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Brilio.net - Glass teapots are a favorite choice for many people thanks to their elegant appearance . In addition, brewing drinks in a glass teapot is considered not to affect the taste of the drink. This is because glass does not absorb tastes or odors like teapots made of other materials, such as plastic or metal.
However, despite its many advantages, glass teapots also have quite significant disadvantages. Compared to other teapots, glass teapots are more easily dirty and dull. This usually comes from tea or coffee residue that is often brewed which can leave stains on the glass surface. Even after being washed, glass teapots can still look dirty and lose their natural shine because of this residue. Humidity and exposure to air can also cause minerals in the water to form a crust on the inside of the teapot, which adds to the dull impression.
To overcome this, some people usually rely on vinegar to clean the teapot. So, this vinegar will be poured into the inside of the teapot. Then the teapot will be soaked in this vinegar for several hours and then washed until clean.
In addition to vinegar, there are other cleaning agents that are more effective in removing dull stains and crust on this glass teapot. The agent was further shared by TikTok user @homelovingid through one of the uploaded videos. Reported by BrilioFood from the TikTok account @homelovingid on Wednesday (11/12), the cleaning agent in question is baking soda.
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How to use it, just put the baking soda into the teapot. If the crust is thick enough, you can use more baking soda. After that, pour a little warm water until the texture of the baking soda thickens.
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Then for maximum results, let the baking soda sit for a few minutes so that it can seep into the crust. Once done, immediately scrub the teapot using a sponge and dish soap. Do this process until the crust is completely removed.
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Once scrubbed, rinse the teapot immediately with running water. Make sure there is no soap residue, foam, and crust still attached. Well, the rinsed teapot will look cleaner and clearer than before. This indicates that baking soda is very effective in removing stubborn stains, such as crust and dull stains.
The use of baking soda is often relied on to clean various kitchen utensils, including glass teapots. Not without reason, baking soda has several special contents that can remove stubborn stains. Baking soda is alkaline, which makes it effective in neutralizing acids that are often found in stains or crusts left by acidic liquids, such as tea or coffee. By neutralizing the acid, baking soda helps loosen the stain, making it easier to remove.
On the other hand, glass teapots that are often used with mineral-containing water can leave a layer of scale. Baking soda, with its abrasive properties and ability to interact with minerals, can help loosen and remove the scale, leaving the surface clean and clear.
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