What is Boleslawiec pottery made of?

white clay
Polish pottery is created from white clay that is found only in the Boleslawiec region of Poland. The pottery is fired in coal and gas ovens at temperatures in excess of 2200 degrees Fahrenheit with a glaze that is lead and cadmium free.

Can Boleslawiec go in the oven?

This beautiful durable stoneware is not only lead and cadmium free but is also oven, microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe.

What is a Unikat?

Unikat (meaning “unique”) patterns are more modern patterns that are custom designed. Each piece is hand-painted and decorated by a highly skilled and experienced artist with a fine brush. Unikat pieces are intricate works of art and each piece is accompanied with the artist’s signature.

Is Boleslawiec pottery microwave safe?

Each piece is hand-painted and hand-stamped to produce beautiful and unique patterns. It is microwave, oven and dishwasher safe. This pottery is so durable, it can be used as your everyday dishes!

Does Polish Pottery contain lead?

Is Polish Pottery Safe for Everyday Use? All of our pottery is crafted by experts and is tested for safety. It exceeds FDA rules and regulations regarding food safety. All glazes are lead and cadmium free.

Can Polish Pottery go in dishwasher?

Polish pottery is safe for use in the microwave, freezer, oven and dishwasher. For oven use, we recommend placement in cold oven and heating to 350° maximum.

Why is my Polish pottery cracking?

After washing, make sure the pottery is totally dry before placing in the oven or microwave as any moisture left in the pottery will cause cracking. Do not place hot dishes on a wet surface or handle with a wet cloth. The hot dish may break when touching the colder water.

Can Polish Pottery be used on stovetop?

Your Polish Pottery does not like quick changes in temperature or uneven heat sources. Never place your pottery directly on a hot stovetop burner! While Polish Pottery is extremely durable, it should not be taken directly from the freezer and placed into a hot oven.

Is it cheaper to buy Polish Pottery in Poland?

To make everything better, the prices to buy the pottery IN Poland is a fraction of the cost to the States. So, make that a Win-Win-Win!!!

What do the numbers on Polish Pottery mean?

Unikat, or signature, pieces have the pattern number and the name of the artist who designed the pattern stamped on the back of the piece. The name of the artist who designed the pattern is the “signature”. The artist who paints the piece is very, very rarely the artist who designed the pattern.

Can I freeze Polish pottery?

Polish pottery is safe for use in the microwave, freezer, oven and dishwasher.

Is Polish Pottery toxic?

The dishes are completely safe for use with food – they contain no harmful substances. Polish pottery stoneware does not contain cadmium or lead. High quality pottery is hand-formed and hand-decorated. Painting on pottery became richly colorful in Boleslawiec region.