flemings99
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BlessedWifeMommy said:I had someone at my last show say she never washes her stone, just brushes it off. It kind of made me cringe. QUOTE]
YUCK!
Baking soda paste works great for me when it seems to have a film or sticky. Sad to admit, but had one with mold on it once. Nothing would take it off, finally used a fresh cut lemon & salt and it did the trick.
My guest last night told me she leaves it in the oven all the time---I'm wondering if the flaking off is stuff that was dripped on to it.?
flemings99 said:My guest last night told me she leaves it in the oven all the time---I'm wondering if the flaking off is stuff that was dripped on to it.?
babywings76 said:I had a host once who got out her round stone for us to use w/ an appetizer. It had crumbs and stuff on it so I went to wash it w/ the scraper and all of a sudden, what looked like the seasoning layer started flaking off. She said she just uses it for pizza over and over again and never washes it since it's just pizza crust on it. So....I think since she wasn't really washing it and scraping it, the seasoning layer wasn't a real bonded thing. It was quite odd. I recommended she do the baking soda paste on it and scrape it to get off whatever flakes and then just use it like normal. I always wonder if she ever did or if she even cleans it like she should now that she knows.
Agreed.ChefPaulaB said:EEeewwww!
Black stone flaking is typically caused by a buildup of carbon deposits on the surface of the stone. This can happen from excessive heat exposure or from using oil or cooking sprays on the stone.
To prevent black stone flaking, it is important to properly season your stone before use. This involves heating the stone in the oven and lightly coating it with oil. Additionally, avoid using high heat settings and opt for non-stick cooking sprays instead of oil.
It is not recommended to use a stone with black flakes, as this can affect the taste and texture of your food. It is best to clean the stone thoroughly and re-season it before using it again.
To clean your stone, use a scraper or a stiff brush to remove any excess carbon deposits. Then, wash the stone with warm water and mild soap. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals, as this can damage the stone.
In most cases, black stone flaking can be fixed by properly cleaning and re-seasoning the stone. However, if the flakes are severe or the stone is damaged, it may need to be replaced. Contact our customer service team for further assistance.