Comments on: Does hard anodized nonstick cookware scratch?

By: AL

AL — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 14:38:59 +0000

Any and all non-stick cookware will scratch if you use metal cooking utinsels.
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By: Little D

Little D — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:49:59 +0000

This stuff can be toxic if it peels away, another caution for this type of cookware.....don't use to cook bacon or anything with alot of salt..it eats the coating.
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By: crossstitchkelly

crossstitchkelly — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 13:23:59 +0000

Yes, and you have to be careful--I've had some off-brands peel off in large flakes. My husband likes to use steel wool when he washes dishes, and as a consequence, even our higher grade pans are a wreck.
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By: bbyhtguy

bbyhtguy — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:49:59 +0000

Yes, it is possible to scratch the surface. Most will list in their instructions not to use metal utensils in them. Also not to clean them with steel wool. The anodizing process eats the top layer with acid to change the surface, and you can scratch through that layer.
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