My Ooni Koda 16 is showing signs of patina / oxidation.Updated 7 months ago

Yes - it's normal for parts of your Ooni Koda 16 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 powder-coated shell with warm soapy water and a sponge or microfibre cloth

3. After the shell has been cleaned, wipe down the inside 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 Koda 16

looking as good as possible:

* Store your Ooni Koda 16 under a [_carry cover_](https://ooni.com/collections/oven-covers/products/ooni-koda-16-cover)

* Store your Ooni Koda 16 indoors or in a covered area if not in use for an extended period of time

* [ _Clean your Ooni Koda 16_](https://ooni.kustomer.support/en_us/how-do-i-clean-my-ooni-koda-16-SyPVpA_fi) when needed