Toy Cleaning & Storage Guide

Care starts with your exact toy’s manual. Check its material, water-resistance rating and cleaning instructions before first use. This general guide does not override the manufacturer’s directions. If the material or water rating is unknown, ask the manufacturer before washing or immersing it.

Material matters

Solid silicone: Typically non-porous. Where the maker permits, wash with warm water and mild soap or an approved toy cleaner, then remove all residue. Do not assume silicone blends, coatings or attached parts have the same care requirements.
Glass and stainless steel: Non-porous when intact. Follow the maker’s washing instructions and inspect for chips, cracks or surface damage. Avoid sudden temperature changes in glass.
ABS hard plastic: Non-porous when intact. Use the manufacturer-approved washing or damp-cloth method. Do not boil.
TPE, TPR, jelly rubber, latex and soft skin-like materials: Often porous and cannot be assumed sterilizable through washing. Follow the exact sleeve or toy instructions, including approved cleanser and water temperature. Do not boil. Avoid harsh cleaners unless explicitly permitted.

Motorized or non-motorized?

Turn electronic toys off and disconnect charging cables before cleaning. Keep unsealed battery compartments and electrical openings dry. Clean removable sleeves or attachments separately only when the manual says to do so.

A non-motorized toy is not automatically heat-safe. Use boiling, dishwashers, disinfectants or other deep-cleaning methods only when the manufacturer explicitly approves them for the complete product. Never boil motorized toys or put them in a dishwasher.

Waterproof versus wipe-only

Only rinse or immerse a toy as its exact instructions allow. Splash-resistant is not the same as submersible. For wipe-only models, use the maker-approved damp-cloth method, remove cleanser residue with a clean damp cloth and dry. If the water rating is unclear, do not submerge it.

Dry fully, then store separately

Air-dry on a clean surface or use a clean lint-free cloth as directed. Let openings, seams and removable parts dry completely before reassembly or storage. Charging ports and contacts must be fully dry before charging.

Store each clean, dry toy separately in its own clean pouch or case, away from sunlight, moisture and extreme heat. Keep soft materials from touching one another. Clean washable storage pouches too. Follow the manual’s battery-removal and charging guidance for longer storage.

Sharing precautions

Keep porous toys for individual use; washing does not make them equivalent to non-porous toys. For toys suitable for sharing, follow the manufacturer’s between-user cleaning directions and use a compatible barrier where appropriate. Change barriers between people or body areas, and clean the toy as directed. Do not move an unwashed toy from anal to vaginal use. A barrier does not replace cleaning or repair a damaged surface.

When to stop using or replace a toy

Stop using a toy with cracks, tears, chips, peeling coatings, persistent stickiness, or an odor or discoloration that remains after the approved cleaning process. Stop using electronics with damaged seals, charging components or unreliable operation; contact the manufacturer about service or replacement. There is no single replacement schedule for every material or model.

Use only cleaners approved for your particular material and model. Cleaning is not a universal guarantee of disinfection or sterilization.