Don't you dare toss your cast iron pan in the dishwasher! This baby requires a simple, hands-on approach. (Getty Images) ...

Despite vinegar often being recommended for cleaning tile surfaces ... items", or "strip away any prior seasoning" on cookware such as cast iron skillets or grills. Instead, use a non-abrasive ...

Cleaning and seasoning: We hand-washed the skillets ... a 50-50 vinegar water solution. A 40-minute soak gets rid of rust very effectively." It's good to habitually coat your cast iron with ...

People who love their cast iron cookware ... If scrubbing and vinegar don’t work, consider using a rust eraser or electrolysis cleaning (a DIY method using a battery charger).

Kitchen staples like baking soda, white vinegar ... to pots and pans, sprinkle salt onto the surface and scrub with a damp cloth or sponge. This works especially well with cast iron pans.