Copper pots are a traditional type of cookware. They are loved by cooking enthusiasts for their heat conductivity and classic appearance. However, copper cookware also has its own unique challenges. The most important one is that it is easy to oxidize and discolor, which affects the appearance. Faced with this situation, many people may feel helpless. If you are one of them, then this article will help you easily master the skills of cleaning copper pots.
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First, clean the copper pot normally with a sponge and dishwashing liquid. This step is to remove any remaining grease and dirt from the pot. Squeeze a little dishwashing liquid onto a sponge and gently wipe the inside and outside of the copper pot. Then rinse the copper pot thoroughly with warm water and wipe it dry.
Make polishing paste
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Mix baking soda and lemon juice (or white vinegar). Take an appropriate amount of baking soda, add lemon juice or white vinegar, and stir into a paste. Baking soda has a mild abrasive effect. The acidic components in lemon juice and white vinegar can effectively remove the oxide layer on the surface of the copper pot.
Dip half a lemon in coarse salt. Cut the lemon in half and dip one half in coarse salt. The acid in the lemon combined with the friction of the coarse salt can effectively remove rust on the surface of the copper pot.
Polish copper pot
Dip a sponge in the polishing paste you just made and apply it evenly to the surface of the copper pot. Make sure to cover every rusty area. Then, gently wipe the copper pot with a microfiber cloth to polish it. The polishing paste gradually removes the rust on the surface of the copper pot and restores the luster of the copper.
Use a lemon dipped in coarse salt to wipe the surface of the copper pot in a circular motion. This method not only effectively removes oxides, but also makes the surface of the copper pot brighter. Repeat the circular motion until you are satisfied.
Rinse and dry
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Rinse the copper pot thoroughly with warm water to remove any remaining polishing paste. Dry the copper pot with a clean, soft cloth to ensure there are no water spots.
How often you clean your copper pan depends on how often you use it. Before you do that, please know that copper cannot be put into the dishwasher. If you use your copper pan frequently, it is recommended to deep clean it once a month. If you only use it occasionally, you can clean it every three months.
When there is a large area of rust on the copper pan, a professional copper cleaner will help you. We recommend Mauviel M’PLUS Copperbrill Copper Cleaner. Just use it once and the rust will disappear immediately.
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