Does the tray get "mildewy" because water sits in it w/o drying?
2041632
I bought this for the lounge at school and yes I think it gets mildewy. It is hard to take apart to clean because it sticks!
141274
I empty and clean drawer shortly after using each day. Occasionally it will be moist at bottom of drawer, but never standing water.
1309378
I have an extra tray so I soak it in the tray (I do this outside) for a while then rinse it with the hose and hang it to dry. I use antibacterial household cleaner & water to soak. I have 2 of them so I just rotate.
1819709
Yes. The plastic tray is removable. You'll have to force it a bit, but you'd have to do that anyway to clean it. It does, though, keep my stainless sink from needing to be cleaned as often.
2118514
I have had it inside the shower cabinet for about 2 months now. Where I leave damp stuff over it I sometimes see some incipient rust, but it wipes right off. I live in a very humid place as well. I don't see myself replacing it any time soon.
1269197
We've been using it for 4 months and have not experienced a mildew smell. We hang it in the shower to dry right after bathing.
2136711
I kept enough water in the bottom tray that I didn't have that problem. Plus I kept the food covered with aluminum foil until ready to serve. The food was gone after that. I enjoyed using this product. I had 6 of these set up and used.
1902525
No, the tray does not leak at all. I know because I have it on an antique ice chest and there are no water stains!
271081
I am sure at some point it could get mildew but for now it is fine and dries quickly to help prevent mildew. Since the shower does remain wet as long as it does with the use of a plastic curtain it seems to cut done on the possibility. I think it works just fine, no problems at this point.
973717
I've had mine for about 6 months as well and have not seen mold growing in it or on it. I think it's best to leave it out to dry and not let it sit in water after use.
840962
We've been using these for a few months and there have been no water stains. However, we are pretty careful about washing them and putting them away as soon as we're done using them. We do have a few minor scratches that show up lighter than the wood. Mostly around the edges of the trays. The stand they go on is not very sturdy. We have it up against a wall as I think it would be easy for them to fall over. The trays themselves are very sturdy.
2243928
I live in a humid climate and have not experienced this. My rack is in a utility room which is insulated but which I shut off to save utility costs. I use it 2-3 times a week with damp items. I was very fond of my wooden one which mildewed and. broke down after years of service. This one is performing like a champ.
1339187
I think it can get mold if not dried well, that happens not only with the water bag backpack, but with everything. It is a matter of knowing clean and let it dry without putting the nozzle to close until this dry well.
1525029
Hi,yes there is a hole at one side of the tray and it is enough and never water is collected .I have put mine on the counter beside the sink from that part that has hole.Don't hesitate ,this is the best you can find ,you yourself should try to see what I mean.
300688
There are two areas where the water resides - at the bottom where it is filled and another smaller area that handles water during the steaming process resting right above it. With the steaming process, everything that holds the hot/boiling water is kept rather clean. I do not use any additives in my food as I don't want anything to go down into the water. After the steaming process, the smaller tray can be washed with soap and water (haven't put it in the dishwasher) and the larger one at the bottom can be drained and simply wiped out when cooled. I love this steamer and have a friend who feels the same way....you will not be sorry!!!!
1588408
I used the dispenser in both summer and winter. No mold or mildew in the past year. My kitchen where the water machine is kept is not air conditioned and still no mold. We're happy with our system. Much easier to use than always using the small table model. Some keep that model in the refrigerator. We store water in 1/2 gallon Ball canning jars. That way we always have clean water for cooking and coffee. Oh, when we go out of town for more than a day or two, we empty the machine completely. Also, we ran white vinegar through our water machine before installing the Zero water system. This cleared the system so the Zero water would actually be zero. Hope this is helpful. I used the dispenser in both summer and winter. No mold or mildew in the past year. My kitchen where the water machine is kept is not air conditioned and still no mold. We're happy with our system. Much easier to use than always using the small table model. Some keep that model in the refrigerator. We store water in 1/2 gallon Ball canning jars. That way we always have clean water for cooking and coffee. Oh, when we go out of town for more than a day or two, we empty the machine completely. Also, we ran white vinegar through our water machine before installing the Zero water system. This... » Read More I used the dispenser in both summer and winter. No mold or mildew in the past year. My kitchen where the water machine is kept is not air conditioned and still no mold. We're happy with our system. Much easier to use than always using the small table model. Some keep that model in the refrigerator. We store water in 1/2 gallon Ball canning jars. That way we always have clean water for cooking and coffee. Oh, when we go out of town for more than a day or two, we empty the machine completely. Also, we ran white vinegar through our water machine before installing the Zero water system. This cleared the system so the Zero water would actually be zero. Hope this is helpful. « Show Less
69449
It comes in contact with the food I am warming and haven't had any problems. It cleans with a quick rinse, rarely I will soak it a minute if it got extra dirty with gravy or something similar. Shake out the wet cloth and it dries in minutes.