Question from Jose
I have been offered a set of copper cookware that was used only as display, for which purpose they were dipped in a vat of Rustoleum Pro Finish polyurethane. The seeler thinks it is possible to remove the polyurethane and make this cookware safe for use. What is your advise?
Thanks,
–J.
Debra’s Answer
I don’t know how to remove polyurethane finish from copper. But even if you could, I’m reluctant to agree with using copper cookware. If the interior is copper it can leach copper into the food. If the interior is tin, it can leach tin into the food. If it’s stainless steel, it would leach nickel and cadmium.
I would just forgo this cookware and choose a [safe cookware]=link to cookware page on debralist.com
