Do Dishwashing Tablets remove tea stains?Updated 12 days ago
TL;DR: No, Dishwashing Tablets are not designed to remove tea tannin stains. For tea-stained mugs, we recommend using Universal Cleaner instead.
Why Dishwashing Tablets don’t remove tannins
Tea stains are caused by tannins, which can cling strongly to ceramic and porcelain surfaces over time.
Dishwashing Tablets are excellent for everyday food residue and grease, but they are not specifically designed to break down tannin staining, so results are usually limited.
What we recommend instead
For tea-stained mugs, we recommend Universal Cleaner.
- Apply Universal Cleaner directly to the stained area
- Wipe or gently scrub
- Rinse thoroughly with water
Wash before consuming
After cleaning, wash the mug thoroughly (as you normally would) before using it for drinking.