Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: teflon coating isn't durable and flakes off

I had previously reviewed this and given it 5 stars. However, I'm now being generous with giving it 2 stars. It worked great for a while. I really loved the skillet on many levels. The problem is the non-stick surface. When I cook fried chicken in it, the surface of the skillet bubbles up and then flakes off. I've had three replacement skillets. The skillet is available from the manufacturer without buying the whole unit. After three replacements, I give up. I now use the base with a regular skillet on top occasionally. *IF* HB could improve the quality of the skillet surface, this would be the best skillet around. It cooks well and is easy to clean, but the teflon flaking off outweighs the benefits. It's great while it lasts, but don't expect it to last long enough to consider it a decent buy.