Contigo care guidance says the travel mug lid is top rack dishwasher safe, as are unpainted stainless steel bodies. A painted body should be hand washed. Models differ, so check the label.
The question to ask is whether your mug is painted. The lid is the dishwasher friendly part. An unpainted stainless steel body can go in the dishwasher too, but paint wears, so Contigo recommends hand washing a painted one. Some current models list the body as hand wash only, so the label on your mug decides.
| Lid | Top rack |
|---|---|
| Unpainted stainless body | Dishwasher safe, per Contigo care guide |
| Painted body | Hand wash |
| Newer models | Some list the body as hand wash only, so check yours |
| Microwave | No for stainless steel mugs |
How to clean a Contigo travel mug
- Rinse the lid with warm water soon after use and open the spout so water runs through it.
- Soak the lid in hot soapy water for about ten minutes if it is stained or sticky.
- Put the lid on the top rack, and the body too only if it is unpainted and the label allows it.
- Dry the lid and body upside down and store them with the lid off.
- For smells, add a spoonful of baking soda and some vinegar to the body, let it foam, then rinse.
What happens when you get it wrong
- Chipped paint. Painted bodies wear in the dishwasher and can chip or fade.
- A lingering smell. A lid stored closed and damp holds odors.
- Sparks. A stainless steel mug arcs in the microwave.
Hand wash the body and use the dishwasher for the lid.
Warm drinks in a ceramic mug, then pour them into the travel mug.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Contigo travel mug dishwasher safe?
The lid is top rack safe. Contigo care guidance says unpainted stainless steel bodies can go in too, and painted bodies should be hand washed. Some models differ, so check the label.
Can you microwave a Contigo travel mug?
Not the stainless steel ones. They arc in a microwave. Check the label on any plastic Contigo item.
How do you get the smell out of a Contigo mug?
Contigo suggests baking soda and vinegar, which foam up, and then a rinse.
How should you store the mug?
With the lid off, so both parts dry completely.