Several reviewers mentioned that this pot rusted. Can anyone comment on why this may have happened to some people and not others?
1390540
I agree with the other comments, make sure to completely dry it before storing and store it where there is no moisture. I haven't had any problems with the one I got.
1390541
Cast iron will rust if not dried off with a hand or paper towel. It is not stainless steel. Mine has never rusted because I am used to cooking with cast iron pots and pans. Treat them the same, except no need to spray tea pot with Pam cooking spray. Dry after using. Will last 100 years!
1390542
If you don't dry it properly, it will rust - just like a cast iron frying pan.I saw the reviews about rust and made sure to wipe it down (to get rid of any excess water) after washing it and then letting it air dry fully before storing it.I would imagine that people in high humidity areas would have more trouble, too.
1390543
If you don't dry it properly, it will rust - just like a cast iron frying pan. I saw the reviews about rust and made sure to wipe it down (to get rid of any excess water) after washing it and then letting it air dry fully before storing it. I would imagine that people in high humidity areas would have more trouble, too.
2219925
Wrong. I own it. The pot is definitely not stainless steel and it does have a non stick surface. Mine burned and the nonstick peeled. Not safe to use after this happens. I'm buying a new one.
103535
I haven't noticed any of these problems, at least not yet, I've had it since December and use it weekly or so. It did say the kettle may rust in the instructions that came with it, but that should not effect it's performance.
1107521
Jeff, I've had this for about three years now and I don't remember. But, that comment and question, "What's up with the rust?" That's not a joke. By the end of the 1st year, we began to see it. Maybe there is a way to deal with that, but I haven't discovered it. Honestly, who expects stainless steel to rust?
1989289
No, mine looks great, almost like new even after a lot of use. I have quite of few stainless steel pots and pan and nothing like what you are describing has ever happened. In my never to be humble opinion it is not common.
1221459
I don't know if the company does those repairs. But, I do know that I have had 2 of these pots and never had a rust problem. My first one lasted almost 8 years and the element finally burned out. At my house we are heavy coffee drinkers, so it's used a lot. I have a friend that uses the same pot for only brewing loose tea with no problems also.
766824
Sorry Linda, but I have used the drip pans for a very short time so really don't know about rusting.
666988
I also saw a rust spot in the bottom of the kettle, and I had it barely for 2 weeks and used a handful of times. Disappointed.
1515083
I washed one of mine and it discolored the outside of the pot so I no longer put them in the dishwasher, not to say it isn't my dishwasher.
1788503
I have been trouble by the rust as well.... I have had mine for about 6 months too, and use it constantly.... Any ideas would be helpful because I LOVE this thing!!!!
953200
I've had mine now for a couple of months and love it. I would be surprised if it does rust, though I haven't had a lot of time to really answer definitively. It cleans wonderfully though and even the baked on drips slide right off. Thanks
577252
If you still have the receipt, just return it for a full refund. My coffee pot rusted on the bottom & Penneys replaced it. The second one also rusted, but this time the warranty had expired so now I'm stuck with an expensive pot that I can't use. It is a piece of junk! If you can get a refund, do it.
1925134
Mine has not rusted after over 2 years of use. The area which comes in contact with the electric boiler tends to crust up hard water after every 3-4 weeks, but it's definitely not rust. What we have found to work well is to squeeze a half lemon into the pot with some water and boil it for 10 minutes and the hard water crust comes off by itself.
485042
I have not have that problem (yet). We normally leave it with some water in it (probably a bad habit) but we normally use it on a daily basis and we do replace the water before boiling it. When we are away for a few days we empty it and dry it by hand just in case. I had the problem you mentioned (white spots, not rust) with my previous one.
423555
I bought them as a gift. I have not heard back there was anything wrong with them. There was a note enclosed with them on how to care for them. They have not rusted. Plus, the company was very sincere in wanting to make sure I was happy. If you bought something and was not pleased, I believe they would make it right for you. Sorry to not have more specifics for you.
2257802
i just swish it with water and wipe with a cloth but it is beginning to rust and black chunks are chipping off the inside bottom. I never drink the last cup out of the pot for fear of it being gritty. I assume the iron is not toxic but I am planning on getting a new one. I have owned this one for many years.
466092
no, no problems of any kind, am very happy with it. have only had it for six or eight months though, which may not be long enough for rust to show up.