Translucent Seal Cover Care: Washing & Storage Tips

Quick answer

Hand wash your Cambro Translucent Seal Covers with mild detergent and warm water, then air dry completely before stacking them loosely to preserve the inner seal that extends shelf life up to 3 days.

How to wash and store your Translucent Seal Covers

1. Rinse immediately after use: Rinse the seal cover with cool water as soon as you remove it from a food pan. This prevents food residue from drying onto the seal and making it harder to clean without scrubbing. Don't let the cover sit with dried-on food; it forces you to scrub harder and can damage the seal.
2. Hand wash with mild detergent and warm water: Fill a sink or basin with warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap. Use a soft sponge or cloth to gently clean both sides, paying extra attention to the inner seal groove. Avoid abrasive pads or brushes that can scratch the translucent surface or tear the seal. Abrasive tools are the fastest way to ruin the seal. Stick to soft sponges.
3. Rinse thoroughly and air dry: Rinse all soap residue with clean warm water. Place the cover on a drying rack or clean towel, seal side up, and let it air dry completely. Do not use a dishwasher or high heat, which can warp the plastic and degrade the seal. Dishwasher heat is too intense. Air drying is the only safe method.
4. Store loosely stacked in a clean, dry place: Once dry, stack the seal covers loosely—don't press them together tightly. Keep them in a cabinet or drawer away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Loose stacking prevents the seals from deforming under pressure. Tight stacking or heavy objects on top can flatten the seal and reduce its effectiveness.

Product facts

• Translucent Seal Cover: Seal Covers offer superior spill resistance over traditional food pan covers, with an inner seal that extends shelf life up to 3 days. Proper care protects that seal so you actually get the full shelf-life extension and spill protection the cover is designed to deliver.