I've found that the quality of the foam in the Scotch-Brite Stay Clean Scrubbers has gone down in the last few years. The foam used to hold it's shape well for months, but now seems to flatten with-in a month or two (way before the purple casing wears out), which is frustrating since one of the things I like about these scrubbers is that they last much longer (and seem to get much less grimy than normal sponges. Has anyone else faced this issue? I've found that the quality of the foam in the Scotch-Brite Stay Clean Scrubbers has gone down in the last few years. The foam used to hold it's shape well for months, but now seems to... » Read More I've found that the quality of the foam in the Scotch-Brite Stay Clean Scrubbers has gone down in the last few years. The foam used to hold it's shape well for months, but now seems to flatten with-in a month or two (way before the purple casing wears out), which is frustrating since one of the things I like about these scrubbers is that they last much longer (and seem to get much less grimy than normal sponges. Has anyone else faced this issue? « Show Less
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I use these everyday to clean off eggs, cheese and other stuck on food. It works great, but I keep mine a total of 3 months and then throw them out not because of shape, but because of bacteria. I put them in the dish washer and washing machine to keep them fresh, but after a while i throw them out to be safe, I just bought a whole bunch more. I love them I did notice that if I didn't put them in the dishwasher of washer that they would flatten out. Running them through the dishwasher or washer seemeed to help. Hope this helps.
273950
I agree. The foam does not last long and becomes flat in a few weeks. Should cost much less with inferior foam base.
273951
Yes. Everything you said is true. The sponge material is not holding up as well as it used to. That is why I switched to the Jet sponge. It lasts so long. I've been using the same sponge for dishes for 9 months now and there are no signs of wearing out still. It does not have that non-stick surface but the non-scrubber side works pretty well for that.
887184
I've had mine over a year. Two seasons and it's still just as good. It's just a waxy substance kinda like surf board wax. No reason it should go bad or stop working from one season to the next. Mine is more than half gone and prob will need to get another at the end of this year.
81390
I had one like this and it only lasted a few months, and the brush kept falling off. Previously I used this brand and had no problems. I think the other one looks like a newer model, maybe better?
1235490
It's not. Mine lasted about 6 months. I could probably still use it, but it's lost its firmness and density. Still, that's longer than a traditional sponge and it does a much better job.
548607
I've had mine for 16 years! I cook every day and I've never put them in the dishwasher. I am now looking for a replacement. The coating disappeared from the bottom of my favorite used ones..probably had something stick and left on for too many days (scrubbed the heck out of it).... the coating wore out in about 10 years (but I still use.) Still cooks great, but I want some new ones for the non-stick coating.
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I use Wal-Mart's "equate" brand of Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Refill, in my Cuisipro Foam Pump. This has worked well the past three years. However, this is my third Cuisipro Foam Pump container. With the first one bought, I misused the pump, by pouring a previously diluted mixture into the empty pump, and out came a "slimy" texture. The pump was useless after that. But that was after I had used it properly for several months. The second container's pump would not stay connected to the lid, so that was a Cuisipro problem. But I agree with an earlier review, I think any concetrated soap will work. Hope your trial is successful. I use Wal-Mart's "equate" brand of Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Refill, in my Cuisipro Foam Pump. This has worked well the past three years. However, this is my third Cuisipro Foam Pump container. With the first one bought, I misused the pump, by pouring a previously diluted mixture into the empty pump, and out came a "slimy" texture. The pump was useless after that. But that was after I had used it properly for several months. The second container's pump would not stay connected to the lid, so that was a Cuisipro problem. But I agree with an earlier review, I... » Read More I use Wal-Mart's "equate" brand of Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap Refill, in my Cuisipro Foam Pump. This has worked well the past three years. However, this is my third Cuisipro Foam Pump container. With the first one bought, I misused the pump, by pouring a previously diluted mixture into the empty pump, and out came a "slimy" texture. The pump was useless after that. But that was after I had used it properly for several months. The second container's pump would not stay connected to the lid, so that was a Cuisipro problem. But I agree with an earlier review, I think any concetrated soap will work. Hope your trial is successful. « Show Less
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I think it might be from the foam filter that needs cleaned out once in a while. Ours stopped picking up the other day and it was also from the foam filter,,,i cleaned it then it worked fine. Hope this helps some for ya!
959452
It's a great product. I've had mine three years. It is not porous so stains are not an issue. I've been cleaning mine with soft scrub and it looks new.
1598306
I managed to wash and use the sponges for a long time so I never buy new ones. If I ever need replacement I will try to contact the manufacturers.
