Do these racks need to be treated before use?
193569
No treatment needed ... at least, we did not treat it and it has not stained.
582290
After about three years, I had multiple rust spots on mine. They were all small, but I didn't mistreat the rack and never had it in storage; I'm not sure why my experience was different from that of everyone else here. On the plus side, the rack was incredibly sturdy and useful, so I wasn't too troubled by the patches of rust.
254302
I never used them on my oven racks but I have used them on a bbq grill. I loved how well the grill was cleaned. They do crumble when you use them so be prepared to clean off the dust that they create.
207517
The foot packs are well padded but I would certainly clean the surface where they are mounted. There is no problem of denting. The roof is designed to accept these racks and a torque wrench is supplied to insure against over tightening. There is always a possibility of scratching while putting the rack on, but I have not had a problem.
1212706
Not in my experience. Very gentle to the knives. If anything, the rack will get scratched instead. But, it adds a nice bit of character to the natural wood.
547938
There are two possibilities: 1) try filing rough spots between brackets on the rack holder with a metal file 2) turn the rack upside down or reverse the two sides--not great solutions, but at least it is usable!
995469
When I wash mine, I put them on a "bottle tree". I don't have any problems them then. You may have some condensation, but the rack lets it run out. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0064OE1OC/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1409853741&sr;=8-1
857455
No problems on mine, and I do leave them soaking overnight on occasion. Thanks to Bartenders Friend the set still looks new.
1299062
I have 2 bikes with cables running under the frame. There is couple of dents specially made for those type of bikes. I have been on very long trips and have been using the racks for 2years and I never damage the cables.
2080723
Yes. I would suggest that the rack is covered with foil just in case of over-flow.
1938075
I have used mine probably 30x. I use a nylon sponge and then put in the dishwasher. No loss of finish and the rack does not scratch. I do line mine with foil sometimes.
1491220
Pressure treated wood should be treated throughout. I would not treat it again. Is there more to your situation that you are not telling us?
616218
not sure. I did not have this problem maybe put them lower in oven. The rack in my oven stays at a lower level all the time so maybe it was too close to heat. Hope you work it out I have really enjoyed my set.
859706
We did not have this problem. The rack is very sturdy and no glue was needed.
910896
Have not used the rack yet, just the pan. Pan cleaned up nicely. Believe the rack is stainless steel, but don't quote me on that.LOL
109595
I spray it with cooking spray before each use and wash it with dishsoap and water afterwards, let it air dry in the rack and it looks as new as when I bought it. No rust problems.
41973
Follow the directions and hand wash. The chemicals in the dishwasher soap would probably harm the metal in both the lids and rack.