Mine already has rust from inside bottom of the wok. Does any one know how to remove the rust?
1566412
Sorry cannot help about the rust i would try the steel wool like was suggested though. I find with mine food still tends to stick no matter how many times i try to seal the pan with oil.
1566413
Wet the wok. Put some kosher (coarse) salt in it. Scrub the wok with the salt as an abrasive, using a paper towel or something similar. Put a very light coating of cooking oil on the wok, then heat on low for about 15 minutes. That will allow the oil to soak in (season) the wok.
1566414
Carbon steel will rust, which is why they recommend you coat it with oil after use. Though there are chemical compounds that can remove rust--like naval jelly--I'm not sure I'd want them used on something in which food will be prepared. I would simply clean the rust off with iron wool, wash the wok clean, dry it thoroughly and then spray it with Pam, and rub off the excess with a paper towel.
424332
I have never had a problem with rust, ever, and I put it in the dishwasher (supposedly a real No,No for knives or scissors). If you really do have a problem, I'd do what another respondent suggests about drying it right away and spraying with oil.
2095406
I had the same problem. I bought this item thinking it's Made in the USA and won't have any problems with it. The thing got rusty after ONE wash. I only use normal dish soap, wipe area where my cloth can reach and then hang it dry on the dish rack. How do you guys take care of yours? Shall I just spray it with WD40? Not worth sending it back since I'm not in the US.
1798783
I use a plastic scrapper thing I found at Walmart for scrapping hardened food off. You can reseason the wok any time you believe it is necessary. We have had ours for a while and haven't had to reseason it yet. Never let it air dry. I always place mine on the stove on a low flame and dry it that way. Letting it air dry will rust it. You can use a green scrubber on it to clean it. Some people use sea salt(dry) to clean cast iron.
673232
I have always oiled my wok with a very light film of pam to prevent rusting. After cleaning and drying spray and wipe down with a paper towel.
1831059
Seasoning doesn't actually prevent rust, it primarily produces a cooking surface with less tendency to make food stick during cooking. There are some great Youtube videos on wok seasoning techniques, but the key to rust prevention is to always thoroughly dry all metal surfaces after use and keep a very thin coating of oil on them to act as a moisture barrier during storage (rust needs water to form).
104353
I haven't prevented the rust. Perhaps spraying it with some clear sealer would work.
1188645
Stainless steel is very corrosion resistant (meaning it should never rust with normal use and does not require seasoning), but does not transfer heat as well carbon steel. Carbon steel, though, rusts very easily, so it must be seasoned before use. This wok is carbon steel. Carbon steel woks come from the factory with some kind of rust-blocking grease rubbed over the surface. This could be the "smell" you are referring to, so I would suggest scrubbing it vigorously with a brillo pad before seasoning, to make sure you get all that nastiness off. Go to youtube.com and search for "seasoning carbon steel wok" to see a plethora of videos showing you how to season properly.
889741
It would rust very badly. I oil the wok after each use a hang it on the wall in my garage. I use a paper towel and fresh cooking oil. The cooker needs to stay inside the garage also. The set makes great food and is super for frying fish and frys. You really save oil to hardly takes a half gallon of oil the have a huge fish fry/frys. Good Luck!
999951
Mine didn't rust, but the inside began flaking off only after 2 weeks. I would NOT recommend this kettle.
253643
probably it rusts because there is no such a thing as stainless steel... and in my experience, new wave enviro will not replace it
1476374
For me, it didn't rust, but the metal on the bottom inside became splotchy and discolored. And it happened after the first time of use. You can see what it looks like here: http://tinypic.com/r/zv6h3d/5(I still use it though.)
494150
I had the experience of the rusting on the rim, near the lid hinge, but not the inside. I empty the water after pouring the water for coffee. The manufacturer said to prevent rust on the rim wipe dry, to remove what it had, they suggested a little baking soda on a damp towel.
738450
I washed mine after I unboxed it and it started to rust. I can't imagine what would happen if one were to soak or put through a dishwashing cycle to remove burnt on food stains.
1416580
hello there, I have the same issue , love the product and like you the rust is an issue that I have no idea what to do about.the best of luck to both of us. when the time comes, I will attempt to replace the hardware.
2195513
I run mine through the dishwasher and have no problems. Haven't seen any rust spot yet either. I haven't tried hand washing but I bet it would be that difficult.
1553229
I just rinse with water and l pat it dry and let it air dry. if you put it in the dishwasher it may rust.