do you pre-wash cups before using?
809678
If you are going to use them for food (either baking or food portioning), then it would probably be a good idea to wash them first. I bought mine to make soap in, so I just gave them a quick rinse in warm water before using them for the first time.
809679
I did just to make sure they were clean. I just soaped up a cloth, rinsed and dried them a bit and poured in the mix. Very easy clean up afterwards as well.
899062
Yes/no....if you don't wash and dry immediately after use, water spots will form and some dark residue will remain. Don't fret if that happens...you can purchase a bottle of copper cleaner and clean/buff any residue off. I don't have to do this very often as long as I'm diligent about cleaning and drying them after each use. This mug is pure copper inside/out. Others are copper exterior only and an alloy inside which is easier to keep clean. Depends on if you want a full copper mug...I did
1828923
I can't recall, but nothing serious that I recall. You should wash before use anyway
1628976
First did you wash out the coffee pot before use, and second maybe the water. I have never had a problem
1958627
I would. Any time I buy glass, plastic, towels, sheets etc...I always wash them 1st before using.
695318
Same answer as Cynthia Haven...The instructions tell you to keep this out of the dishwasher. I own a set of 8 of these, and my wife and I use two a day for coffee. If it can't be washed in a dishwasher, I have little use for it. The reason for this cautionary instruction has little to do with the cup except for a rubber ring on the bottom - non skid bottom. It will come off after about 2 tours in the dishwasher, but no big deal. I've saved all of the rings from the 8 cups and may epoxy them back on if skidding ever becomes a problem - love this cup.
1133247
Originally I would only rinse the cup out when I was done then It started to smell. I now wash it with soap and water after each use and I no longer get the odor.
1424579
The mugs have a lacquer coating and should be gently hand washed and towel dried. Suggest checking with the manufacturer regarding safety if the coating is coming off.
559288
Hello all,As a seller of these pads we recommend that you wash and dry them prior to use. They will fluff up once put through a cycle which will help with some of the minor issues you might have. Thank you all for your purchases. We truly appreciate your business.
215512
Yes I had to wash mine, but I usually do that and run just water for the first brew on any new coffee maker. When I did not do this, I noticed the burnt plastic taste/smell to the coffee as well. Also be careful with the flimsy K-cup brewer mechanism. Mine broke after about 3 uses.
1598819
No they don't, and quite frankly I'm changing my review of these cups...they've stained badly and we have to use copper cleaner on them all the time to make them look half-way presentable on the outside...the inside there's not much you can do. Not happy with the purchase over time.
869293
I do not know, I wouldn't do it. They are silicone just like most baby nipples, which obviously can be put in the dishwasher, but the heat does degrade the nipples over time so I would think the same would happen to the cups. I use a hospital grade disinfectant on mine, spray it on and wipe off with washcloth, another MT I know simply washes hers in the sink.
1780314
Their own description claims: "No pre-wash necessary, Machine wash and dry." There were no qualifications about how you washed it in a washing machine, so wash it normal like anything else.
11813
Yes, completely removable so it can be washed. If you use it, you'll want to wash it as coffee will spill/drip into the container. I've removed it before and used a tumbler before.
762544
I have bought this particular item but have not yet used. I did however use a previous one in foam cups with no problem.
1927656
There is no need to wash prior to use. I have had this product on both my full and queen beds for years. Always make sure to wash in hot water as that will kill the dust mites. Also when drying it is best to check on it, as you will need to move it around every 10 minutes or so to have it completely dry.
770983
I wash it by hand because I don't have a dishwasher. Best to wash the mesh with hot water immediately after use before the milk dries. If it does get dry and you have a hard time cleaning it, you can soak it in some vinegar.