I posted a similar thread a week or two ago. I gave a Bester 1200 a soak in a 25% vinegar solution and checked on it regularly. It soaked over night and most of the mold was gone though there was some minor discoloration left. I rinsed it, then soaked it overnight in water before using it on...
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I must have put my Bester 1200 back into its box before it was ready to go and ended up with some mildew in the box and on the stone.
1. Is it a big deal?
2. How should I remedy this if it is a big deal?
3. Other stones in the lineup seem to be mildew free but they are...