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Cleaning LEGO bricks? Stay at or below 40°C—and skip the dishwasher

LEGO recommends handwashing ordinary bricks in water no hotter than 40°C with a soft cloth or sponge. Treat electronic or metal-containing pieces separately with a damp cloth.

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A dishwasher may seem convenient for a pile of bricks, but the official LEGO care guide warns that high heat, machine washing, hot-air drying and direct sunlight can deform pieces. First separate any electrical or metal-containing parts and handle small parts safely.

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Separate motors, batteries, light-up and metal-containing pieces and any moisture-sensitive decorated pieces from ordinary plastic bricks. Keep small parts away from children who could swallow them.
Handwash ordinary bricks with water no hotter than 40°C, using a soft cloth or sponge and a little mild detergent if needed.
Gently wipe studs and crevices. Do not use high-temperature washing or sharp tools that could scratch pieces.
Rinse thoroughly with clean water if detergent was used. Never use a washing machine or dishwasher.
For electronic or metal-containing pieces, wipe only the outside with a cloth lightly dampened with water and an oil-free, fragrance-free mild detergent. Never immerse them or wet the electronics.
Spread bricks out to air-dry in a ventilated spot away from direct sunlight. No oven, microwave or hair dryer; store only when completely dry.

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