Is your favorite frying pan covered in red stains? Don't rush to say goodbye to it.
Cast iron cookware will survive even serious corrosion if you know the secrets of “reanimation”.
Express method for the lazy
The dishwasher will handle fresh rust caused by moisture. Load the pan on an intensive cycle 2-3 times in a row.
Important: this method is only suitable for shallow corrosion. Frequent use of the dishwasher destroys the protective layer of cast iron - use this option in extreme cases.
Heat treatment
The oven will turn the rusty coating into ash. Wash the pan, dry it thoroughly and put it in a cold cupboard. Turn on the self-cleaning mode or set it to 150°C.
After 30 minutes, take out the dishes, cool them down and wash them with a sponge and detergent. Old ovens without automatic programs are also suitable - the main thing is not to exceed the temperature.
Radical boiling
Old corrosion is afraid of soda and boiling water. Fill an enamel pan with water three-quarters of the way, add 200 g of baking soda. Immerse the pan and boil for 8-10 hours on minimum heat, adding water as it evaporates.
After the procedure, wipe the surface with a hard brush - the rust will come off in layers.
After any cleaning, heat the cast iron on the stove, grease it with vegetable oil and leave it for 1-2 hours. This will restore the non-stick layer and protect it from further damage.
Follow the instructions and your pan will survive even the most advanced cases of corrosion.
Author: Elena Shimanovskaya