CHAPTER X 

 CAEE OF UTENSILS 



What kind of utensils to use. Tinware is un- 

 doubtedly the most satisfactory material for 

 dairy utensils. Wooden vessels are very objec- 

 tionable, because the pores of the wood absorb 

 the milk and soon become clogged with impur- 

 ities. In purchasing vessels only those that are 

 durable and well covered with tin should be 

 selected. The corners should be flushed with 

 solder so that the milk will not find hiding places, 

 thus affording an opportunity for the growth of 

 germs. All utensils should be washed with a 

 brush, as a brush is far more sanitary than a 

 dish cloth, which will soon become insanitary in 

 spite of the efforts made to keep it clean. Greasy 

 soap powders should be avoided. There are 

 many kinds of soap powder on the market that 

 will dissolve dirt and grease and still remain 

 sanitary. If nothing better can be obtained 

 either sal soda or borax may be used. One of 

 the best purifying agencies that the dairyman 

 has is the sunlight. After the vessels are washed 

 they should be exposed to the sunshine and air, 



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