Care Instructions
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Copyright 2008 Pocket Amphoras All Rights Reserved
1. To ensure a long life with a good seal, use a rocking motion to remove and replace
the amphora cap on the vial. Pushing the cap straight down or pulling it straight off
creates too much stress on the glass vial. Always use a slight angle when inserting or
removing the cap. Both cap and cork seal the liquids in securely unless carried in a
location that is subjected to extreme jostling or tumbling; in which case the caps could
be worked loose leading to an oil spill.
2. Don't overfill the vial with oil. Leave room for the cap or cork to be inserted tightly.
3. Wipe oil spills from the amphora with a dry cloth or dry paper towel. Do not use water
to clean the wood surface or use an abrasive. It will mar the finish.
4. To freshen the wood's finish, use a clear paste wax or shoe polish and give it another
protective coat or two. Follow manufacturer's instructions which usually will be to apply a
film of wax, allow to dry (a few minutes) and buff with a soft cloth. Scratches and gouges
are permanent and can only be sanded out and the piece entirely refinished.
5. Clean the interior of the glass vial with cotton swabs, both dry and dipped in hot
water. Clean the plastic cap the same way. Should you drop the amphora on a hard
surface, the amphora may survive with only a scratch or a nick, but the glass vial may
crack from the sharp blow. In such a case, the broken glass pieces will need to be
picked out of the interior and a new one inserted. Please contact us in this situation for a
replacement vial.
6. Avoid using full strength essential oils in the amphora so as not to permanently
perfume the wood from spills. We recommend diluting powerful essential oils with olive
oil. A drop or 2 in an ounce of olive oil can be kept in a separate container for refilling the
amphora. This will also be less overpowering when anointing away from home.
7. Wash your suede cloth pouch separately. It is not colorfast, so don't throw it in with
the laundry and dye your clothes. Wash it in the sink with warm soapy water and rinse.
Air dry to avoid shrinkage.
8. If the copper stand or other copper accents begin to darken and it is not a coloration
you want, use a liquid tarnish remover (not an abrasive cleanser) to brighten the copper,
using care to prevent contact with the wood surface. When cleaning the copper stand,
make sure all residue of the tarnish remover is completely wiped off before placing the
amphora back in the stand. Any left over tarnish remover will mar the wood finish it
touches. You may like the aged copper appearance, so cleaning is not a necessity. The
coil can be reshaped if it should get bent or stepped on.
9. Keep out of reach of children. Guard against them drinking the oil or swallowing the
cap or cork. The copper coil has sharp ends that can cut and gouge eyes and tender
skin, so do not allow it to be played with.
10. Be sensitive to the surfaces you anoint. Do not make permanent oil stains on
porous surfaces that cannot be wiped off. Be alert when anointing in a public or work
area and do not damage others' property with a misdirected application of oil. Use
wisdom when anointing the sick in a hospital setting where sterility is required. Do not
douse the patient or get oil all over their bed clothes. When anointing is symbolic, you
may need to symbolically anoint where actual contact with olive and fragrant oils is not
practical. Hospitals may not appreciate your knowledge of the healing properties of
various essential oils. Check with the staff first before releasing a strong fragrance.
the amphora cap on the vial. Pushing the cap straight down or pulling it straight off
creates too much stress on the glass vial. Always use a slight angle when inserting or
removing the cap. Both cap and cork seal the liquids in securely unless carried in a
location that is subjected to extreme jostling or tumbling; in which case the caps could
be worked loose leading to an oil spill.
2. Don't overfill the vial with oil. Leave room for the cap or cork to be inserted tightly.
3. Wipe oil spills from the amphora with a dry cloth or dry paper towel. Do not use water
to clean the wood surface or use an abrasive. It will mar the finish.
4. To freshen the wood's finish, use a clear paste wax or shoe polish and give it another
protective coat or two. Follow manufacturer's instructions which usually will be to apply a
film of wax, allow to dry (a few minutes) and buff with a soft cloth. Scratches and gouges
are permanent and can only be sanded out and the piece entirely refinished.
5. Clean the interior of the glass vial with cotton swabs, both dry and dipped in hot
water. Clean the plastic cap the same way. Should you drop the amphora on a hard
surface, the amphora may survive with only a scratch or a nick, but the glass vial may
crack from the sharp blow. In such a case, the broken glass pieces will need to be
picked out of the interior and a new one inserted. Please contact us in this situation for a
replacement vial.
