does this get stained/remain darkened if used with an open wood campfire flame?
60204
It probably will since campfires seem to discolor all cookware. I have just used mine for gas and couldn't be happier with the performance.
1139110
This is no stain. It might look a little darker, but no stain. It is more like a wax "Bees wax" sealer that conditions the wood. I use it on my end grain wood cutting board. It looks great. It says it's a food grade product. I use it warmed up a bit. Personally I like the oil product they sell also.I use them both.
640659
I would not recommend it. The unit can be VERY smoky when starting it up. It is definitely an open flame. Once the wood has caught fire it behaves like a high intensity gas burner, and is much hotter than charcoal. It's fast and excellent at what it does, but does not do low, slow heat.
1837790
The wood looks stained, but with a clear coat. The wood's original light color does not seem to have been altered or darkened.
1109577
Yes it can without any discoloration. I have mine since May 12 of this year and its like when I first bought it. The bottom does not get discoloredfrom the gas flames. Its very well made. Plus the inside is still good as well. Its a good deal and whistles too !
1710067
I've had an open jug, about half full, on the shelf (in a dark room) for about 2 years now and it is still fine. I use it periodically and no sign of deterioration, mold, or discoloration of any kind. We do live in a dry climate (I don't know if this makes a difference). Just make sure to pour off a portion into a separate container before dipping cloths into it etc (so the original bottle does not get contaminated). And close it well right after pouring off what you need. I've used it extensively on solid maple, and on a few teak items also. Excellent results every time. And no chemical reaction for me! :)
389082
Took me a few uses before any discoloration set in the metal. As far as the temp display. It still looks good after a few fires.
562352
I don't think it leaves a stain. I really have not used it on many painted surfaces. I used it outside around my covered deck, so that's aluminum siding, and around some exterior doors. I guess the door moldings are painted though. I have not noticed any discoloration or staining on any surfaces.
2092302
I simply cover the area with a visible coating--it disappears in a few minutes. It doesn't stain in my experience.
1859217
Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones. Since I don't take care of anything, mine has been outside uncovered since Jan '12. It's discolored and looks like the surface may indicate rusting, but the entire product is still solid. The product discolors very soon after use as you can read in the reviews but that's not rust although it is about that color. The screen top is rusting and will go first but it still should last some time yet. Truthfully, I like this so much that if it lasts another year, and I know it will, I'm still pleased and will buy another one. You can make a much bigger fire in this than in any of the decorative ones.
1399606
It is clear liquid. Other than leaving an oily spot, I don't think it will stain.
1342035
Actually, I just applied Preserva Wood, a semi-transparent, oil-based stain, using the sprayer, and it worked fine (mine was "Redwood" color, it it matters). Everything worked well, although I did spend a while cleaning the sprayer afterwards to make sure I got all the stain out, so that it would get gunky inside.
795217
Your question depends on use. My roommate kind of ruined the answer that I can give you based on my own experience. After week three, I came home to a pot that was charred because it was let on a gas stove for a good hour and had turned light brown in that time. I was devastated. You'll be happy to know that it cleaned up very well. I used Barkeeper's Friend... despite the accident, it polished up perfectly! Hope that helps.
769412
We used the two smaller pans over fire on a backpacking trip this last summer, you do need to be careful not to get any flames or to much heat near the rubber coated handles. The outside of the pans did discolor after using them over flames, but did not seem to cause any damage.
767719
I haven't tried it in a fire. Ill let you know as soon as i do. Sounds like a good project for the morning.
1959497
I haven't used it on an open fire. I used it over a turkey fryer burner. I'm sure you probably could.
359494
Yes it will come out black at first ,but don't worry that's just the charcoal dust and it should clear up in a couple of minuets.