Today I was in a thrift store and I scored a couple of vintage Japanese cast iron teapots. I have been wanting one for a while, so I was quite pleased. I've done some Googling and I believe they are made by Iwachu, judging from the stamp, but I am not sure of the age.
The enamel on the inside of the little one is pretty worn and rusty. The big one has some rust showing through as well, but not as badly. It there a way to fix that up? Does it matter if I give it a good wash, or should I just keep it for decoration? The little one would only hold one cup anyway.
Do any of you guys use these and have any tips for me? (other than keeping it dry, obviously.)
The enamel on the inside of the little one is pretty worn and rusty. The big one has some rust showing through as well, but not as badly. It there a way to fix that up? Does it matter if I give it a good wash, or should I just keep it for decoration? The little one would only hold one cup anyway.
Do any of you guys use these and have any tips for me? (other than keeping it dry, obviously.)