6. Avoid using full strength essential oils in the amphora so as not to permanently
perfume the wood from spills. We recommend diluting powerful essential oils with olive
oil. A drop or 2 in an ounce of olive oil can be kept in a separate container for refilling the
amphora. This will also be less overpowering when anointing away from home.
7. Wash your suede cloth pouch separately. It is not colorfast, so don't throw it in with
the laundry and dye your clothes. Wash it in the sink with warm soapy water and rinse.
Air dry to avoid shrinkage.
8. If the copper stand or other copper accents begin to darken and it is not a coloration
you want, use a liquid tarnish remover (not an abrasive cleanser) to brighten the copper,
using care to prevent contact with the wood surface. When cleaning the copper stand,
make sure all residue of the tarnish remover is completely wiped off before placing the
amphora back in the stand. Any left over tarnish remover will mar the wood finish it
touches. You may like the aged copper appearance, so cleaning is not a necessity. The
coil can be reshaped if it should get bent or stepped on.
9. Keep out of reach of children. Guard against them drinking the oil or swallowing the
cap or cork. The copper coil has sharp ends that can cut and gouge eyes and tender
skin, so do not allow it to be played with.
10. Be sensitive to the surfaces you anoint. Do not make permanent oil stains on
porous surfaces that cannot be wiped off. Be alert when anointing in a public or work
area and do not damage others' property with a misdirected application of oil. Use
wisdom when anointing the sick in a hospital setting where sterility is required. Do not
douse the patient or get oil all over their bed clothes. When anointing is symbolic, you
may need to symbolically anoint where actual contact with olive and fragrant oils is not
practical. Hospitals may not appreciate your knowledge of the healing properties of
various essential oils. Check with the staff first before releasing a strong fragrance.
Cup Care
1. Hand wash in warm soapy water and wipe dry immediately to avoid water spotting.
2. Never put in the dishwasher. The high heat and temperature fluctuations will crack
the wood.
3. When thoroughly dry, rub salad oil over all surfaces to keep the wood supple and to
prevent drying and cracking. Wipe off excess oil with a paper towel. If using and
washing on a daily basis, a daily oiling is not necessary. Oily surfaces will attract dust,
so wipe off again before using.
4. Be aware that when using certain kitchen cleaners and disinfectants, the wood
can be discolored by the chemicals. This will definitely give your cup a 'well-used' and
hopefully an 'archaeological dig' appearance rather than a new and decorative one.
5. If sharing and passing the cup around for communion, we recommend using
colloidal silver to wipe the rim after it's washed and dried. Allow to dry thoroughly before
rejuvenating with oil.
6. Our cups have been finished with food safe walnut oil and a coat of walnut wax. Over
time these finishes will wear off, but when new they may trigger a reaction if one is
allergic or sensitive to nut products. Make sure the cups have been used, cleaned and
rejuvenated with salad oil a few times before allowing someone with a nut allergy to
share the cup.
7. Whatever products or wood enhancers you choose to use, make sure they are food
safe and will leave no toxic residue behind. Avoid using furniture products and waxes
as these are not compatible with consuming food or drink. If your cup is to be used for
decorative purposes only, feel free to use whatever surface treatments you desire,
including clear lacquer for a high gloss look.
2. Never put in the dishwasher. The high heat and temperature fluctuations will crack
the wood.
3. When thoroughly dry, rub salad oil over all surfaces to keep the wood supple and to
prevent drying and cracking. Wipe off excess oil with a paper towel. If using and
washing on a daily basis, a daily oiling is not necessary. Oily surfaces will attract dust,
so wipe off again before using.
4. Be aware that when using certain kitchen cleaners and disinfectants, the wood
can be discolored by the chemicals. This will definitely give your cup a 'well-used' and
hopefully an 'archaeological dig' appearance rather than a new and decorative one.
5. If sharing and passing the cup around for communion, we recommend using
colloidal silver to wipe the rim after it's washed and dried. Allow to dry thoroughly before
rejuvenating with oil.
6. Our cups have been finished with food safe walnut oil and a coat of walnut wax. Over
time these finishes will wear off, but when new they may trigger a reaction if one is
allergic or sensitive to nut products. Make sure the cups have been used, cleaned and
rejuvenated with salad oil a few times before allowing someone with a nut allergy to
share the cup.
7. Whatever products or wood enhancers you choose to use, make sure they are food
safe and will leave no toxic residue behind. Avoid using furniture products and waxes
as these are not compatible with consuming food or drink. If your cup is to be used for
decorative purposes only, feel free to use whatever surface treatments you desire,
including clear lacquer for a high gloss look.