Quick answer
Wash your printed glass can by hand in warm water with a little dish soap, using a soft sponge rather than a scrubber. Skip the dishwasher and microwave entirely, and dry the glass promptly so the design and bamboo lid stay in good shape.
Why hand-washing is the whole game with decorated glass
The printed design on a decorated glass cup is the part most likely to wear out first, not the glass itself. Heat, long soaking, and harsh detergents break down the bond between the print and the glass over time, which is why hand-washing is the default rule for any cup with a UV DTF design.
A bamboo lid adds a second reason to keep water brief. Bamboo absorbs moisture and can warp or grow mildew if it sits wet, so treat the lid as a separate item that gets wiped rather than soaked.
When a quick rinse is enough, and when it isn't
For water, iced coffee, or a soda that leaves no residue, a warm rinse and a soft wipe usually do the job. Save the full soap-and-sponge wash for drinks with sugar, cream, or pulp that cling to the sides.
If you used the cup for something oily or strongly flavored, wash it the same day. Leaving residue overnight means a longer scrub later, and longer scrubbing is exactly what wears a printed design down.
Step-by-step care routine
- Empty and separate the parts: Pour out any leftover drink, then lift off the bamboo lid and remove the straw. Rinse the glass can with warm water before anything dries on. Never leave the bamboo lid sitting in the sink while you wash the glass; it soaks up water fast.
- Wash the glass with a soft sponge: Add a drop of mild dish soap to warm water and wipe the inside and outside with a soft sponge or cloth. Work around the printed area gently rather than scrubbing directly on it. A textured scrubber or steel wool can dull the print in one wash, so keep a dedicated soft sponge for decorated glass.
- Rinse the straw and lid separately: Run warm water through the straw and wipe the bamboo lid with a damp cloth, then dry it right away with a towel. Do not submerge the lid or put either piece in the dishwasher. If the straw is glass, check it for chips at the rim each time you wash it before putting it back in the cup.
- Dry immediately and thoroughly: Hand-dry the glass with a clean towel or let it air-dry upside down on a rack. Pay attention to the rim and the base, where water tends to pool. Air-drying face-up leaves a water ring inside the glass; store it upside down or dry it by hand.
- Store with the lid off: Keep the glass in a cupboard with the bamboo lid set loosely on top or beside it, not sealed tight. Avoid stacking heavy mugs directly on the printed design. A sealed lid traps moisture against the bamboo, so leave a little airflow between uses.
Product notes that affect care
- New Jersey Drink Local Handmade Glass Cup: The New Jersey Drink Local Handmade Glass Cup is a 16 oz glass can with a bamboo lid, an 8-inch glass or metal straw, and a UV DTF design; the maker lists it as handwash only. The lid and straw come apart for cleaning, so you can wash the glass without soaking the bamboo or losing the straw down the drain.
New Jersey Drink Local Handmade Glass Cup
