what is the grill surface made of. is it teflon coating & aluminum underneath?
786523
On the Target website it states plastic and aluminum. I love mine.It heats up high enough to really grill things.I have owned a number of grills ,but to me ,this is the best one.Super easy to clean.Great investment.
468841
I have used my grill at least once a week or more for the past few years and have not noticed any visible degradation of the Teflon surface. Remember, this is a low cost small grill without the features of larger more expensive units but I think that it gives the most bang for the buck for those who are preparing small meals. Why get a large unit if all you are going to do is grill one chicken breast or one burger, etc.? Cleaning really is simple so long as you clean the unit right away before the grease hardens and bakes on. Simply rub downward along the ridges with a wadded paper towel and then with a damp to wet paper towel and the unit is clean and ready for its next use. I have used my grill at least once a week or more for the past few years and have not noticed any visible degradation of the Teflon surface. Remember, this is a low cost small grill without the features of larger more expensive units but I think that it gives the most bang for the buck for those who are preparing small meals. Why get a large unit if all you are going to do is grill one chicken breast or one burger, etc.? Cleaning really is simple so long as you clean the unit right away before the grease hardens and bakes on. Simply rub downward along the ridges with a wadded paper towel... » Read More I have used my grill at least once a week or more for the past few years and have not noticed any visible degradation of the Teflon surface. Remember, this is a low cost small grill without the features of larger more expensive units but I think that it gives the most bang for the buck for those who are preparing small meals. Why get a large unit if all you are going to do is grill one chicken breast or one burger, etc.? Cleaning really is simple so long as you clean the unit right away before the grease hardens and bakes on. Simply rub downward along the ridges with a wadded paper towel and then with a damp to wet paper towel and the unit is clean and ready for its next use. « Show Less
391245
Not so much a coating, but a non stick surface... not like teflon junk. I have had mine almost a year, only have to lightly oil the pan before first crepe and they never stick! I cook a lot and I love this pan!
1066786
Sorry. I don't know; I sought it several years ago and I don't remember if the grill contains Teflon. I am sure the specs should describe details about containing materials, though.
1877823
They are not coated with teflon, they are merely coated with vegetable oil. After each use, I oil a cloth or brush with vegetable oil and put it on the grates to keep the grill from rusting. I love the grill grats, use them all of the time.
1572752
It is coated with, I guess, a porcelain finish. True, I do not get everything off-even with scrubbing, but, the worse mess comes off after I let it soak awhile in soapy water. I do not wash it after every use---often use a grill brush to scrap it off when it is hot. I will add here that the grill gets unusually hot and is great to sear a steak and still have it rare in the middle. I really like this grill! Thanx for reminding me-------I forgot to bring it in to soap in the sink when I last used it--will go do that right now.
2205330
The aluminum base is on the outside of the cookware and therefore the aluminum rests on the heating surface. The cooking side, where the food will be cooked, is the stainless steel. We have been very pleased with the cookware but learned not to cook on a "high" setting. Keep a container of "Barkeepers Friend" on hand as it seems this with a touch of warm water is about the only way it cleans up. But it does clean up and looks as new as when we took it out the box. Hope this helps.
1972654
The surface is a light weight metal, and is "non-stick", but I can't tell if it is Teflon or not. It doesn't look like it to me, but it is the same color as the teflon pans.
2103127
Sorry, I can't tell. It is coated like teflon. This is my second one and i use it everyday.
537445
Yes the grill plates are non stick but I don't recall reading if it was Teflon or something else. I didn't like the drip trays, they are not attached & manage to move around, also one developed cracks & leaked grease all over the place, I sent it back.
1374973
Asked my daughter, who I bought it for...she doesn't know. It is "nonstick" so I would guess aluminum non-stick coated. She said it cleans up great. Wish I could be more helpful.
1439751
From what I have researched about this product is the base is cast iron (NO aluminum) and the coating is ceramic (NOT teflon). I purchased this for safety reasons just like it sounds like you may be. (Aluminum is linked to Alzheimers and the Teflon is a carcinogen.) Do have a little bit of a problem with sticking and they are quite heavy - but very well made and I will sacrifice a bit of sticking for keeping my health in tack! They seem to be rated overall as one of the safest from what I have read. Hope this helps!
2211180
Appears to be a teflon type coating. Not really sure. I would recommend asking the manufacturer.
2131841
Honestly, I have no idea. All I can say is that the use of aluminum, which is totally covered on the cooking surface, makes for a lighter pan and one that heats quite evenly. As to the presence of teflon or not, I cannot answer. I doubt this will be of much help, but I do like the pan and it has been workign well for mewhen I lightly coat it with oil NOT PAM TYPE SPRAY, before using it to cook mostly eggs or to sauté vegetables like onions, garlic and mushrooms to use in many dishes.
2247016
Teflon coated. Have not used this set. Bought as a back up for emergency kits.
1442205
The grill plates must be made out of aluminum but coated with toxic Teflon. I'm on my second and last one, the first one rusted away but to be fair, I used it oudoors. The second and last is falling apart and needs to be polish as the outer covering is made out of some cheap metal and rusts. I don't buy cooking equipment at retail stores but instead I buy my equipment at a restaurant supply house.
2049359
I've had mine for a year and the paint has stayed pretty well in-tact. It's an awesome grill, perfect to cook over a fire with. We usually cook on aluminum foil to keep the grill a little cleaner.