Copper cookware is an eye-catching choice; a departure from the traditional silver we often see pots and pans coming in, this burnished metallic offers an aesthetically pleasing alternative.
However, cleaning copper items requires some considerations. Leave it to Martha Stewart to show us how to keep our copper kitchenware looking good as new.
The domestic expert recently shared a snap of her copper pots to her Instagram page, and if their sheen is any indication, she really knows her stuff when it comes to cleaning these metals. It turns out her secret weapon is under $10, according to a blog post that details her cleaning process. Her secret? Wright's Copper, Brass Cream Cleaner, which is available at Amazon for under $10.
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Martha explains that polishes and creams are crucial to keeping your copper items clean and shiny.
'There are several ways to clean copper,' she explains in the blog post. 'Experts recommend using a good-quality, non-abrasive commercial copper polish. I’ve been using Wright’s metal creams for years. Wright’s Copper Cream is a gentle formula that cleans and shines – it’s also great for brass. Each cream tub comes with a sponge, but before starting, it’s also a good idea to get out any additional sponges and towels needed.'
She also recommends donning some protective gloves over your hands while cleaning, so as not to get any chemicals on your skin..
'Using gloves to prevent the cleaning cream from coming into contact with the skin, completely coat the piece,' she instructs.
'The copper will start to brighten as it is rubbed. This task is time-consuming, but it is well worth all the work and elbow grease. And remember to get into all the cracks and crevices.'
She remarks that copper should never go in the dishwasher, and instead should be hand-washed, then dried immediately after to prevent watermarks. With these steps being so simple, we are completely sold on copper cookware.
