Is staining of new ceramic glass a concern

[Baroque]

I bought a Flowermate mini and it came with some yellow / brown stains in the chamber before use

http://imgur.com/a/O747w

I know with time and use, the color of white ceramic changes, but does anyone with knowledge of this material and know if this initial discoloration is something I should worry about?

 

[momofthegoons]

Are you saying you haven't used this yet? Because it clearly has some herb around the chamber.

If you have used it, it is normal for the ceramic to start discoloring. It is a porous material and will discolor unevenly at first. Eventually, the entire chamber will be a dark brown.

 

[Baroque]

Are you saying you haven't used this yet? Because it clearly has some herb around the chamber.

If you have used it, it is normal for the ceramic to start discoloring. It is a porous material and will discolor unevenly at first. Eventually, the entire chamber will be a dark brown.

I've used it, the discoloration pictured existed when the chamber was just unboxed. Would it be normal for this uneven discoloration to exist prior to use? Thanks!

 

[momofthegoons]

I don't know if I'd say it's 'normal,' but I also don't know that it's something to worry about. Did you do an initial burn off of the unit prior to use? Do you smell or taste anything odd?

 

[macbill]

The manufacturer probably tested the unit prior to boxing. Personally, I wouldn't worry.

 

[Baroque]

The manufacturer probably tested the unit prior to boxing. Personally, I wouldn't worry.

There was a "QA passed" sticker on the side

I don't know if I'd say it's 'normal,' but I also don't know that it's something to worry about. Did you do an initial burn off of the unit prior to use? Do you smell or taste anything odd?

I ran it on the highest for around 10 minutes. No unusual smell during the initial burn and no unusual taste or smell after.

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[momofthegoons]

Then I think you have nothing to worry about. Enjoy your vape.