Could anyone help me with a burnt le cruset

[RoyKentsHairyBack]

Burnt the bottom of a curry and it just won't come off. I usually manage to get rid with soaking or bicarb or vinegar but I can't shift this.

I love that pot and use it all the time. Would struggle to afford to replace it so really want to fix it if I can

Bleach in water is really dangerous for your lungs. Please don't do it. That's no doubt why it's no longer recommended. It's also the reason why cleaners have more lung disease than many occupations.

Loads of reputable articles online.

www.google.co.uk/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/uk-news/2017/sep/11/regularly-using-bleach-linked-to-higher-risk-of-fatal-lung-disease

The other possibility I am surprised isn't mentioned here is to cook some tinned tomatoes in it, this really helps to break down the deposits

I’ve used both salt and a non-scratch scouring sponge, and The Pink Stuff plus same type of sponge. Slow going but takes it off without damage (and you should have seen what I’d burned onto mine!).

I don't think occasional use of bleach in situations such as this is likely to cause problems. The linked article talked about regular (weekly) use.

@BoreOfWhabylon

I don't think occasional use of bleach in situations such as this is likely to cause problems. The linked article talked about regular (weekly) use.

Totally agree.

It’s occasional use - so maybe once or twice a year.

And I survived 40 years of doing this.

Biological washing liquid

Le creuset are excellent at replacing/refinishing pans that have suffered damage.

Yes personally I would try the edible options first - bicarb, cooking tomatoes, gentle scouring, lots of soaking, before I resorted to bio washing powder or bleach.

I tried the dishwasher tab and that shifted a lot of it. Will try the toms to see if I can get rid of the last bit.

Whilst I'd love to send it back to get resurfaced , it's my grandmas 30 year old pan so I think that ship has sailed!

Soak with water and a healthy scoop of biological detergent. Gets anything off.