Is porcelain enamel the same as cast iron
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Not in this case. This cookware is very flimsy. In fact one pot fell of the counter (OK I probably knocked it off the counter) and when I picked it up it was bent so now the lid does not fit. There is not one bit of cast iron in this. And as for enamel? I did not think enamel would fade this quickly and start coming off. I bet it is not enamel but I cannot say that for sure.
1681749
Lodge says the cast iron is Made in USA and the enameled cast iron is imported from China. See their website for more detail.
1147365
This is a traditional black cast iron pot just like all of Lodge's pans except the porcelain ones they sell.
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This product is made to clean porcelain enamel cast iron sinks. It contains silica & detergents, & is slightly abrasive. I don't think it would be a good idea to use it on regular cast iron cookware. It may be okay for the enamel coated cast iron cookware but I have not tried it in that manner.
718188
The porcelain grates are easier to clean that the cast iron grates, but they will not last as long as the cast iron grates. The cast iron will last indefinitely as long as they are cared for.
339498
Yes it is cast iron, just follow is instructions for using and it works great. I believe they have a coat model as well. It turns over for a flat cooking surface. Love it.
874417
I prefer porcelain because the baked-on crud can more easily be wire-brushed off using a grill brush. While stainless steel can also be wire-brushed off, I can't help but feel that the steel will leave a metallic taste around after each brushing. Not scientific, perhaps, but aluminum does this, so maybe steel does it, too? My Weber grill has, I believe, stainless steel drip bars below the porcelain cooking grates. I never clean these, as I think they are meant to impart a smoky flavor to what is being cooked by burning the drippings, causing the smoke.
435997
The difference is the porcelain on the lesser expensive model vs stainless on the other.
718189
Enameled porcelain are easier to clean. Spray them with cooking oil first and you can put them in your dish washer.
555357
Lodge's plain cast iron is US-made. The enamel-coated Lodge products are Chinese.
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I personally wouldn't call it "porcelain-enameled", after a few uses, and subsequent cleanings the surface will rust without being lubed properly. Plus you really need to be very careful to clean it thoroughly after each use or it will compact, rust, and become unusable. If you keep it clean and dry it will last for many years.
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I don't know if there is lead in it, but I doubt it because porcelain enamel is no longer made with lead. These are so pretty that I prefer them as decorative rather than actually using them to drink out of.
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Mine is Cast Iron, when I first read the reviews some people said the knob would come loose and because it was some kind of plastic it would only go in the oven up to a certain temp. mine is metal and has never come loose. I also read that it chips on the edges but whatever brand it is any cast iron with enamel should not be banged around or it will eventually chip.
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No, sorry cast iron should always be hand washed and thoughly dried before being put away to prevent rusting, but the enamel does make it easier to clean. I hope that helps.
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I am not sure if it can be used on enamel iron but these pads work great on porcelain toilet's I would imagine trying it on some inconspicuous part of your sink and see if it works but just remember to use lots of water.Good Luck
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Hi Elizabeth, The replacement grill is exactly the same as the original one made of Cast Iron. I had to purchase two of them because I took my grill on a trip and because i thought they would fall out and break I took them out of the grill and forgot them at home......
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Yes, it is cast iron. Careful of the handles, they get hotter than the plate!