how is this better than just heavy duty tin foil?
2015826
Nothing sticks and all you do is wash the mat in warm water (when it is cool). As a result your grill stays clean - it works great.
2015827
Non stick, washable, reusable..This week I cooked squash fritters and salmon crocettes...no sticking...great buy!
2015828
Its better because it is reusable, it doesn't turn black and potentially add unwanted flavor to your food. Roll it up and go.
2015829
Your food can not fall through lime it would with foil. If you use alumni fool it is not as sturdy. I love the mat and it is so easy to clean. I cook a lot of different seafood and vegetables sine I have been cooking with it. I have even made sliced baguettes with goat cheese on strawberries on top. Yummy.
2015830
It is handier, puncture proof and so easy to clean up. I don't use "tin foil" for anything.
2015831
Couple of things... doesn't burn food... reusable... easy to clean... won't tear... easy to use a spatula without tearing as foil does. I use mine on every grilling occasion.
2015832
It doesn't burn, tear, it's washable/ reusable and I like how the food your grilling doesn't stick to it.
2015833
it doesn't get cracks or rips in it-washing is easy-like rinsing-nothing sticks
2136608
This is far, far better than any plastic one I have ever bought. I bought one 4 years ago for my last house. It has withstood hard use with children and a husband who just carelessly yank paper towels off this. I moved, started with a new plastic one because I didn't have stainless appliances to match anymore. Gave up on plastic again and counter ones just tip over all the time. I got this Prodyne. I've had it for a month and it works as good as the one I bought 4 years ago and seems just as well made as the old one. Occasionally the paper won't tear (perforations on the paper are the problem) but when you pull, the roll will stay on. Without hesitation I recommend this. It also fits the oversize rolls This is far, far better than any plastic one I have ever bought. I bought one 4 years ago for my last house. It has withstood hard use with children and a husband who just carelessly yank paper towels off this. I moved, started with a new plastic one because I didn't have stainless appliances to match anymore. Gave up on plastic again and counter ones just tip over all the time. I got this Prodyne. I've had it for a month and it works as good as the one I bought 4 years ago and seems just as well made as the old one. Occasionally the paper won't tear (perforations on the paper are the... » Read More This is far, far better than any plastic one I have ever bought. I bought one 4 years ago for my last house. It has withstood hard use with children and a husband who just carelessly yank paper towels off this. I moved, started with a new plastic one because I didn't have stainless appliances to match anymore. Gave up on plastic again and counter ones just tip over all the time. I got this Prodyne. I've had it for a month and it works as good as the one I bought 4 years ago and seems just as well made as the old one. Occasionally the paper won't tear (perforations on the paper are the problem) but when you pull, the roll will stay on. Without hesitation I recommend this. It also fits the oversize rolls « Show Less
493453
I've been told that there is better heat distribution with the thicker metal. Hope that helps :)
2120431
I'm not positive what goes into the science behind it, but the adhesive strength of book tape far outstrips most utility tapes. The fact that it's a more cloth-like material makes it ideal for patching hinged things, like a book. I use it for grip tape, often enough, and basically just have a small reserve on hand for crafts projects where the tape is going to need to be really strong. Masking tape is a paperlike material, it tears. Vinyl tape - i think that's electrical tape, right? - is going to stretch and tear, too. This will be like heavy-duty glueing a very thin layer of blue-jeans over something. I'm not positive what goes into the science behind it, but the adhesive strength of book tape far outstrips most utility tapes. The fact that it's a more cloth-like material makes it ideal for patching hinged things, like a book. I use it for grip tape, often enough, and basically just have a small reserve on hand for crafts projects where the tape is going to need to be really strong. Masking tape is a paperlike material, it tears. Vinyl tape - i think that's electrical tape, right? - is going to stretch and tear, too. This will be like heavy-duty glueing a very thin layer of blue-jeans... » Read More I'm not positive what goes into the science behind it, but the adhesive strength of book tape far outstrips most utility tapes. The fact that it's a more cloth-like material makes it ideal for patching hinged things, like a book. I use it for grip tape, often enough, and basically just have a small reserve on hand for crafts projects where the tape is going to need to be really strong. Masking tape is a paperlike material, it tears. Vinyl tape - i think that's electrical tape, right? - is going to stretch and tear, too. This will be like heavy-duty glueing a very thin layer of blue-jeans over something. « Show Less
1716940
It would probably damage the foil and be a messy cut. The foil can be easily cut with a razor knife.
1735611
Pretty good in my opinion. If it's to bad you can always use some foil as a wind break also
1299875
Pretty simple really.....the foil cover easily lifts off, and you can just blow it/brush it out.....imho this was the only good thing about it!!!!!
1769887
I can't answer this with great certainty but it appears to be teflon film. I don't see any sign of foil.
743948
It is a large tin which I expect would do LOTS of uses. I don't even melt much of it to use each time. No separate little bags, just one big tin. PS: I really like it--works great and leaves no skin irritation.
1808643
I have used a rubber band and wrapped with aluminum foil. The tops definitely arent secure enough!
1260967
It reflects a little better than a roll of tin foil, but not as well as say...chrome.
1916455
It is similar to film used on auto windows . It's thin about like aluminum foil.
820764
It is just like regular bubble wrap with heavy foil on both sides! I am just happy it has cut down on the noise. We've not had really hot weather so far this year so I'm waiting to see how well it insulates.Good Luck.JoAnn
831081
I purchased this and it is very good quality but thickerher than standard foil. What are you doing with it.
1261197
I am wondering the same thing. I thought it was perhaps because it might be UV resistant, but I see that the $19 stuff claims that.Another lady suggests that the $19 rolls are thinner material that tears more easily.Without having two rolls to compare, who knows?
2072728
Plain aluminum (kitchen) foil works well for this purpose. This product should work a little bit better as it will (slightly) reduce conductive heat loss as well.
56145
The cheaper one is build from sturdy plastic. May not be adequate for heavy jobs. I have both (received cheaper on as promo). And actually never used plastic one.