{"id":2097,"date":"2022-03-08T11:07:06","date_gmt":"2022-03-08T11:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coffeeteaclub.co.uk\/?p=2097"},"modified":"2022-03-09T10:27:14","modified_gmt":"2022-03-09T10:27:14","slug":"how-to-clean-the-inside-of-a-stainless-steel-teapot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coffeeteaclub.co.uk\/how-to-clean-the-inside-of-a-stainless-steel-teapot\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Clean The Inside Of A Stainless Steel Teapot?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A stainless steel teapot<\/a> is easy to take care of. Most times, you don’t even need soap; just a quick rinse and it\u2019s ready to use again. Watch out for rust and scale as these can ruin the teapot and affect the taste of your tea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some additional tips on how to clean the inside of a stainless steel teapot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should You Clean A Stainless Steel Teapot?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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That sounds like a question with an obvious answer. Don’t all utensils need to be cleaned? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But not all teapots need to be cleaned. There\u2019s a belief among tea lovers that teapots absorb the flavour of tea over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This results in more flavourful teas as the old flavours are released into every cup of tea you brew. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Washing a teapot gets rid of these old flavours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, that only applies for porous teapots made from clay such as Yixing teapots<\/a>. Only a porous material can absorb flavour. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you have a stainless steel teapot, go ahead and wash it as often as necessary. The stainless steel material does not store flavours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 Ways to Clean The Inside of A Stainless Steel Teapot <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Option 1: Rinsing <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Most days, you don’t need to spend a lot of time cleaning the inside of a stainless steel teapot. A quick rinse with hot or warm water is enough to remove any tea residue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Add hot water to the teapot. Note that most teapots are not meant to be used on a stove (unlike tea kettles) so don\u2019t heat water in the teapot.<\/li>
  2. Let the hot water sit in the teapot for a few minutes to dissolve any tea left inside.<\/li>
  3. Pour out the hot water and place the teapot upside down to dry or wipe the inside dry with a soft cloth. If the teapot is still dirty, you can rinse it a second time with hot water. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    As you pour out the hot water, it\u2019ll also clean the inside of the spout. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Option 2: Soap and Water <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Regular dish soap is safe to use on stainless steel. It\u2019s a great way to remove tea stains and residue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Add liquid dish soap to warm water.  Pour the warm soapy water inside the stainless steel teapot and let it sit for a few minutes. <\/li>
    2. Use a sponge or soft cloth to wash the teapot with the soapy water still inside. Use a cotton swab for the inside of the spout. Never use anything abrasive inside a stainless steel teapot. It\u2019ll scratch the surface and make it easier for rust to develop.<\/li>
    3. Pour out the soapy water and rinse the teapot with clean warm water. <\/li>
    4. Leave the teapot upside down to dry. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Option 3: Denture Tablets or Vinegar <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      If the teapot has tea stains or a bit of rust, use denture tablets or vinegar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Rinse the teapot with hot water to get rid of tea residue and some of the loose stains.  <\/li>
      2. Add hot water to the teapot until it\u2019s full. Drop two denture tablets inside and put the lid on. <\/li>
      3. Let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes. This will remove stains, rust and residue. <\/li>
      4. After 30 minutes, pour out the water and rinse 1-2 times with warm water. Leave the teapot to dry. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        If you are using vinegar<\/a>, pour some white vinegar on a soft cloth then wipe the inside of the teapot to remove stains and tea residue.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        You can also mix vinegar and hot water (50:50 ratio) and add it to the teapot. Let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Can I Clean a Stainless Steel Teapot in a Dishwasher?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Most stainless steel teapots are dishwasher safe. But check what the manufacturer recommends before you put yours in the dishwasher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Place the teapot upside down and make sure it will not bump other dishes to avoid scuffing the shiny finish of the teapot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        That said, most tea lovers prefer hand washing their stainless steel teapots to reduce the risk of scratches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        How to Remove Stains\/Scale From The Inside of a Stainless Steel Teapot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        If you live in a hard water area, your teapot will develop scale deposits over time. You’ll also notice that the bottom of the teapot gets discoloured as tea residue builds up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Baking soda works wonders on both tea stains and limescale. All you need to do is add a spoonful of baking soda to the teapot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Then boil water and add it to the teapot. It\u2019ll fizzle as it reacts with the baking soda. Close the teapot lid and let the mixture sit for 1-2 hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Pour out the mixture and rinse the teapot with warm water. You may need to scrub the inside with a sponge or soft cloth to remove any loose stains that did not come out with the water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Here\u2019s a video showing how well this method works. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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