Question about carbon

[DonnaM]

I don't have an e-tank--just a lye tub. If after much scrubbing with SS scrubber and Dawn, I cannot get a patch of carbon off the pan, what should I do?

And--what would happen if I went ahead with seasoning?

Thanks~

 

[Doug D.]

A similar problem discussed here: www.castironcollector.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4312 See post #2. If just a black stain, straight vinegar and steel wool often minimize it.

 

[DonnaM]

Yes, just a stain or smudge. Thanks, Doug. I'll try that.

 

[Lloyd B]

Post a photo. If it's what I'm used to it will disappear during the first round of seasoning.

 

[DonnaM]

I followed Doug's advice and scrubbed with vinegar and a SS scrubber. That faded the carbon smudge some, but when I reached a point of dismissing returns, I called it good. It's now in the oven, and I'll post after about 3 rounds of seasoning. I'm expecting there won't be anything visible when the whole pan turns black...