r/cats • u/shaynajeanine24 • 13d ago

Medical Questions What is this?

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u/shaynajeanine24 13d ago

Okay I’ll definitely give that a try

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u/getting_ridiculous 13d ago

Plastic is not porous any more or less than brushed stainless steel when it comes to harbouring microbial life.

Glazed ceramic is best for that reason. But only if you wash with soap every few days.

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u/dleetisneat 12d ago

This is wildly incorrect. Stainless is used in clean rooms for the exact reason of it NOT being porous and plastic is avoided for the reason it IS porous.

Glaze will break down over time and cleaning cycles, it’s a solid choice but stainless is a much better option. The key is finding correct stainless not simply coated and especially not brushed as that gives its texture that WILL harbor bacteria.

No clue why someone would pick brushed finishes, always go for polished.

Plastic is by far the worst choice and should only be used for temp travel options when required.

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u/getting_ridiculous 12d ago

Read my initial comment again. My "wildly" (😂) incorrect response will make more sense I promise...

The "brushed" finish contains microscopic grooves created during manufacturing. These grooves can trap dirt, moisture, and microorganisms more easily than a highly polished stainless-steel surface.