How much scratching should I expect? I've used two of these pans twice and already the bottoms are marred with scratches from my cast iron gas stove grates, and the inner surface has tiny, mild scratches from a NO-SCRATCH sponge and Bar Keepers Friend....
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Are you cooking with metal spoons? These pots have not scratched until my mother cooked in them for TXGIVING and used a metal spoon. Otherwise they show no signs of wear.
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I don't know but this and other cast iron skillets are heavy. If dragged across a glass cooktop I would imagine it could leave scratches.
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We have not had any problem with scratching. We use the pan for lasagna and use a knife to cut lasagna in pan and have had no problems. The finish has kept the shine.
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I have not noticed this issue at all. We have had our sink for three years, and although it no longer looks brand new, I don't notice any big scratches. This may partly be because we always leave the grates (that came with the sink) in place on the bottom, and I am sure they help prevent scratches since nothing really touches the bottom of the sink.
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It has a non stick coating and yes it will scratch, but this is the only down fall, we love it and use it every day, almost never use the gas stove any more
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Hi IZZY, I used this stove black on an indoor cast iron wood stove, and an outdoor chimenea. In both cases, the stoves looked great, and the paste is simple to apply....reminded me of shoe polish. It's much easier (and no fumes) than the high heat paints I used previously. The chimenea lasted a few months before the rust spots started to show through, but I was impressed it lasted that long. Be aware that this has a very dull matte black finish, no shine at all. As far as scratch coverage, I guess it covered them, but my cast iron pieces had a rough finish so I didn't really notice. I am happy with the results, and the price was right. Hope this helped, daun
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I have not noticed any scratching on th interior or exterior on any of my pots or pans. I have also used metal utensils, and a fork on them. I was wary of this too, but made the decision to buy as most of the negative reviews said external scratching. The only thing I won't use on them is a scouring pad, metal wool etc and you will notice if you get them that you really don't need to use that stuff.
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I'm going to suggest a no. On the underside it sits on a corrugated ring, which actually works perfectly to keep it in place on my gas stove burner grates and for me it works beautifully. But I have to think that each point of the corrugation would possibly scratch a glass stove top. More so than the bottom of the cast iron pan would. I am a member of a Facebook group called Cast Iron Cooking. Many folks on there use cast iron on their glass top stoves successfully. You just have to be careful not to slide the pan (scratches) or drop it (heavy and could break the glass). But in my estimation this diffuser is just not designed for a glass top. I'm going to suggest a no. On the underside it sits on a corrugated ring, which actually works perfectly to keep it in place on my gas stove burner grates and for me it works beautifully. But I have to think that each point of the corrugation would possibly scratch a glass stove top. More so than the bottom of the cast iron pan would. I am a member of a Facebook group called Cast Iron Cooking. Many folks on there use cast iron on their glass top stoves successfully. You just have to be careful not to slide the pan (scratches) or drop it (heavy and could break the glass). But in my... » Read More I'm going to suggest a no. On the underside it sits on a corrugated ring, which actually works perfectly to keep it in place on my gas stove burner grates and for me it works beautifully. But I have to think that each point of the corrugation would possibly scratch a glass stove top. More so than the bottom of the cast iron pan would. I am a member of a Facebook group called Cast Iron Cooking. Many folks on there use cast iron on their glass top stoves successfully. You just have to be careful not to slide the pan (scratches) or drop it (heavy and could break the glass). But in my estimation this diffuser is just not designed for a glass top. « Show Less
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I think using any cast iron may scratch a glass-top stove. I would check with the maker of the stove for sure
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I'm thinking about ordering this cookware. I read one review saying that it scratched the cooktop. Has anyone else had this happen?
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I have been using this pan for 3 months now with no real issues. A few things to remember when using cast iron on ceramic and glass top stoves.1. When purchasing cast iron for use on ceramic and glass top stoves inspect that the bottom is flat and free from burs or sharp parts as they may scratch the stove top2. Avoid dragging the pan around as they could scratch the top. I don't follow this rule and haven't noticed any, but i don't baby my stoves 3. Don't put a very hot cast iron pan directly on a cold ceramic or glass top stove, could crack stove top or pan, use a heatproof trivet4. Don't put a cold cast iron pan on a hot burner, again could crack either. Put the cast iron pan on before turning the burner on I have been using this pan for 3 months now with no real issues. A few things to remember when using cast iron on ceramic and glass top stoves.1. When purchasing cast iron for use on ceramic and glass top stoves inspect that the bottom is flat and free from burs or sharp parts as they may scratch the stove top2. Avoid dragging the pan around as they could scratch the top. I don't follow this rule and haven't noticed any, but i don't baby my stoves 3. Don't put a very hot cast iron pan directly on a cold ceramic or glass top stove, could crack stove top or pan, use a... » Read More I have been using this pan for 3 months now with no real issues. A few things to remember when using cast iron on ceramic and glass top stoves.1. When purchasing cast iron for use on ceramic and glass top stoves inspect that the bottom is flat and free from burs or sharp parts as they may scratch the stove top2. Avoid dragging the pan around as they could scratch the top. I don't follow this rule and haven't noticed any, but i don't baby my stoves 3. Don't put a very hot cast iron pan directly on a cold ceramic or glass top stove, could crack stove top or pan, use a heatproof trivet4. Don't put a cold cast iron pan on a hot burner, again could crack either. Put the cast iron pan on before turning the burner on « Show Less
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Since I have a stainless steel surface I can't say about other surfaces but I can't see how it could scratch any surface because it is light as a feather. I have two now. I had one I bought years ago and bought one for myself lately and also bought two as gifts. Go ahead and buy it, you will love it.
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I've had mine for about two months and I don't have any scratches on any of them with my husband, my sitter and me using them. We are careful not to use any metal utensils on them and wash with cloth, sponge or fabric-based scour pad if needed (and it rarely is) both inside and out. I gave away nearly $600 worth of All-Clad cookware after getting this set and I couldn't be happier. It's so worth the extra effort to keep it looking nice.
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I remember on the label it said to just send it in to them and they'd replace it. Mine is still PERFECT and I use it ALL the time, about every day, but some times more often than that. I love this pan. I use bamboo in mine, and it has not scratched at all, it's still as nonstick and smooth as when I got it.
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The blade is recessed so that would not scratch a smooth surface. However, the outer metal circle does vibrate a bit and sounds like it is scratching the pot while it is on, if I let it hit the bottom of the pot. It's not necessary to touch the bottom of the pot and I've used it on non-stick surfaces and haven't had a problem, but haven't inspected closely.
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Why would you think this pan would damage your cooktop any more than any other flat bottomed pan? Although, I have a gas cooktop. I have had this pan for several months and use it all the time without any problems.
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Are you cooking with metal spoons? These pots have not scratched until my mother cooked in them for TXGIVING and used a metal spoon.Otherwise they show no signs of wear.