Copper Products

Copperware

One of the most popular types of kitchenware today, praised for its elegance and luxury, is copperware. Copper is one of the oldest metals used by humans throughout history up to the present day. These utensils come in various models and uses, from sugar bowls and pitcher sets to samovars and pots, all of which can be found in various stores.

What Can Be Cooked in Copperware?

Today, traditional medicine specialists believe that copperware has significant positive effects on the body. Therefore, many people have started cooking with copperware in addition to using it decoratively in their homes. Various types of food can be cooked in copperware, but it is essential to avoid cooking very salty, very sour, very sweet foods, and meats and fats in these utensils. Also, foods with high acid content, such as vinegar and tomatoes, can react with copper, making the food toxic.

Is Copperware Harmful?

Because the interior layer of copperware is coated with protective layers like steel, tin, or other metals, there is no need to worry about copper poisoning. However, if these protective layers wear off and acidic foods are cooked in the copper utensils, it can cause a reaction with the copper, leading to food poisoning.

Is Tin in Copperware Harmful?

Both brass and copperware can be used decoratively or for cooking. However, the tin inside copperware is significant. The tin acts as a protective layer that prevents copper from reacting with food. If the tin layer wears off, cooking in the copper utensil can be dangerous and cause certain illnesses.

How to Clean and Polish Copperware?

Over time, copperware can become tarnished and lose its shine. Knowing how to restore the shine can be very helpful. Here are some simple home methods to clean copper:

• Vinegar, Flour, and Salt Mixture: Apply this mixture to copper surfaces to remove tarnish.
• Lemon and Salt Combination: The acidic nature of these can help remove stains.
• Tomato Paste: Due to its salt and vinegar content, it can polish your copperware.
• Baking Soda and Lemon: This combination can penetrate the copper surfaces, making them clean and shiny again.

How to Prevent Copperware from Blackening?

Before using copper for disinfection, boil milk in it. This practice also prevents the copper from blackening. Never use scouring pads for washing copperware as they can cause blackening. Also, moisture can blacken copper, so dry it immediately with a cloth.

How to Whiten Copperware?

Prolonged use of copperware can cause it to blacken, which needs to be addressed promptly. Whiteners are used during the initial production of the interior parts of copperware. If your copperware blackens, specialists in traditional markets can restore it to its original state. A home remedy for removing copper blackening is a mixture of lemon juice and salt. Additionally, industrial solutions made with special devices can whiten your copperware.

Can Copperware Be Washed in a Dishwasher?

Copperware is relatively expensive today, and some items are enameled, inlaid, or decorated with turquoise, requiring proper care. Strong detergents used in dishwashers can stain or damage copperware.

New Designs of Copperware

New designs, like silver designs and original six-piece copper sets from Kerman and Zanjan, are available in the market under Iranian brands like Agrin, allowing customers to enhance their health with these purchases.

You can check the prices of decorative and ornamental copperware, from pedestal fruit bowls to serving trays and Haft-Seen sets, on Crafts of Persia and enjoy the satisfaction of your online purchase.