My Ooni Karu 12 is showing signs of patina / oxidation.Updated 7 months ago

Yes - it's normal for parts of your Ooni Karu 12 that are exposed to extremely

high temperatures to show signs of rust, patina or oxidation. This will not

affect the way your oven performs in any way - you can keep on cooking for

years to come!

**Can I remove patina / oxidation?**

The best way to remove patina / oxidation is by following the steps below:

1. Wait until your oven is completely cool

2. Wipe down the inside and outside of your oven with a paper towel or rag and stainless steel cleaner (such as Bar Keeper's Friend or Weiman Stainless Steel Cleaner)

Never use abrasive cleaning products to clean your oven

**Can I prevent patina / oxidation from forming in the first place?**

It's natural for outdoor cooking appliances to show signs of rust, patina or

oxidation, but there are a few things you can do to keep your Ooni Karu 12

looking as good as possible:

* Store your Ooni Karu 12 under a [carry cover](https://ooni.com/collections/oven-covers/products/ooni-karu-carry-cover)

* Store your Ooni Karu 12 indoors or in a covered area if not in use for an extended period of time

* [Clean your Ooni Karu 12](https://intercom.help/oonitest/en/articles/6049498-how-do-i-clean-my-ooni-karu-12) when needed

If you feel that your oven's performance has been affected in any way, [submit

a support request](https://support.ooni.com/contact/contact-form-r1prEEEGj)

and we'll be able to help.