does this pot need to be seasoned
487257
In the Use & Care instruction manual that accompanies the pot, it says, "For cookware with a non-stick interior, it recommended to 'season' the pan prior to the first use...and after every 10 dishwasher cycles or if accidental overheating occurs. Heat pan on low for 30 seconds, remove heat and put one tablespoon of vegetable oil in pot. Rub oil over the entire surface with a paper towel."
487258
No, it does not. It is ready to use right out of the box. Excellent product!
27690
Hi you need to season it the first time you use it. Directions come with the oven. It is great. I use it all of the time.
1450887
It is not pre-seasoned, but coated with beeswax or something similar. We etch trophies, so we didn't need to season it, but there is help for that if you search online. Best of luck. Botcha-Caloops
806761
it does not need to be seasoned like a cast iron grill, I would however recommend burning in the grill for about 1 hr. (as high as possible) and then liberally apply oil (veg or olive) before cooking each time.
2210032
No, you do not have to season it. It will rust. Applying some cooking oil to the grate before/after cooking will do a lot towards keeping the rust off. In time, it will develop a "seasoning" coating on the grill sort of like what develops on a cast iron skillet.
689804
I did not re-season. I love this pot and I love the lid even more. I have used the lid to bake bread while fixing a meal in the pot. AMAZING pot!!!
185738
You really should season it first. Even if they say it's preseasoned, I think the surface benefits from seasoning by the user. Only the Lodge products really seem to be cooking ready.
1881273
I'm sorry, I don't know if the manufacturers considers it so, but I do not put mine in the dishwasher because I want it to hold the seasoned cooking surface it has built. The point of this pot is the delicious moist flavor it produces. If you don't boil rice in it till it sticks and keep it well seasoned it's very easy to clean. I also do not use regular harsh dish soap on mine. I use a natural dish soap and VERY little of it and then let it dry naturally. After it's dry, I put a little Olive oil in and rub it around. If well cared for you will never have to but another of these. Wonderful heirloom too. I'm sorry, I don't know if the manufacturers considers it so, but I do not put mine in the dishwasher because I want it to hold the seasoned cooking surface it has built. The point of this pot is the delicious moist flavor it produces. If you don't boil rice in it till it sticks and keep it well seasoned it's very easy to clean. I also do not use regular harsh dish soap on mine. I use a natural dish soap and VERY little of it and then let it dry naturally. After it's dry, I put a little Olive oil in and rub it around. If well cared for you will never have to but another of these. Wonderful... » Read More I'm sorry, I don't know if the manufacturers considers it so, but I do not put mine in the dishwasher because I want it to hold the seasoned cooking surface it has built. The point of this pot is the delicious moist flavor it produces. If you don't boil rice in it till it sticks and keep it well seasoned it's very easy to clean. I also do not use regular harsh dish soap on mine. I use a natural dish soap and VERY little of it and then let it dry naturally. After it's dry, I put a little Olive oil in and rub it around. If well cared for you will never have to but another of these. Wonderful heirloom too. « Show Less
1224539
I seasoned mine b4 the first use as I had purchased a single pan and it said to season it I never had to season the original one again and still use it 4 years later. However I did use organic olive oil instead of vegetable oil.
1877817
Not sure what oil is is seasoned with, I would compare it to buying a Lodge iron skillet that has been pre-seasoned. Definitely no Teflon of any other non stick. Had some heavy rains here in GA this summer and Had covered for a few weeks. Looks like it was starting to rust which I quickly re-seasoned and good to go. You can flip two of the quarters so all the grill marks are the same way by the way.
508866
I use this pan for crepes. It really doesn't need to be seasoned. For crepes, you need a slight amount of oil (sprayed or brushed) and I have had no problem with sticking.
942288
I have never seasoned mine, a quick spray of Pam has always been sufficient. Please note, the botton has a texture to it...some have complained about this, but I've never found it to be a problem...I just use a stiff bristle brush when I clean it up.
1004350
When I received mine, I immediately seasoned it with mineral oil. I only have to rinse it with water, and dry immediately.
619063
There is no need to season the pan like you would old fashioned cast-iron cookware. Just wash it in soapy water and dry it well. Of course, you may wish to use a slight bit of oil, but it is not necessary, because the pan is absolutely non-stick.
1683692
Hello Kip,It says it comes pre-seasoned, and after using it the very first time, it appears that it is. However, I purchased a flat skillet from the same company (Lodge) and although that one said it was pre-seasoned I still had to season it more since my pancakes still stuck a little. So, you MAY have to season it a little more. But it is a great grill. I bought Lodge's silicone handles, too, as the handles do get hot.
1353774
No, they do not need to be seasoned. They are ready to use right out of the box. Just wash them and start cooking.
1344240
Just wash it lightly and spray some Pam before you set it on the burners. It doesn't need to be seasoned like a cast iron pan or anything like that.