Before you get to work, you’ll need to know the material of your mug.
Some, like stainless steel or stoneware, take special consideration.
Once the soap has had a chance to work, scrub the stain with a sponge.
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Scrub with Baking Soda
Sprinkle about 1 tsp.
baking soda on the stain and add a little water to make a paste.
Scrub the stain with a damp, soft sponge.
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The gentle, abrasive nature of baking soda helps lift coffee or tea stains from the surface.
Once you’ve finished scrubbing, rinse the mug well to remove any remaining baking soda.
Allow the mixture to sit for at least 10 minutes to give the vinegar time to work.
After soaking, scrub away the stains using dish soap and a soft sponge, then rinse.
How to Clean Coffee Stains in Travel Mugs
Some travel mugs have stainless-steel interiors.
This material is great for keeping beverages warm and is thankfully pretty easy to clean.
The soap, baking soda, and vinegar cleaning methods can all be used on stainless steel.
To remove coffee stains from travel mugs with stainless steel interiors, use a soft sponge.
Abrasive scrubbers can scratch the surface.
Tricks and Tips to Get Coffee Stains Out of Mugs (Tea Stains, Too!)
The best defense is a good offense.
Once these remnants are gone, you don’t need to worry about stains forming.
Keep in mind that specialty materials like handmade stoneware and delicate porcelain require extra TLC.
Avoid abrasive scrubbers and follow the artisan or manufacturer’s guidelines.
