents. | Protects clarity and finish without effort. |
| Water Quality | If you live in a hard water area, rinse glasses occasionally with a mix of warm water and white vinegar or lemon juice. Avoid soaking for long in very soft or acidic water (pH under 6). | Prevents cloudiness and mineral film from building up. |
| Avoid Thermal Shock | Allow glass to reach room temperature before adding hot or cold liquids. Don’t transfer directly from fridge to hot water. | Helps prevent cracking or dulling over time. |
Restoring Radiance: If Your Glassware Looks Cloudy
Even the most beloved glassware can lose its glow now and then. If you notice a whitish film, bluish tint, or stubborn sediment:
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Vinegar Soak: Mix warm water with a splash of white vinegar or lemon juice. Soak briefly, then rinse and dry.
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Rice Method (for carafes): Add uncooked rice and warm vinegar water, shake gently, and rinse well.
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Salted Lemon or Rock Salt Soak: For hard stains, try a spoonful of rock salt + warm water + vinegar. Let it sit overnight and rinse in the morning.
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Fingerprint Fix: Buff with a soft cloth and a drop of white vinegar.
Styling and Storing Tips
Even when not in use, your La Rochère glassware can add to the elegance and atmosphere of your home. Here’s how to store and style them with intention:
Storing
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Dry Promptly: After washing, dry glasses immediately with a lint-free cloth to avoid water spots.
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Store Upright: Keep glasses upright on open shelving or in cupboards to preserve their embossed detail. Avoid stacking, as it may scratch the surface.
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Keep Dust-Free: If stored long-term, cover with a clean cotton cloth or store behind glass cabinet doors to reduce dust and maintain shine.
Styling
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On Open Shelves: Line a row of Bee Tumblers or Versailles Wine Goblets on a wooden shelf beside a trailing vine or petite ceramic vessel. The repetition of motifs creates a quietly curated feel.
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In Glass-Fronted Cupboards: Let their symmetry and embossed charm show through, grouped in small sets beside French linens or stacked ceramic plates. This blends utility with beauty.
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On a Drinks Trolley or Buffet: Arrange a few glasses like the Dandy Whisky collection beside a carafe or your favourites spirits with a small vase of herbs or dried flowers. This turns storage into a sensory still life.
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Mixed Heights, Same Story: Play with height by mixing tumblers and stemmed glasses in a neutral palette. It adds rhythm and keeps the styling feeling relaxed yet refined. Perigord Champagne Flutes with glasses from the Lyonnais Range are perfect for this.
FAQs
Is my La Rochère glassware dishwasher safe?
Yes, all collections available at Malmaison are dishwasher safe and designed for effortless living.
Can I microwave this glass?
Yes, but only for short reheating sessions no longer than 90 seconds. Avoid boiling liquids or extreme heat.
What causes white film or cloudiness?
Usually, this is mineral build-up from hard water or etching from soft water. A quick rinse with vinegar can restore shine.
How do I clean the inside of a narrow carafe?
Pour in vinegar and rice, shake gently, rinse well. Alternatively, a bottle brush can help reach the base.
What should I do if two glasses are stuck together?
Add ice or cold water to the top glass, and warm (not boiling) water around the base. The mild temperature shift will help release them.
Cherishing The Beauty & Spirit of La Rochère Glass
A Final Note
Your La Rochère glassware is more than a serving piece, it’s part of your everyday beauty. It’s a guest at your candlelit dinners, a quiet presence during a sunny breakfast, a vessel for the small rituals that turn houses into homes.
With thoughtful care and occasional tending, these pieces will accompany you for decades, still weighty in the hand, still catching the light just right.
Here’s to beauty that lasts.
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