Description
Collective Tools 2000
Collective Tools is a complete toolbox for contemporary dining which functions individually or as a set. Whether it is a serving tool or a pepper mill, these stainless steel design objects feel immediately enjoyable in the hands. Collective Tools enhance any Iittala cutlery collection.
Dimensions: 11"
Stainless steel
Iittala cutlery is made of austenic, rustproof 18/10 steel, which consists of 18 % chromium and 10 % nickel. Chromium protects the steel against corrosion. The addition of nickel to the alloy increases its corrosion resistance while adding a bright polished appearance, hardness, and exceptional resistance to all temperatures.
Iittala cutlery is either polished or matt-brushed. Polishing guarantees a shiny surface and rust resistance. The mat-brushed cutlery is first polished in order to improve the rust resistance, then brushed mat and washed.
Dishwasher safe:
Stainless steel is an extremely durable material. However, it may rust under certain situations. At this time, a material completely resistant to rust has not yet been discovered. Therefore, it is essential that you take good care of your Iittala stainless steel cutlery. After dinner, immediately wash, or at least rinse, the cutlery. The cutlery should not be soaked for a long period of time. Do not use steel wool for cleaning. If you wash the cutlery in the dishwasher, the cutlery basket should not be loaded full and the blades and spoons should have some space between them. Open the hatch door when the cutlery is left in the machine after washing, as humidity is not good for the cutlery. Vinegar, mustard, mayonnaise, rhubarb, and salt can leave tiny, dark spots, or even rust, on the surface of the cutlery if it is not rinsed or washed after use. Even though the cutlery is very durable, it may become scratched, discolored or worn with time. You can make old cutlery shiny again by doing the following: Boil 1 liter of water and add 1 dl of washing powder. Boil the cutlery in the mixture for 15 minutes and rinse properly afterwards. Sometimes the stains are especially hard to remove. If this is the case, use a vinegar-solution of 1 dl vinegar and 1 liter water.
Designer: Antonio Citterio
Antonio Citterio was born in Meda, Italy in 1950. Citterio is an internationally acclaimed designer and architect. He has won many prizes including the Compasso d’Oro in 1987 and 1995. He has accomplished a variety of striking design and architecture commissions for companies like B&B Italia, Kartell and Vitra. Citterio’s creations are part of the MOMA permanent collection and the Centre di Pompidou in Paris. The Citterio 98 cutlery and the Collective Tools series were designed together with Glen Oliver Löw. Glen Oliver Löw was born in Leverkusen, Germany, in 1959. He started working with Antonio Citterio in 1987. Decanter was created in association with Toan Nguyen.
