How to Clean and Season a PEUGEOT Nancy Salt Mill

By Cutipol: The Shape of Tomorrow’s Cuisine | Official Store | Published: 2026-10-14

Category: Tips & Care

Keep your PEUGEOT Nancy salt mill grinding smoothly with a simple cleaning and seasoning routine, plus fixes for the most common salt mill problems.

Quick answer

Clean your PEUGEOT Nancy salt mill by wiping the acrylic body with a soft, slightly damp cloth and never putting it in water or the dishwasher. Season it by filling it with dry coarse salt and grinding a tablespoon or two through at the coarsest setting, then set the top adjustment knob back to your preferred grind. For routine care, empty and refill it with fresh dry salt every few months, and keep the grinding mechanism away from moisture.

Why salt mills need different care than pepper mills

Salt is hygroscopic, meaning it pulls moisture from the air. In a humid kitchen, that moisture can make salt clump inside the mill and around the grinding mechanism, which is why a salt mill needs periodic emptying and drying rather than just a wipe-down. The PEUGEOT Nancy is built around an acrylic body with a top-mounted adjustment knob, so the outside is easy to keep clean, but the inside still needs dry salt and occasional attention.

Unlike a pepper mill, you should not add rice, salt substitutes, or wet flavored salts to a salt mill. Those additions can jam the mechanism or introduce moisture that accelerates corrosion. Stick to dry, coarse sea salt or rock salt within the size range the mill is designed for, and the mechanism will reward you with consistent output.

How to adjust the Nancy grind without damaging it

The adjustment knob sits on top of the mill. Turn it clockwise for a finer grind and counterclockwise for coarser salt. Make small quarter-turn adjustments while the mill is upright, then grind a little salt to test. Forcing the knob past its natural stopping point or adjusting it while the mill is upside down puts unnecessary strain on the mechanism.

If the knob feels stiff or the grind suddenly becomes inconsistent, stop adjusting and check for clumped salt first. Empty the mill, wipe the mechanism area with a dry cloth, and refill with fresh dry salt before trying again.

Step-by-step salt mill care

Empty the mill completely: Unscrew or lift the top section and pour out all remaining salt into a bowl. Do not tap the mill hard against the counter to dislodge salt, because that can shift the mechanism. Checkpoint: if the salt is damp or clumped, discard it rather than putting it back in.
Wipe, never soak: Wipe the acrylic body and the outside of the mechanism with a soft, slightly damp cloth, then dry immediately with a lint-free towel. Never run the mill under water or place it in a dishwasher. Common mistake: soaking the mill to remove sticky salt residue, which traps moisture inside the grinding mechanism.
Dry the inside thoroughly: Leave the empty mill open on a dry counter for an hour or two so any residual moisture can evaporate. Avoid leaving it near a steaming kettle, dishwasher, or sink. Checkpoint: the inside should feel completely dry before you add new salt.
Season with fresh coarse salt: Fill the mill about three-quarters full with dry coarse salt. Set the adjustment knob to the coarsest setting and grind one to two tablespoons through to clear any old residue and coat the mechanism. Common mistake: overfilling, which can make the knob harder to turn and compress the salt.
Reset to your everyday grind: Turn the top knob back to your preferred setting, grinding a small amount after each quarter-turn to confirm the texture. Store the mill upright, away from direct steam. Next step: repeat the empty-and-dry routine every few months, or sooner in humid weather.

Product facts

PEUGEOT Nancy - Salt mill: The PEUGEOT Nancy 18 cm salt mill has a transparent acrylic body and a top-mounted adjustment knob for precise grinding from fine to coarse. You can see the salt level without opening the mill, and the top knob makes grind changes easy, but the acrylic body means you should clean it with a cloth rather than soaking it.
CUTIPOL Goa Specials - Butter knife marble black horn: The CUTIPOL Goa Specials butter knife in marble black horn has a functional form designed for spreading. A dedicated butter knife keeps salt and butter separate at the table, so you are not dipping a wet or salty utensil into the salt mill.