The care label belongs to the table routine
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A table made from several materials will not necessarily need one cleaning method. A glazed bowl, a textile napkin and a wooden serving piece each have their own instructions. Keeping those directions makes the clearing-up routine less dependent on guesses.
Before using a new piece, check whether it is intended for food and what washing method its maker permits. Save the useful instructions in a small household reference if the packaging will be discarded. Decorative pieces can have a different role and do not need to be used for serving.
After the meal, sort by care requirements before loading the dishwasher or soaking anything. Clean and dry pieces as directed, then return them to a storage place that supports their shape. This is a practical habit, not a universal prescription for delicate pottery or wood. It helps the table's useful objects stay available for the next meal, with less uncertainty about how to look after them.