Do you have problems cleaning this pot since it doesn't have a non-stick surface?
166812
It took me a few tries to figure out how to get this pan clean. When food sticks to it, the easiest thing I've found is to wait until it cools off and then fill it with water, let it soak for a few minutes, and then scrub it clean. Usually just a few minutes in water loosens up anything that's stuck. Otherwise, a couple of times I've used a kitchen scrub brush (the cheap kind with bristles) to deal with really tough spots, and that takes care of it. I've even run this pan through the dishwasher a few times when I've cooked things that aren't stuck too bad, and it goes through the dishwasher very well!
166813
It took me a few tries to figure out how to get this pan clean. When food sticks to it, the easiest thing I've found is to wait until it cools off and then fill it with water, let it soak for a few minutes, and then scrub it clean. Usually just a few minutes in water loosens up anything that's stuck. Otherwise, a couple of times I've used a kitchen scrub brush (the cheap kind with bristles) to deal with really tough spots, and that takes care of it. I've even run this pan through the dishwasher a few times when I've cooked things that aren't stuck too bad, and it goes through the dishwasher very well! It took me a few tries to figure out how to get this pan clean. When food sticks to it, the easiest thing I've found is to wait until it cools off and then fill it with water, let it soak for a few minutes, and then scrub it clean. Usually just a few minutes in water loosens up anything that's stuck. Otherwise, a couple of times I've used a kitchen scrub brush (the cheap kind with bristles) to deal with really tough spots, and that takes care of it. I've even run this pan through the dishwasher a few times when I've cooked things that aren't stuck too bad, and it goes through the dishwasher... » Read More It took me a few tries to figure out how to get this pan clean. When food sticks to it, the easiest thing I've found is to wait until it cools off and then fill it with water, let it soak for a few minutes, and then scrub it clean. Usually just a few minutes in water loosens up anything that's stuck. Otherwise, a couple of times I've used a kitchen scrub brush (the cheap kind with bristles) to deal with really tough spots, and that takes care of it. I've even run this pan through the dishwasher a few times when I've cooked things that aren't stuck too bad, and it goes through the dishwasher very well! « Show Less
166814
Like other quality SS pans, these are not hard to wash. I fill w/soapy warm water & let sit for a few minutes, then use a Dobie pan (nylon mesh over sponge) to clean it. For baked on crud, Dawn Power Dissolve spray works great. If you get whitish areas or just want to make it look new, Bar Keepers Friend powdered cleanser is fantastic. I find it cheap at Family Dollar, & a container lasts a very long time. PS-- If you are bringing water to a boil, don't add salt until it's very hot & stir to dissolve. Undissolved salt will make pit marks in any SS pan.
166815
No problems with the pots. I don't use the frying pans though because everything sticks to them.
1767329
It has a great non stick surface. I just use warm soapy water and a sponge.
1230881
No. The nonstick coating doesn't interact with food and cleans up so easily. No need to risk damaging it with scouring, sponge and soap is all it takes. I use high temp silicon tools to cook with it and the coating has not scratched in years of use, and I cook a lot. And I use this pan at least a few times a week. Even though I have very spendy Bourget copper cookware, this is the most used pan in my kitchen. Top recommendation, regardless of price, the bonus is that it's a very inexpensive pan. Don't know how it would hold up to metal tools, but there's lots of great high temp silicon tools out there that will be very easy on the pan - so why take the chance? No. The nonstick coating doesn't interact with food and cleans up so easily. No need to risk damaging it with scouring, sponge and soap is all it takes. I use high temp silicon tools to cook with it and the coating has not scratched in years of use, and I cook a lot. And I use this pan at least a few times a week. Even though I have very spendy Bourget copper cookware, this is the most used pan in my kitchen. Top recommendation, regardless of price, the bonus is that it's a very inexpensive pan. Don't know how it would hold up to metal tools, but there's lots of great high temp silicon... » Read More No. The nonstick coating doesn't interact with food and cleans up so easily. No need to risk damaging it with scouring, sponge and soap is all it takes. I use high temp silicon tools to cook with it and the coating has not scratched in years of use, and I cook a lot. And I use this pan at least a few times a week. Even though I have very spendy Bourget copper cookware, this is the most used pan in my kitchen. Top recommendation, regardless of price, the bonus is that it's a very inexpensive pan. Don't know how it would hold up to metal tools, but there's lots of great high temp silicon tools out there that will be very easy on the pan - so why take the chance? « Show Less
1534097
It doesn't have a non-stick coating which is why I bought this set. I wanted to avoid a non stick coating that would eventually flake into food. I did not season it. I haven't had a problem with sticking. You must cook no higher than medium heat. Clean up easy with one of those scrubbies.
323150
As Bonnie says, it is not nonstick. I've used both pots a lot with a variety of foods and have had no problems with anything sticking.
807603
I didn't and still love ours. Use it all the time. It is showing some signs of wear but less than other high quality non-stick pans.
721151
I love this pan. I have two of them. The best non stick pan I have ever owned. I have not had a problem with the non stick coating..I'm somewhat suspicious that they used metal utensils or a Brillo pad to clean this which you should never do.. Again..best pans I have ever owned and we'll worth the money..Take care of it and it will last a long time.. I hope this helps..
256890
The blade is recessed so that would not scratch a smooth surface. However, the outer metal circle does vibrate a bit and sounds like it is scratching the pot while it is on, if I let it hit the bottom of the pot. It's not necessary to touch the bottom of the pot and I've used it on non-stick surfaces and haven't had a problem, but haven't inspected closely.
1595921
Well; if you have the non-stick one, I hope that you didn't use anything abrasive (like Brillo) on it because that will totally wreck it. That said, it is not really nonstick -- it's semi-stick. That means that mine -- used according to their directions and cleaned their way too -- will not ever look like it did when new (less than a year ago). But it will get pretty clean if you let it sit in the sink with hot water and dish soap in it for a few hours and then use a Scotch (or similar) scrub sponge with the blue scrubber side on it. But, sadly, it is neither nonstick nor easy to clean.
2021867
I have had no problems whatsoever with the non-stick coating. I always wash my pan and paddles by hand after they have completely cooled. I also never use anything but non-metallic tools and never use abrasive cleaning materials.
636590
I own three of these pots, I absolutely love it. Washing is not a problem, I only use them to boil water for tea, however I use a decanter cleaning brush. (No scratch scrubber).
563104
Yes. I haven't had any issues with sticking. I use this pot every other day at least.
841175
I find it really easy to clean but not sure you would call it a non-stick surface. I rinse it lightly and put it in the dishwasher. Made a cobbler last night in it and it washed just fine today. I really like it.
615916
It is not perfectly not stick. But I have a regular metal pot and I have to scrub it strong to clean it. The T-fal is nonstick for sure. I have a full set of pots made by T-Fal I have on my list to purchase next!
2010530
No problem, it is cast iron. The "non stick" is from baked in oil/fat so don't use soap to clean, don't soak in water and if you need to you can always re-bake it with more oil/fat.
1124090
Mine is for sure not completely non-stick. But it tends to get that way when inlaws come and SCRUB it. Maybe cook a few rounds of bacon on it? :-)
1580282
I don't know if it's technically non stick but it's easy to clean. I usually just rinse and throw it in the dishwasher.