I see a lot of reviews about this on stainless, but how does it work on copper cookware?
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I have not used this on cookware with an exposed copper surface, but I have used it with triply style cookware that has an interior layer of copper. It works great for that, but I would be concerned about using it on a non-matte copper surface since I suspect it would dull the finish especially with the softness of copper.
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No, the copper bottom is "glued" to the stainless steel body. The solder filler between the copper and the steel melted away revealing the lumps of epoxy or what ever it is that was used to attach the base. We use sauspans with copper bases on the same gas ring and have never ever had any issues with the copper melting irrespective of the heat applied. This kettle looks good but it is very poor in quality and I would not touch any product from this supplier again. I am more than happy to provide photos if you supply an email address to greggk@bigpond.com. This is probably not the answer you were hoping but I would rather be honest with you than have you throw the kettle out after a few months. Hope that helps.
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Hi, The chainmail dishcloth was developed to clean the cooked on residue that builds up on the bottoms and sides of good cookware - stainless steel, hard anodized aluminum, copper, enameled cast iron, etc. It also works very well on glass casseroles and other baking dishes. The customers are telling us they use it on everything with great results. Some brands of new stainless steel cookware have a real mirror-like finish. I would not recommend using the chainmail dishcloth on that surface - it is a steel utensil and you should always be careful of using steel on steel with new pots and pans.
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I use Barkeepers Friend on the entire pan every 2nd or 3rd use, and it has so far always turned the copper back to its original color/patina. High heat has caused my copper to turn light but the BF restores it every time.
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It works great. I use it on my stainless steel (and even Pyrex occasionally), in addition to my cast iron. Just fyi ... it has done a remarkable job on my cast iron wok, getting rid of the gritty stuff and leaving it with a lovely seasoned finish.
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I have never even looked this up before or knew about what you were talking about. I looked it up on Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Induction_cooking. I just put a magnet on the pan you are asking about and it sticks fine! I never use aluminum or copper, neither of which will stick to magnets well. This cookware works great on my induction stove top as do all my other pans, iron skillets and heavy cookware from Germany. Hope this helps.
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From the Nuwave FAQs... Copper, glass and aluminum cookware will not work unless they have a sandwiched magnetic base. Medium to heavy gauge pots and pans are optimal.
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I would not use it on stainless steel, it would scratch it! If you read the directions it tells you.
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You may have "normal" pots and pans that work. The easiest way to see is try sticking a magnet to your pot, if it sticks it will work on an induction stove. Cast iron pans will work, most stainless steel pots and pans will work, copper pans will not work.
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I always use Bar Keepers Friend in the gold, it is great for keeping the cookware (any stainless steel) beautiful. If you happen to burn something, let the pan cool, then soak in hot soapy water for about 10 minutes, the burnt will usually just lift away. Great cookware!!
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I had to toss my old copper-bottomed Revere Ware (warped, which I didn't notice on a non-glass top stove), and my grandmother's cast iron cookware (uneven on the outside). I now have a Cuisinart stainless steel set (copper in-between stainless), and use the Circulon Contempo pans for things like eggs (or when I just want an easy clean-up). They both work (the concentric ridges are inside the pan, not outside), with the Circulon being easier to clean, but slower to warm up, and Cuisinart being much more elegant to cook with. I have had the Circulon pans for about three years, with light use - they don't have a scratch on the, to my surprise (I don't use metal utensils with them, and I usually use a little oil).
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Many answers here are WRONG!! A copper pan will NOT work on an induction stove because it is non-ferrous. Neither will an aluminum pan. Neither will an all-stainless steel pan. A stainless steel pan will work IF it has a ferrous bottom, as many do. Many people here are confusing a "glass top stove top" with an "induction stove top". Both have a glass top but a "glass top stove top" has a conventional heating element (which will work fine with copper) but an "induction stove top" has an induction disk, which will NOT work with copper.
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No. It is for cast iron. It covers rust and blackens cast iron so it has a new look with a subdued polished look. Definitely would NOT work on stainless steel. There are cleaners designed specifically for stainless steel. I have been able to clean stainless steel cookware inside as well as on "finished" outer side with "Bar" brand cleanser and obtain a nice shine and without scratching the finish. You might try that in a not too evident area and see if it would work. Good luck.
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Do you know what kind of metal it is? This is supposed to work on brass, copper, bronze, and some nickle pieces. Mostly I have used it on silver plated pieces where the base metal (brass) is showing through. It seems VERY hit or miss, in some places it improves the look impressively in others it will not seem to take.
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I have never tried it on brass or copper, both of which have cleanersadvertised, but if you buy it for silver, try it. Brass and copper aretough metals to clean, silver is far easier.ss
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As I haven't used it for stainless...Try this link.... this guy is usually right on.... http://www.weldingtipsandtricks.com/mig-welding-stainless.html
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I use it on the inside of pots and pans with no problems..It is the best metal cleaner I have ever used.