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02-15-2012, 11:49 AM #1Registered User
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greasy tea kettle
We have a really cute tea kettle.. it sits on top of the stove and now has a layer of greasy grossness on it. I stuck it in the dishwasher and it didn't help. It still looks gross. Any tips on how to get rid of the grease? Thanks.
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02-15-2012, 11:57 AM #2Registered User
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I would get some Dawn dish liquid and wipe it down with that
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Is it metal? Painted ceramic?
I just learned this trick. Make a paste of baking soda and water. Smear it all over the teapot. Leave it to sit for about 1 minute. Wipe off. You don't even have to scrub. The grease just melts off.DH aka Mad Hen
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02-15-2012, 12:23 PM #4Registered User
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I scrub mine down with a mixture of Dawn and salt.
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02-15-2012, 12:37 PM #5Registered User
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not sure what material your kettle is but here's what I do with mine when it gets so bad I can't stand it.
I use oven cleaner- sprayed on and left to sit a while (my while is probably longer than your while so you be the judge), I've found this saves wear and tear on my hands, kettle and time. I keep a can of OC under my sink just for this purpose as I get buildup even though i clean wkly (not going to clean daily- just on principal).
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My dad claims boiling something in a rolling boil gets the grease off.
I was going to suggest boiling it in vinegar or diluted vinegar water.
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Ammonia will strip off anything....
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~I also use the baking soda paste. It works!~
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02-15-2012, 03:54 PM #9Registered User
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My red kettle sits on the stove too. I don't use sprays on it, I am convinced it will get inside, I won't get it all out and I will keel over dead or something (yes, I have issues
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I use the Dollar Tree version of the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
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Baking soda paste is what I use on my stainless steel one. It really works!
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I have a Revere ware kettle from Goodwill and I take a Brillo pad to it when it gets greasy. I might not if it were painted enamel or pricey, but maybe you could find a small place where it would'nt show and try it. Hannah
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I have a Revereware kettle too and I use 409 on a paper towel to wipe it down. 409 will go through almost anything. If I have to scrub I use a sponge and some Bon Ami, which does not scratch up the finish. Then rinse really well in hot water so there are not spots on the stainless.
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Ammonia will strip off anything.... completely agree with stinkbug
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Adding my 2 cents. I use Lestoil. Lestoil is great getting grease out of clothing too.
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I use a soap pad on my SS Revere Ware. I use the soap pad on the chrome toaster too.
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