If you own any Le Creuset enameled cast iron, have you had problem with the enamel chipping?
862214
No, I haven't had any chipping problems. For normal wear and tear, Le Creuset carries a lifetime warranty.
862215
Yes, I have. I used a table fork to turn meat while browning, and that did leave little chips. Now I only use wooden spoons. So far, the chips have not enlarged and it's been a few years.
862216
I bought mine with a chip in the enamel from a reputable, discount home store a few years back. The chip is probably why it was at that store with a discount. I haven't noticed the chip getting any bigger, but I've also hardly used it and it mostly sits on the stove as decor.
303398
the long answer: the paint has chipped already. i use dobie sponges. idk if that's what's causing it. or if it's just an indication of the quality of the pots and pans. but for $60 bucks i can't complain. the short answer: i haven't tried it and i wouldn't recommend it.
1897588
I would *not* use this on Le Creuset enameled cast iron. For their enameled cast iron, Le Creuset recommends only soft scrubbers or brushes, and specifically not metallic scrubbers. http://www.lecreuset.com/care#ci-cleaningRecommendations for their stoneware can be found here: http://www.lecreuset.com/care#stnwr-cleaning
2239635
Yes, love my old cast iron cookware. It is just fine on ceramic top range! (One thing, never been anemic; wonder if that's anecdotal.)
21417
That's probably ok. I ended up ruining mine be repeatedly heating it without anything in it (I kept getting the burner knobs mixed up). Eventually the enamel coating popped off the iron core. So there is some temperature sensitivity in the enamel coating. Granted, I was stupid. I should have been more careful. :(
1768336
I have not had any chipping, however I have not owned them for very long. I love the knives, so I hope the paint does not chip
1933752
Yes. It is enameled cast iron, and I don't know why I waited so long to buy one. It works just great!
73753
Le Creuset cast iron is made in France, not China like a good number of other brands. Le Creuset invests heavily in the quality of the enamel coating and backs it with a lifetime warranty. The enamel is easy to clean and will last a very long time without chipping when properly cared for. Chef Corner Store
45106
I have had the Le Creuset Enameled pan for over a year and I use it all the time. I clean it by using Bar Keeps Friend and a Mr Clean eraser. That combination seems to really work for me. I use my pan at least one a week.
2233340
I would say the finish is consistent is consistent with the rest of their offerings. So, yes, too rough...but what can you do...it comes from their surfaces no longer being machined. I wish I could find a set of cast Iron that was machined these days, but no such luck so I make do with the inferior product they do offer. I don't feel like I have much choice.
44201
I have had several pieces of LC for a few years now...like three years. I take care not to knock them around the kitchen, wash them carefully in the sink, etc, and have not had any trouble with chipping. Also, LC has a great warranty against manufacturing defects.
2093472
I think it is easier to clean. You can use soap with the enameled but not with cast iron.
2098846
From what I understand:Le Creuset is an iron foundry in France. That is where they melt the iron and cast it into pots and pans. They do not do the enameling at their foundry facility.To enamel their products, they send their cast iron products to Thailand, and maybe China.So I guess it depends on what you mean by "manufactured".The imprint says France, because the imprint is made during the casting process, so technically it's correct.
2022184
I have the exact same problem Tina is reporting with flaking. Pan is brand new L4LP3. Never heated above 350 degrees F. After second use black flakes that look like paint chips come off and embed in the food. In addition, when I wipe the surfaces of the pot, black flakes come off. This cannot be seasoning. This looks like paint chips. Can someone help me understand this? Internet is loaded with reports of similar flaking on cast iron products. If this were the seasoning coming off, that should not be black?
275890
I would say that yes you could - in theory. I have noticed that the enamel (?) chips off pretty easily. I think the grill might really annoy it. Hunt around and find an old NON-LODGE deep skillet with lid in just plain cast iron and you'' never have that problem. I hate the Lodge finish.
1552717
Have not had a problem with any La Rochere product - not cracking, no chipping. I love mine!
1809680
I didn't keep the warranty information, but Le Creuset claims that its "forged hard-anodized pans deliver non-stick performance with a seamless reinforced coating that will never chip or flake." I'm happy with the product so far and we've had it for about 2 years. Just follow the care instructions and you should get many years of use out of it. We had gone through several other pans and realized that we needed to reserve one pan specifically for eggs so that it does not get gunky from sautes and meats. I did a little research, and found customer satisfaction highest with Le Creuset non-stick pans. We have other Le Creuset bakeware and cast-iron cookware, so we trusted this brand for durability and opted to spend a little more money on their small non-stick pan for omelets. Hope this helps!