763184
More or less Ive been using the same sponge for the last half year with no problems. The 2nd sponge I use on my heavy days to switch out. Not sure of the end life, i guess until it's not as absorbant. My sponges still look new to me.
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I have not had this problem . I suggest you boil some water and baking soda in the pan on top of the stove, let it sit overnight then wash it as usual, I always line my pans with aluminum foil to prevent this from happening to any of my baking pans. I truly dislike scrubbing pan and this saves me from that dreaded chore Good Luck
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Well; if you have the non-stick one, I hope that you didn't use anything abrasive (like Brillo) on it because that will totally wreck it. That said, it is not really nonstick -- it's semi-stick. That means that mine -- used according to their directions and cleaned their way too -- will not ever look like it did when new (less than a year ago). But it will get pretty clean if you let it sit in the sink with hot water and dish soap in it for a few hours and then use a Scotch (or similar) scrub sponge with the blue scrubber side on it. But, sadly, it is neither nonstick nor easy to clean.
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Not at all. Every 2 weeks after the cleaners clean my house, this goes into the wash for a Heavy duty cycle, and after what now, 2 years of continual use and washing, They have not frayed or changed color or lost their shape or in any way become worse for wear. in between I use a lot of them for other things too. quick clean-ups, they are superior in soaking up things that spilled, and cleaning my pets and anything that needs to be wiped. These things are great
2234573
Again, didn't know foam was a problem. Also, can't answer to the leakage issue as mine still works perfectly after a ton of use. Maybe the other review is juicing tougher stuff. Mine works great with no complaints.
2159121
I have used a Scotch-Brite pads (with hot water and dish detergent) to clean the grate and more recently the Scotch-Brite brush (which is essentially a pointy-shaped Scotch Brite pad with a plastic handle). The cleaning process takes about 10 minutes, including the handy grease catcher thing. I have had this electric grill for well over a year now, and I'm surprised to say I haven't used my Weber charcoal grill at all in the past year. I use this thing at least once a week. It is much more convenient than charcoal, and it just seems that I'm always rushed to cook (hungry people do not want to wait) and it heats up in just 5 minutes or so. The grate is not made completely of porcelain, but is composed of a hefty metal, perhaps steel, coated in an exceptionally hard glass-like glaze, that I suspect is baked on at a very high temperature during the manufacturing process. The grate itself is easily removed, and I have washed it in the dishwasher multiple times. The grate appears no worse for the wear; specifically no rust at all to be seen. It has retained its shiny, glassy appearance after perhaps 75 vigorous cleanings. I have started using steel wool on the grate, which is something I thought would scratch it, but it does not seem to. I broke down and used steel wool (Brillo pad) after some of the baked in gunk would not come completely off with the Scotch-Brite (leaving a dull-appearing spot on surface of the grate). When you flip the grate over to clean the bottom of it, you will see it is glazed as well, and cleaning procedure is the same. I have kept the grate very clean, using the above methods, and it looks about as good as it did out of the box.
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Not sure how effective the filters remain if you are cleaning them under a sink like me, but I alternate them. One set always sits in the utensil drying section of my drying rack. After a few cleanings, I clean and switch. They've lasted a few years like this. However, aftermarket replacements are cheap enough that going crazy with this might be crazy. Keyboard duster cleans them perfectly (outside). The brush has lasted me a few years, but I notice it is getting pretty beat up and have just bought this to replace it. The beater brush got cut by some of my kid's doll hair. But that replacement is a bit junkier than the authentic. Not sure how effective the filters remain if you are cleaning them under a sink like me, but I alternate them. One set always sits in the utensil drying section of my drying rack. After a few cleanings, I clean and switch. They've lasted a few years like this. However, aftermarket replacements are cheap enough that going crazy with this might be crazy. Keyboard duster cleans them perfectly (outside). The brush has lasted me a few years, but I notice it is getting pretty beat up and have just bought this to replace it. The beater brush got cut by some of my kid's doll hair. But that... » Read More Not sure how effective the filters remain if you are cleaning them under a sink like me, but I alternate them. One set always sits in the utensil drying section of my drying rack. After a few cleanings, I clean and switch. They've lasted a few years like this. However, aftermarket replacements are cheap enough that going crazy with this might be crazy. Keyboard duster cleans them perfectly (outside). The brush has lasted me a few years, but I notice it is getting pretty beat up and have just bought this to replace it. The beater brush got cut by some of my kid's doll hair. But that replacement is a bit junkier than the authentic. « Show Less
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I hand wash mine (no dish washer). I also use the nonabrasive scrubber and have had no problems.You may have received a flawed product and should contact the company.