Is this made of steel or is it aluminum? Does it scratch easily?
2028664
I believe it is aluminum; definitely not stainless steel, but very durable. Idon't believe it scratches easily. I have two and they appear to be just fine.
2028665
It's outer shell is coated aluminum and can get scratched if not careful.The inside is also aluminum, but with a dull finish, it can be scratched also.
2028666
I don't know what it is made with, it feels like aluminum. I have used it 10 or 12 times this summer and there is no sign of a scratch. I usually use a metal spoon to serve up the ice cream.
2028667
It's outer shell is coated aluminum and can get scratched if not careful. The inside is also aluminum, but with a dull finish, it can be scratched also.
527534
No this is Aluminum, you can test this by using a magnet, if it is attracted to the magnet it would be steel.
52088
Its steel, not aluminum. The paint seems to be reasonable quality but I don't know if its powder coated paint or sone other kind.
1121571
I'm not willing to try to scratch it. My guess is, it's plastic. I'm very pleased with it.
1126086
Steel. I checked with a magnet - VERY strong attraction, therefore it is definitely not aluminum. (Whoever answers aluminum is likely judging by the weight. It's not as heavy as one might expect.)
28284
It is metal. I have not had a problem with scratching the pan because there is plenty of room to place the pan in the rack. I have mine in a verticle position in the cabinet vs how this picture is shown. Love it.
152866
I'm not sure whether aluminum or steel, but it is fairly sturdy. It stood up to very strong winds.
2035417
It is some form of metal. Possibly steel with Chrome plating. It has not yet worn off.
1030459
Think it is steel, too heavy to be aluminum - searched it over and nothing on it says. Whatever - it is well done.
1790592
its aluminum and so far seems pretty well made. I've only used it twice so far but I have no problems with it so far
1711027
It is lightweight, so I think it is aluminum -- steel would be much heavier. It hasn't rusted at all.
1913321
I'm not sure if it's aluminum or steel.. I can tell you that they're heavy, though. My problem is that the coating stained and peeled/scratched within a few days of use...
808565
Laura, I'm not sure whether or not it's made of steel, but, having used this for a few months now, I can definitively say that it is a SOLID product and way better than any of the cheaper ones I've had in the past. It's pricey, but well worth it.
1595631
It it made of Aluminum. I see it lasting for awhile it is pretty durable. Hope this helps.
1715312
It is metal and lightweight. So I assume it is aluminum. But I'm not certain, sorry.
793096
Mine sits out in sun on our deck in Honolulu for 4 months and has worked very well! When I put it together I had to attach bolts thru the frame and it was definitely metal, I think it is thin steel - could be aluminum - know it is not plastic?
2172592
Feels like aluminum. If you're worried about durability, I've used this thing heavily over the years I've owned it, with no problems.