Penzo Pottery Hand Painted
Ceramic Tableware

Each piece of Penzo tableware is handmade and no two pieces are alike in decoration. Made in Zimbabwe, Africa, from very high quality imported white earthenware clay and using only approved glazes, every product is a completely unique, handcrafted and exuberant creation from the mind and the soul of its decorator. It is food safe, non-toxic, microwave and dishwasher friendly. A piece of Africa in all her glory in your home.

Ceramics FAQ

Q.	What is Penzo's most popular line?
A.	The most popular line is currently Mashona, closely followed by the Seychelles and Botanical-lines.

Q.	Who designs Penzo products?
A.	The founder Penny “Penzo” Vincent creates all the designs. She personally trains each artist after which he or she is allowed his or her own interpretation within the design concept.

Q.	Where in Africa are the Penzo products made?
A.	All the products are handmade and hand painted in Zimbabwe.

Q.	Is Penzo tableware fragile?
A.	Penzo tableware is surprisingly strong and durable.

Q.	Can I have my Penzo tableware repaired?
A.	Penzo items can be repaired, depending on the break. We do not recommend that tableware items in constant use should be repaired; as such restoration will never be as durable as the undamaged item.

Q.	Is Penzo a non-profit organization and if not, how much goes back to the community?
A.	Penzo is a ceramic producer with a profit objective. Due to the success of Penzo, we are fortunately in a position to “give back” a lot more than most businesses.

Q.	What incentives does Penzo offer to non-profit organizations?
A.	Penzo offers discounts and free off charge ground transport for organizations that support wildlife research and conservation and it is to our discretion what we can offer other charities. Each request is reviewed on an individual bases.

Care Guide

Storing your Penzo tableware:
To avoid scratching, when plates are stacked together they should not be slid out from a stack - always lift them out carefully.

Washing by hand:
We suggest that, as a matter of hygiene, you always wash any new purchases of tableware before first use, in a mild solution of liquid detergent.
Washing-up is one of the occasions when tableware can be damaged if it is not properly handled during both washing and draining. Even in water, the glazed sufaces can become scratched if rubbed against each other with any force. So avoid putting too many plates into the water at any one time.
Normal dishwashing products used in hand-hot water will not harm your Penzo tableware. Tea and coffee stains can be removed with any tea/coffee stain remover. Abrasives and harsh scourers should not be used on your Penzo tableware.

Washing Penzo tableware in a dishwasher:
Follow these simple guidelines, and you can be totally confident that your Penzo tableware can be washed in an automatic dishwasher with no adverse effects to its appearance and durability.

Load the washer so that pieces do not touch each other, to avoid the risk of scratching, and do not overload.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions on quantity of detergent to be used.
As soon as the wash water has drained away, there should be an immediate rinse cycle to flush away deposits of detergent which will form a film if allowed to dry on the tableware.

Hard water:
In hard water areas, deposits may form on your tableware in time if the water is allowed to dry on the ware. These soluble deposits can easily be removed with a dilute acid such as vinegar.

Microwave ovens:
Your Penzo tableware can be used in a microwave oven.

Freezers:
Penzo tableware can safely be used in freezers. Care should, however, be taken when re-heating frozen food. No matter how strong the tableware, sudden changes of temperature (e.g. taking from the freezer and placing directly into a hot oven) are likely to cause thermal-shock which will damage the ware.

Warming your Penzo tableware:
It is perfectly safe to warm your tableware gradually and evenly to 100c. However, it should never be exposed to direct heat from a naked flame or to rapid changes of temperature.

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