how to clean, rust problems? Had a pampered chef, it rusted...
359858
I had the previous model for a year and it didn't rost. This model I had for about 4 months. I clean it with water and a little dish soap, let it dry and no problems.
359859
My wife washes it after each use and sits in the sink and has never rusted. Cleaning is very easy, with a sponge.
359860
I have not had any problems with rust. After I use it, I rinse it under the faucet and throw it in the drain rack. I had my first one for 15 years and have had this one for 9 months. I love it!
359861
So far I just rinse it off...no problem yet. Other reviews all positives on this brand!
359862
No rusting here. We wash and dry it immediately by hand... probably wouldn't recommend using dishwasher soap because it is more corrosive.
359863
I wash after each use in the dishwasher. I haven't had any rust but have only had for a few months.
1412845
I clean it with a separate brush if it's really dirty since this package doesn't come with any brushes. If it's really that bad, like it's completely rusted and old, then just get a new chain, it's not that expensive.
1792365
I use a scraper like this http://www.amazon.com/Pampered-Chef-Nylon-Scrapers-Brown/dp/B001BX017W, followed by wiping it down with a damp, not wet, cloth. Periodically we put an oil similar to this on it. http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Products-BBB012-Butcher-12-Ounce/dp/B004G6X0J2 Hope this helps.
1695035
Try to clean shortly after use to avoid problems. When necessary I use a bit of dishwashibg liquid and sponge and hot water. No problems so far. Hope this helps.
289609
The very best way to deal with rust is to soak your cookware in a solution of water and vinager for about 15 minnutes, then reseason with lard, Bacon grease or olive oil. DO NOT soak for an extended period of time.as the vinager will degrade the iron. It is that strong!
1719092
I would clean it with a Brillo pad, make sure it's rinsed good and then dry, and then protect the parts where the rust were with some car wax.
489581
I usually soak the pan in hot soapy water and use a vegetable brush to clean mine. The other suggestions that people have offered sound good, too. If you continue to have problems, contact Le Creuset for additional ideas.
157813
Take some high grit sandpaper (400 wotked great for me). Wet sand it. Try to remove as much rust as possible. You are going to primer the piece with high heat primer. Worth the investment to do it right.
666985
The rust you see, may just be mineral deposits. Stainless steel often becomes discolored in hard water. Try soaking in white vinegar (the acid in the vinegar removes the minerals). Thoroughly rinse the pot in warm soapy water. If you are worried about germs add about 4 drops of bleach and let soak. A stronger bleach solution may remove other discolorations. Be careful of using too much vinegar or bleach if they come in contact with plastic parts.
155703
We clean the the grates with a damp dish washing cloth. If it ever needed serious scrubbing, I would use a scouring pad sold for a barbeque grate and rinse with water. 'Mom' may have been worried about rust in a cast iron skillet or depleting the conditioning oil in the skillet. I sometimes use water in my cast iron skillet if it is seriously messy, but it rusts a bit if it is not dried out after cleaning. It takes a touch more oil to use the skillet the next time.
1311070
I've had this cleaver for almost 2 years. Never had any issues. Been very happy with it. Try polishing it with a pumice liquid. Maybe first try polishing with toothpaste and sponge. Or a very fine grit wet sandpaper? 1000 grit? Then wiping down with a vegetable oil. I use it, wash it and put it away. Never have seen any rust. Good luck
2267778
Well of course it's going to rust. Like a cast iron pan, dry it as best you can with a paper towel, then thoroughly on a stove top or in an oven. Same with a BakingSteel for making pizzas. Even though I scrape and rinse it I put it in the still hot oven and close the door and it never rusts.
1553229
I just rinse with water and l pat it dry and let it air dry. if you put it in the dishwasher it may rust.
1566412
Sorry cannot help about the rust i would try the steel wool like was suggested though. I find with mine food still tends to stick no matter how many times i try to seal the pan with oil.
433529
Wash lightly with soap & sponge when still hot. You dont want to scrub too much to keep it seasoned (or reseason it).If you get rust, scrub with steel wool, rinse, dry thoroughly, then oil and begin re-seasoning.
1094564
You must soak it in sink or bucket and use a cleaner. What happens is the porcelain emamel is scratched off by using a wire brush which allow rusting of cast iron beneath. Regardless someone in the home always resorts to bushing off cooked food which starts the rusting. I had great success just putting it in the dish washer, but that last just so long because I get lazy.
519894
I have 2 of the Herb Shears, one in Florida which I have had for a long time, one new in Maine. I have never had a rust problem, BUT, I wash and clean them off relatively soon after using, then open them and set them to dry. I have never put them in the dishwasher, but I think you can. Perhaps that would dry them out really good...or perhaps use a hair dryer when setting them out to dry. I have really had no problems with them and us no special handling other than just setting them out, open and balanced on the blades. GB