Is it glazed or have a coating that prevents the oil or smell from soaking into the stone?
380586
It does not appear to have a glazing on it. It seems to be porous, but always washes clean.
2097834
no.. the leading edge is not glazed. i'm not sure why that would make a difference?? i purchased this item because of the large flat top..which is then the bottom when actually using the butter..and it's beautiful.
232345
I don't know what is recommended, but I would not put it in the dishwasher. I fear it would make the stone brittle.
792622
It's just a metal pan that has a non-stick coating on it. My in-laws bought this pan over a year ago and love it; I got one 14 months ago or so and the coating has totally peeled off, so it's not stone of any kind.
1503988
not that I can tell. I would say no. the stone has been smoothly polished to a beautiful seamless finish
1517047
I have used both. Main difference is cleanup. Only the base is glazed on mine. There seems to be plenty of moisture .(I soak both parts)Since you use no soap, glazed is much easier to clean anything sticking. Never had a problem with flavor retention, even with the unglazed. Absolutely love mine.
1396535
All I can tell you is that it's a glazed ceramic which is, I believe inert, so there should be considerably less chance of food contamination.
1393987
Hi there, as you use this mortar only briefly, and sometime with oils, I recommend a quick handwash with some dishwashing liquid. It's a beautiful piece!
690715
I have several stoneware products all from Pampered Chef. However there is no real difference or advantage of glazed or un-glazed they all cook wonderfully if treated right. I do prefer the glazed as I can display these as a serving dish
841176
It is glazed and does not stain. It cleans as easily as a glass casserole - pretty easy. Its not Teflon. You could probably use some oil first if you really wanted..
1266880
There is a smell from the varnish but after awhile you don't notices it. I too do not use it for food.
1442556
The element is in the oil and provides a cool zone underneath. Breading in the oil does not burn to the bottom and can be rinsed out after cooling.
628246
No. The ceramic is glazed and has not changed color at all even though I have used it hundreds of times. It's non-porous.
647914
Yes I was told it was safe on all sealed stone surfaces. My flooring is Italian porcelain and hit has been sealed
14947
This stone requires water. I suggest that you soak it submerged for 24 hours before the first use. Turn it over several times during the 24 hour period. Each time you turn it over you will see new bubbbles of air escaping from the stone. Use the stone while WET! In subsequent uses, soak for between 20 minutes to 2 hours depending on how much 'new' air is escaping from the stone. I understand oil can be used in addition to water but I am told and have demonstrated that it is unneccessary. Good Luck!
2242369
We have not sealed ours. Just use granite cleaner only and no harsh abrasives. Dish soap of course is fine. Make sure also not to rinse anything with chemicals in the sink such as paint brushes, bug spray etc... Anything made of stone or stone polymers are porous. Hope this helps.
2174037
Sounds like something wrong with the stone. When mine arrived it was fine, no smell and no chalky residue.