Over time, the ceramic base will become stained without it being possible to remove the marks. This will not impair the performance of the kitchenware in any way and does not present any danger for health. Cast iron is a chef’s favourite because it’s incredibly durable and can last a very long time. As no chemicals are used in the coating and they instead need to be seasoned, they are also an incredibly safe and risk-free choice too.

Also never put cold water into a hot pan or plunge hot cookware in cold water. Sudden changes of temperature may cause the metal to warp, resulting in an uneven base. My pan seems unstable on my hob - why? The best frying pans keep a uniform temperature across the surface of the pan. The worst pans vary in temperature by as much as 180°C across the pan's surface. Scratch resistance PFOA was used worldwide as an industrial surfactant in chemical processes. It's now considered a health concern and was added to the POP Regulation Annex I in 2020, which prohibits its use in manufacturing, and in products placed on the market. test how well each pan stands up to many light scratches – representing taking the pan in and out of the cupboard repeatedly, or months of handwashingThe best clean up in a matter of seconds with a soft sponge. The worst have residual marks on them, even after a full minute of scrubbing. We use temperature probes and thermal imaging to see how hot each handle gets while cooking with each pan. We recommend to wash the ceramic pan manually, with water and a mild detergent. In this way, it's the most effective.

A brilliant set, and very clever idea. The pans themselves are the usual high Tefal quality, with excellent coating that feels very durable. The handles feel robust and like they will stand up to plenty of abuse over time - certainly no problems in the few weeks I've had them so far.” The Tefal Titanium range is arguably one of the toughest on the market and is made to be used a lot!

Mini's collection perfect for single portion cooking

Pot/frying pan part: To extend the life of your product, we recommand hand washing only. In case of dishwasher use, it is preferable to use gentle detergents such as liquid, gel, or powder, not tablet nor sachet. Certains parts may become dulled and discolored due to action of corrosive detergents. Our guarantee does not cover this type of wear.