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The Kitchen Table Visiting Corner => Anything Goes! => : Mountain Mama February 07, 2014, 04:32:53 PM

: steamer for wood stove
: Mountain Mama February 07, 2014, 04:32:53 PM

I was given a very nice cast iron steamer kettle for my woodstove.  I've never used one before.  How do I care for it?  Do I need to do anything to prevent rust?  Can I use tap water or do I need to use distilled water like I do in my humidifier?

~Blessings~
  Cindy

: Re: steamer for wood stove
: Cheryl February 07, 2014, 05:44:35 PM

Does it have an enamel finish?  If not, I'd be worried about rust. 

I've never had one so I'm not sure about the water.

: Re: steamer for wood stove
: Mountain Mama February 07, 2014, 06:02:57 PM

It doesn't have an enamel finish.  It is designed to be used on the wood stove though.  Hopefully making sure it is dry between uses will help.

~Blessings~
  Cindy

: Re: steamer for wood stove
: Cheryl February 07, 2014, 06:18:03 PM

Hmm....maybe if you oiled it? :-\ 

I'd love to have one.  That's a nice gift!