Is the inside surface porous. I want to store Ice tea in it and am concerned about cleaning the inside. It will need to be periodically bleached
1741976
I also want to use this for brewing kombucha, is the spigot removable for cleaning?
1741977
No, the inside is nicely glazed just like the outside. I have even gone as far as taking the spigot off and washing it throughly several times with no issues.
1741978
The crock is glazed inside and out. I don't think you will have a problem using it for tea. I'm sure it will stain just like your teacups but bleaching occasionally should do the trick. Enjoy!
1741979
Niot porous. Has a glaze on it. I brew Kombucha (as acidic as vinegar) with no problems.
1068236
The interior is a hard 'plastic' like material. It is seamless and the same shape as the picture you see. I've had mine for several months now it taken several long trips and been to many youth soccer games. I don't think anything is indestructible, but this guy is tough and to answer your question, even when kids leave shaved ice cones or ice cream in the cooler for a couple of days the clean up was easy.
1976056
yep! all parts are non porous. The 3 blue parts are softer than the white part though.
1190934
That is exactly what I bought it for.I have rinsed it out and ran water and bleach through it for 3 days. storing water now, i will test the drink-ability in a month.however if/when the water supply runs out, i'm sure it'll be fine.hehe
1830861
I can get my hand inside to clean. The opening is just under 4 inches in diameter. The interior is black, so you can see if there are white mineral deposits. The kettle is easy to clean inside and out.
1088881
The interior finish is not quite mirror but very smooth. It is nearly as good as a true mirror finish for most cases. As long as you don't burn the food on it is fairly easy to clean. Rice will tend to stick. Occasionally you may need to soak it for a while. I recommend not using high heat. When it does need a good cleaning use a non-abrasive cleaner. If you want the easiest finish to clean go with teflon or a ceramic finish. This is very high quality and will last forever. I recommend this set.
999563
No it is smooth inside. On the OUTSIDE there is the bottom part which is more of a brushed look finish and the top is a very shiny glossy look.
1763406
No it is not porous it is plastic to maximize the heat inside the greenhouse. It was meant to protect my potted plants inside during the winter from the frost. So no you must go in and water.
1336007
No, because it is glass. It is very easy to clean, I usually use baking soda to scrub the inside because it doesn't scratch and freshens the pot. I love my tea kettle.
2199647
I purchased my teapot in late November and so far I've not had problems with spots or fingerprints but then I don't put my fingers on the outside of the kettle much opting instead to handle it using the handle. I also don't get water splashed on the outside to form any water spots. I do wipe the inside of mine down every time after I use it so that it stays nice. I do have a few little spots that have formed on the inside bottom from use but I got rid of those using a cleanser. So far the kettle has held up well and I've had no problems.
1094969
Yes! The entire thing has holes. Bottom and sides. Love it. I might buy more because I use it for my pricey green tea and will let it sit until I use it a second or third time. Holes allow it to dry out quickly.
2135855
I have not been using it long enough to see stains. I use lighter teas so it hasn't been an issue. I imagine, like any container that holds tea, staining is inevitable. I rinse it after each use so it looks great. The only way to remove the leaves would be to pour the contents into another cup. I became interested in this type of mug after traveling in China several times. People there carry similar cups around. After they finish the tea they add more water to make more. This cup is a much better quality than what I saw there and allows you to enjoy loose teas. I guess the idea is to make and drink it then change the leaves if you want. Obviously if you leave the tea leaves in the water too long it gets bitter. I would say that this cup is not for long term storage but is a good size that you can easily enjoy and finish before that happens. For the reasons I bought it, using loose teas and wanting to refill, it works great.
1102817
I've been using my kettle for over a year now (1-2 times a week). It is one of the best presents I have ever received. As long as I clean the tea basket out shortly after use, it has stayed looking almost brand new minus the light tea colored stains forming on the basket. Even those stains are light in color and would be expected from the tea sitting the basket. The glass pot itself looks brand new even after leaving tea sit in it for a few days.
2200031
I believe it is enamel on the inside as well, but it is black. It is really easy to clean on the inside. It is easy to clean outside as well. I really have enjoyed the teapot. You only must be very careful not to drop it as it will chip.
249921
I also haven't had a problem. I've had mine nearly 6 months and it looks practically brand new inside and out. I did have a little discoloration after a few dishes I've prepared. To remedy that, I poured a little baking soda right onto a (not-too-wet) normal sponge, and it scrubbed right out. The baking soda acts as an exfoliant (as well as of course, an odor-removing deodorizer) and provides a nice, soft scrubbing action. rinse it all away. Hand dry.
2234238
We bought our first one about 5 years ago and absolutely love it. In fact we bought a second one for a back up but its still in the box. We have it at our cabin and use it for about a week at a time then drain it, wipe it out and leave the lid cracked open when we leave. We have never had a problem but if you were worried you could run some mild bleach water through it every so often or maybe use purified water. This one is a bit more compact than others but seems to really kick out the ice and love the color. I don't think you'll regret this purchase, however, I did see some feedback that stated parts were impossible to come by. That's why we bought the back up! We bought our first one about 5 years ago and absolutely love it. In fact we bought a second one for a back up but its still in the box. We have it at our cabin and use it for about a week at a time then drain it, wipe it out and leave the lid cracked open when we leave. We have never had a problem but if you were worried you could run some mild bleach water through it every so often or maybe use purified water. This one is a bit more compact than others but seems to really kick out the ice and love the color. I don't think you'll regret this purchase, however, I did see some feedback that... » Read More We bought our first one about 5 years ago and absolutely love it. In fact we bought a second one for a back up but its still in the box. We have it at our cabin and use it for about a week at a time then drain it, wipe it out and leave the lid cracked open when we leave. We have never had a problem but if you were worried you could run some mild bleach water through it every so often or maybe use purified water. This one is a bit more compact than others but seems to really kick out the ice and love the color. I don't think you'll regret this purchase, however, I did see some feedback that stated parts were impossible to come by. That's why we bought the back up! « Show Less
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Yes, dishwasher safe. Eventually it can stain inside from tea or coffee. That you will have to scrub.