Housekeeping · Cookware care

Clean Seasoned Cast Iron with Soap, Drying and Light Oil

For regular seasoned cast iron, the manufacturer may allow warm soapy water, complete drying and a very thin oil coat; check your pan model.

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Lodge's care directions for its seasoned cast iron specify washing with warm soapy water, drying completely and applying a thin layer of oil. Enameled or specialty heat-treated cookware may have different rules.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Let the skillet cool and check the handle and surface before touching it. Avoid pouring cold water onto a very hot pan.
Determine whether it is regular seasoned cast iron, enamel-coated or specialty treated; the model's instructions take priority.
For ordinary seasoned cast iron, clean using warm water, a little dish soap and a brush or gentle scrubber.
Rinse and dry the surface and handle completely with paper towel or lint-free cloth. Do not leave the pan soaking.
If recommended by the maker, rub on a very thin coat of cooking oil and wipe away excess rather than leaving a sticky layer.
Store in a dry place. If rust appears, consult your product's rust removal and reseasoning guidance instead of overheating the pan.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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