How to Clean a Burned Glass Coffee Pot
Burned-on coffee can be difficult to clean off of a glass coffee carafe. A burned pot can also make your home smell bad and bad nasty. With some careful cleaning, however, you can restore your carafe to its previous glory. Follow these steps to learn how to clean a burned glass coffee pot.
Steps:
- Fill the pot with water and 1/4 cup of baking soda. Add the baking soda to a glass pot that is slightly bigger than the one you need to clean. Place the burned-on pot inside the other one and fill it with cold water up to the rim.
- Let the baking soda solution sit overnight. Allow the pot to soak overnight, or for several hours if time is limited. The combination of baking soda and cold water will help to loosen the burned-on coffee.
- Remove the pots from water and scrub with an abrasive pad. Take the pot out of the water and scrub it with an abrasive pad. This will help to remove the coffee sediment and burned-on coffee.
- Rinse with hot water and mild dish soap. After scrubbing, rinse the pot with hot water and mild dish soap. This will help to remove any lingering sediment and soap residue.
- Repeat the process as necessary. Repeat the steps as necessary to make sure that all the burned-on coffee is removed from the pot.
Tips:
- Be sure to use an abrasive pad that is specifically designed for cleaning glass, as this will help to prevent scratching the pot.
- For tough cases of burn marks, try using a paste made of equal parts powdered laundry detergent, cream of tartar, and hydrogen peroxide.
- If possible, avoid using very hot water to rinse the pot. Hot water can cause the glass to crack or shatter.
By following these steps, you can easily clean your burned glass coffee carafe and restore it to its former glory. The process may take some time, but it is an effective method for removing stubborn burned-on coffee without damaging your pot.
