Chip, chip, hooray! These Corelle plates usually are top notch in quality, but for some reason these were cheapy and chippy! Very prone to staining and NOT dishwasher friendly. You might as well just use paper plates, they might be higher quality! Can you sense my bitterness?!! Corelle specifically makes some great chip resistant, dishwasher friendly plates. I forget the exact model, but the paint does not chip and they are very durable. The designs also stay on much better(unless you like the plain). Invest you money in those other, durable plates than this set.