I'm using it for a kitchen table... will putting plates, forks, glasses and KIDS cause scratches that I will not be able to get out and over time?
822953
Yes it does scratch, but not easily. The only way that I would know how to fix would be to put another layer on top of the old.
370003
No, you should use non-stick utensils. You will scratch the surface with metal.
1527337
I think if you have been using any kind of cookware and haven't had any problems, this would not be an issue definitely. The cookware is kind of delicate and light and inside the non stick is ceramic. I don't believe you will have any problem as far as scratching your glasstop surface.
1272464
Don't use metal in the pan at all. That will prevent further scratches. I did the same thing.
1926820
Yes, you could, but you could possibly scratch it that way. It has a really nice finish and is a sturdy table but not sure it could take repeated pie dough rollings without causing a lot of scratching to the surface. I've only used ours for eating purposes so far and it cleans up beautifully.
2209206
NO, it will scratch....You need a plastic-type spatula good for non-stick surfaces with a high temperature rating.
1257890
If they are not being slid around they should not scratch. Be careful though they are really strong if you let it slam into the surface you would almost certainly get scratches.
1452622
There is a rim around the bottom that the dishes sit on which is not glazed and seems rough. I would not use these dishes on a surface that you would be concerned about getting scratched. I've been using this set on placemats only.
1586897
Hi Kimberly,This was a Christmas gift for my mother, so I bought it and shipped it to her clear across the country. I did, however, see it over the Christmas holidays and can tell you that she has very expensive granite countertops and had no problem whatsoever with the carousel scratching or doing any sort of damage whatsoever. Do not be scared of this purchase. Promise.
1962199
Our has withstood hours of pretend kitchen and tea party play and our 3 yr old is not gentle! I think it will hold well without scratching. We have had for a year and has no scratches yet.
916578
I don't know about that. I have placed things outside the ice holder and never had a scratch. I cannot say about this but I have no scratches.
1408278
Ernie, If you are concerned with whatever you are going to move will scratch the tiles, I see no reason why you cannot use them. However, they may not make moving any easier.
387661
I suppose you could... but i am thinking you will always get scratches on it if you cut something on it. It's pretty sturdy.
276675
It's possible it might scratch a wooden table if shifting around. But I have to say, this item was of such good quality and so nicely made it would be worth trying, and maybe placing a table runner or some sort of placemat under it, just to have it. I was very very pleased with this item, beyond imaginable.
573264
I suppose if you were determined to do so you could, but normal/average use with steak knives is fine. We have used steak knives with ours many times and so far no scratches.
32018
Yes, but not deeply. I noticed some scratches but, we don't use a lot of knives at the table. The scratches only appear when viewed in bright light. The dinnerwear is sturdy and we have not chipped any yet.
434314
Metal will scratch the non stick coating so be very careful! If you decide to invest in this set it would be best to also grab a set of wood, rubber, or other alternate utensils.