Can this pan accomodate large, heavy pots that weight 100+ lbs without cracking? First I want to thank everyone who responded to my question about the material from which this pan is made. Now I understand that it's heavy-duty plastic, 17" across at...
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I kept a large hibiscus plant, huge ceramic pot and this held up fine. I would safely say mine is at least 100 pounds. Are you trying to move the plant frequently or keeping it in one place? I could see if you move it a lot, eventually it would crack, but I kept mine stationary throughout winter, moved it in the spring, and had absolutely no issues. Hope this was of some help!
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I have about 3 pots and pans hanging from mine, with the lids on top. More than enough strength for that. As for a certain weight restriction, Im not sure. Depending on how you fasten it to the wall would probably determine that. I used the sheetrock hooks that go in and spread out behind the wall and tighten up. The alternative would be to find a stud and that would provide the most strength. Just using the sheetrock though for me has been fine. the wood that the shelf consists of is very strong andi would guess could hold up to 30 pounds easily.
71262
i personally think it would be too heavy. I did a BBQ and was glad to use the pans the bbq place gave me. They were thicker. But you can buy a better tray to use with this set. I am still glad I bought the set.
471201
I don't think the pan is heavy enough construction to have high heat applied directly to bottom. Would expect some warping. Recommend against use for cooking. Might want to consider a heavy stainless steel or aluminum stock pot type of container.
739421
I find it to be quite sturdy. It is at least as thick as my conventional pans. My 8 pound male cat likes to perch with his toes curled around the rim, on ALL of my cat pans. (You can't imagine what this looks like.) It supports his weight without buckling or moving at all. I would recommend it highly!
1480994
It is great! It's a very heavy pan, sometimes I wish it wasn't quite so heavy because full I have a problem carrying it. I have used it for everything!
1593805
I bought 2 of these pans a couple of months ago and so far I love them!!! They have not warped and the heat distribution is great!!! They are very heavy duty pans and the handle has lots of rubber coating. I would highly recommend this pan. Hope this was useful
1991318
I have the 12-inch, and it isn't as heavy as an All-Clad, so that leaves it as a medium-weight, relative to other pans. Of significance though, is the handle, which by its design, makes this a well-balanced pan, so in any size, the pan wouldn't "feel" heavy.
1302675
Yes! I am pretty sure that this can hold very large, or very heavy pots. It is VERY sturdy. I am confident that cookware size wouldn't be an issue with this awesome stove :)
219881
I purchase two pans. I was very surprised how sturdy they were. I've used them several times & they have not warped. Money well spent!
1302674
The stove is extremely sturdy with the cross members in place on top. As long a you have the weight distributed evenly I would say your options are pretty open as to the pot or pan you may use.
2191589
These pans are very well made. I do not use them as heavily as you will be, but I think that, compared to other pans I have used, I would trust these to hold up to heavy use. other pans feel much more flimsy than these. Hope this helps!
211028
I don't know exactly but our pots weigh a lot. My main concern is the plastic rollers. We have to move ours during the summer and they are ready to break. If you don't need to move, they should hold a very heavy pot, no problem
105535
Absolutely, it's very sturdy. I just piled 3 lbs of cookware on it and it didn't bend at all. Happy baking.
630826
I think it holds up to 300lbs. It depends on size of pots to how much you can fit.
1726533
The cat pan is remarkably heavy. I use a stainless steel shovel and have no threat of damage to the plastic.
826906
We have older Faberware pots too. I bought this one for my son who has used it a lot and he has not complained - and he would have had it not been thick enough for even cooking. He uses it to make large meat sauces and soups. He's an engineer and is very fussy about his materials, but I can't say how thick it is. Hope this helps.