Momonga Cup Care 101: Keeping Your Momonga Cup Pristine Your Momonga cup is an artform made to hold your favourite espresso, matcha, or dessert. Its beauty is in the elegance of its shape. However, keeping it in pristine shape for as long as possible will require some care. Establishing a few habits will eventaully protect your investment and elevate your daily routine. Always hand wash. Even if a ceramic is dishwasher safe, the risk of damage is much higher. Dull glazes and the risk of chips become a real risk with the dishwashers agitation, harsh detergent, and even heat. Instead, for a soft sponge, use a mild and non-abrasive soap. As a pro tip, wash your cup immediately after use, as stains from coffee, tea, and even certain sugars used in desserts are notorious for for sticking and staining if left to sit. For persistent stains, we recommend a gentle application of baking soda and water to make a kind of paste, with your finger. A magic eraser also works well, but stays clear to avoid abrasive scratches to the cup.
Secondly, understanding the correct storage protocols is paramount. Momonga cups must never be stored directly vertically, as even the most careful arrangements will generate slider friction. This can be prevented by using soft felt or silicone pads. In circumstances where vertical storage is necessary, use displacing materials like a napkin or a thin piece of cloth, which will also prevent slider friction. Then, store in a sufficiently gated, low traffic cupboard that will not be at risk of being knocked over, and is not situated high or at the edges.
Thirdly, the thermal shock phenomenon must be respected. While hot liquid retention is an apparent algebraic function of Momonga cups, and can thus be used for most hot beverages, one must still account for how quickly and how much the temperature can vary when one is using the cup. For instance, it’s not appropriate to drop boiling water directly into a cup that is at room temperature. Likewise, when a cup is hot, it’s never appropriate to set it down directly on a cold, hard surface, or to put it into cold water. This transition must be gradual. There will be an even greater risk of fracture if a hot cup is used frequently, or if it’s used in conjunction with an engraving that is prone to subtle cracks.
Ultimately, being mindful and treating Momonga cup like it is a fine piece of jewelry is a testament to how special you will make every moment feel. These small actions will make you slow down and appreciate what is in the cup. Over time, entire cup will begin to show signs of being well loved.
