Care and Cleaning

DAY TO DAY CLEANING

 

Since your copper drinkware is 100% copper with no liner or lacquer coating (on the inside) it can oxidize and tarnish.  Not to worry, this is totally NATURAL and  does not affect the normal use of your copper drinkware.  Many of our customers simply allow the interior to tarnish and darken, while others prefer to keep it shiny. There is no wrong answer—it’s a matter of personal preference.  If you do allow the interior to tarnish, please remember to continue to clean it after use with warm water and mild soap.  This will not remove the tarnish but will ensure the interior remains clean and ready for use.  

Looking for authentic copper drinkware? Shop our handcrafted, liner-free copper mugs and tumblers.

1. Never Put In Your Dishwasher. Hand wash only!

2. Never put hot liquids in your copper drinkware.  It will make the lip and handle hot....ouch!

3. If you start to see dark spots on the inside of your copper, it's just tarnish and is 100% natural.  Many of our customers simply love the naturally tarnished look, as it does not affect the normal use of your copper drinkware.  

To remove tarnish, you can use any commercial tarnish remover.  Two of our favorites are  Wright's Copper Cream and Bar Keepers Friend.  To use simply follow the instructions on the container or the steps below:

  • rinse your copper with warm water
  • put a small amount of cleaner on a damp sponge or cloth
  • gently rub tarnished areas inside the mug, usually 10-30 seconds 
  • only use cleaner on the interior of the mug
  • rinse thoroughly with water and dry immediately

You can also use lemon and salt.

  • about 1 teaspoon of salt
  • about 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to make a paste
  1. Dissolve the salt into the lemon juice
  2. Use the paste on a cloth or sponge on the interior of your cup for 10-30 seconds
  3. Once the interior of your cup is shiny again, rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry immediately. 

Prefer copper for your daily water ritual? Explore our Pure Copper Water Dispenser.

 

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