Are the edges (where the lid meets the pot) enamal or raw iron? Has anyone had any problems with rust?
1074069
Edge of the top of the pot is smooth where the cast iron and enamel meet. I don't have any rust on mine, and as far as I know if you treat it kindly it should last a very long time. My Mom had one in the 80s and it latest forever.
1074070
The edge is not enameled. I have 4 Le Creuset enamel cast iron Dutch ovens that I use weekly. I purchased my first one about 10 years ago. I have never had any trouble with rust. I don't put them in the dishwasher; I handwash and let them air dry. I have occasionally left them filled with soapy water for 24 hrs or so...not because they needed to soak that long but because I was lazy...and they never formed rust. They were not fully submersed in water, just filled with water. I don't recommend doing this, but I would think if rust was going to form, it would have in such instances.
1074071
The top and bottom of lid is enamel as well as the top. The outer edge of the lid seems to be a little bit raw iron, but not a lot. I have had no problems at all with rust of any kind. It is, in fact, the best piece of cookware I have ever owned. Hope this helps!
614561
Mine is Stainless Steel. If you have metal flakes they can be accidentally coming from outside sources. All Pots and Pans require to be washed with soapy water and rinsed and dried thoroughly before use. That's a rule of thumb. (The metal flakes can also come from the electronic parts during the assembly.) It's your job to clean the pot before use, thereafter there should be no metal flakes. There's a real simple way to determine whether SS or Chrome, so you never have to ask again Take a magnet from your frig note holder (any magnet) if it doesn't stick its excellent Stainless. Which is called food Stainless and doesn't rust. Cheaper Stainless has less Zinc and can hold a light magnet. Usually found in outside BBQ's they sell as Stainless but is crap Stainless and will ultimately rust (usually spotted rust marks). Zink is very very expensive, so only the best Stainless contains the right amount of Zinc. If a magnet sticks like glue, then its metal, or chromed metal. Keep that in mind. (There various types of Stainless, only Food Stainless is of the highest grade.) Non Food such as an Outside Bar-B-Q is usually junk Stainless, You have to buy a Weber to get better Stainless, of course the price is higher, but will last you a lifetime. Stainless isn't Stainless on average items, and magnet test will help identify the quality.
1096999
It's aluminum, so rusting is not an issue. It also has the same properties as any other aluminum pot regarding sticking. It's not Teflon coated, so it's not "non-stick". As long as you understand and respect how to use aluminum pots and don't expect Teflon or stainless steal characteristics, you will not be disappointed. That said, I use the pot for beer brewing and I use it on an outdoor gas burner, so I have no experience I using this on an electronic burner. I can't beggin to imagine how long it would take to heat this much liquid on a stovetop though!
2077911
The coffee pot is stainless steel and has not rusted. Some other inferior stainless does but this appears to be a nice quality and has not rusted.
1476369
No rust for me. I really like this pot and it was a good buy. I would definitely buy it again if I need another one. I use it at least once a week. Hope this helps.
85940
I put mine in the dishwasher. I do rinse first. So far, no rusting. They have nicely finished edges. Better than the pan that came with the oven!
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!
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.
929785
The inside is coated black. Looks porcelain enamel. Really doubt it would rust. I use everyday. We do NOT have hard water. Also I like the fact the handle is stationary and does not flop side to side. My set of pots and pans is the red porcelain speckled with black.
929786
Well the entire pot is made of steel, but the inside is coated with the same ceramic as the outside with different colors. Mine is the black one with a solid black colored ceramic coating on the inside. Also, I've had mine for three years now and I haven't had any issues with rust nor do I expect to have any.
2154226
It is the same rust-resistant matte black finish on the entire pot. We've had this for almost a year now and really like it. It's held up well. We keep it on our propane heating stove (like a woodstove) with water in it and I've never seen it steam but it does but a little more moisture in the air. Just a bit of advice -- I would definitely season it with some kind of oil when you first get it...we used organic coconut oil all over inside and out and "baked" it in the kitchen oven on 350 for an hour, and that has made all the difference for maintaining the finish and avoiding rust, etc. It is the same rust-resistant matte black finish on the entire pot. We've had this for almost a year now and really like it. It's held up well. We keep it on our propane heating stove (like a woodstove) with water in it and I've never seen it steam but it does but a little more moisture in the air. Just a bit of advice -- I would definitely season it with some kind of oil when you first get it...we used organic coconut oil all over inside and out and "baked" it in the kitchen oven on 350 for an hour, and that has made all the difference for maintaining the finish and avoiding... » Read More It is the same rust-resistant matte black finish on the entire pot. We've had this for almost a year now and really like it. It's held up well. We keep it on our propane heating stove (like a woodstove) with water in it and I've never seen it steam but it does but a little more moisture in the air. Just a bit of advice -- I would definitely season it with some kind of oil when you first get it...we used organic coconut oil all over inside and out and "baked" it in the kitchen oven on 350 for an hour, and that has made all the difference for maintaining the finish and avoiding rust, etc. « Show Less
162176
No, the lid was nice and tight. The only problem I had was rusting, which led to a stovetop full of water one morning. We had the pot for less than two weeks.
707745
I haven't had any parts start rusting on me and I don't keep it wet. I suppose it could be stainless steel. I like it and it works well and cleans up pretty easy. I hand wash the parts with dish soap and water and a sponge - just like washing dishes by hand and let the parts dry in a dish rack and I don't have any problems yet and no rust yet.
974741
Mine did not rust, but don't use it any more,bought the $25.00 one that fits the whole top of a pan.This particular one came apart when I was using it and I plunged my hand into the boiling water. So cheap is not always the good answer. It wasn't for me.
102357
I use it daily basis. Sometimes I left some waters in the pot. There is no rusting issue at all.
277865
The inside is a carbon steel.The outside appears to be enamel . I use mine every day and no chips, have had since December. Great buy. I have had an all enamel tea pot from Lennox and it dis colored and started to get orange spots and no I don't have rust in my water.
48784
I've put pots on it without a problem, the one issue I have with it is that the vinyl coating is sensitive to sharp objects and once a small piece is missing it shows signs of rust.