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Home Maintenance And Repair - 01500158
06/24/03

Glass Ceramic Utensils-Care and Cleaning


Care
Glass ceramic utensils can stand sudden changes in
temperature from hot to cold or vice versa. Certain
range-top utensils are labeled for use in broiling.
These utensils are very strong, but can be broken if
dropped or banged on a hard surface.

Cleaning
Wash with detergent, either by hand or in the
dishwasher.
Scouring can be done with a plastic scouring pad and
a mild abrasive powder such as Bon Ami. Avoid using
harsh abrasives or steel wool which will mar the finish.
Cooked-on food may be removed by soaking in baking
soda (3 tablespoons to 1 quart water). If need be, heat
the utensil to speed up action.
Stubborn stains such as coffee or tea in ceramic
coffee or tea pots can be removed by using 2 tablespoons
of chlorine bleach to 1 quart water.
Gray marks caused by rubbing against metal can be
removed with a non-abrasive household cleanser and a
plastic scouring pad.

This article was written by Anne Field, Extension
Specialist, Emeritus.

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