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My mom bought some stones years ago, when they first came out. When she found out she couldn't clean them with soap, she was disgusted. She ended up giving them to my sister (who couldn't be happier!). I shared this little tidbit with her (and emailed the file 'why stonewear won't harbor bacteria'). She said, "Guess I'll have to have another show to get a few of those stones again! You know your sister won't give them up now!"scottcooks said:SCIENCE TIME:
Soap acts as a "search and isolate" agent in sinkwater - literally surrounding oil and breaking it apart so it can be removed from pans / glasses / metal / etc.
That we Want the oil to stay adhered to stoneware to season it, is the reason we don't use soap to 'clean' it. In actuality, the soap doesn't clean anyting - the hot water does. All soap does is loosen and break apart the oil. The brush/sponge/scraper/scouring pad/ dishcloth are what do the 'cleaning'.
So - will it hurt a stone? No. Will it make a baked item taste soapy? Not unless you rub it with a bar of soap then put your baked item right on that. (Or squirt it with dish soap then put your dough on that). Yum--no thanks, you enjoy that one with your family...
As long as you rinse thoroughly, you are happily on your way to re-seasoning a stone.
If you're concerned about soap 'exposure' you can pop any stone in the rinse cycle of a dishwasher, or put it in a self-cleaning oven and leave it through the cleaning cycle.
Take Care, and God Bless you!
-praying for Paige and her family-
Plus, it could catch fire since it gets so hot in there...the grease on the stone from seasoning could ignite. HO does NOT advocate putting them into the self clean cycle. It voids the warranty...ChefLoriG said:I believe you aren't supposed to put a stone in a self cleaning oven, that could make it crack, since you don't have any food on it.
This is great advice EXCEPT the part I highlighted! NEVER put a stone in the dishwasher or cleaning cycle of an oven - NEVER!! The stone could get a thermal shock and break (usually later - the next time it's used) and it also voids the warranty. The stones are fired at very high temperatures but that DOES NOT make them able to stand that high a temperature (per very experienced potters at Seagrove - a great place to visit in NC - lots of potters in a close proximity to each other).scottcooks said:SCIENCE TIME:
Soap acts as a "search and isolate" agent in sinkwater - literally surrounding oil and breaking it apart so it can be removed from pans / glasses / metal / etc.
That we Want the oil to stay adhered to stoneware to season it, is the reason we don't use soap to 'clean' it. In actuality, the soap doesn't clean anyting - the hot water does. All soap does is loosen and break apart the oil. The brush/sponge/scraper/scouring pad/ dishcloth are what do the 'cleaning'.
So - will it hurt a stone? No. Will it make a baked item taste soapy? Not unless you rub it with a bar of soap then put your baked item right on that. (Or squirt it with dish soap then put your dough on that). Yum--no thanks, you enjoy that one with your family...
As long as you rinse thoroughly, you are happily on your way to re-seasoning a stone.
If you're concerned about soap 'exposure' you can pop any stone in the rinse cycle of a dishwasher, or put it in a self-cleaning oven and leave it through the cleaning cycle.
Take Care, and God Bless you!
-praying for Paige and her family-
If your Pampered Chef stone has been washed with soap, there are a few steps you can take to help restore it to its original state. First, rinse the stone with hot water and scrub it gently with a nylon brush or non-abrasive sponge. Next, place the stone in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes. This will help to remove any remaining soap residue. Finally, allow the stone to cool completely before using it again.
Washing your Pampered Chef stone with soap can cause it to lose its natural seasoning and may affect its ability to evenly distribute heat. However, if you take the proper steps to clean and restore it, your stone should still be usable. It's always best to avoid using soap on your stone and stick to hot water and a gentle scrubbing brush for routine cleaning.
No, we do not recommend using dish soap on your Pampered Chef stone. This can cause it to lose its natural seasoning and affect its performance. Stick to using hot water and a gentle scrubbing brush for routine cleaning. If your stone does come in contact with soap, be sure to follow the steps outlined above to help restore it.
For routine cleaning, we recommend rinsing your stone with hot water and scrubbing it gently with a nylon brush or non-abrasive sponge after each use. This will help to remove any food residue and keep your stone in good condition. You can also do a deeper clean with our Stoneware Cleaner if needed, but be sure to avoid using soap.
No, we do not recommend putting your Pampered Chef stone in the dishwasher. The high temperatures and harsh detergents can damage the stone and affect its performance. It's best to stick to hand washing with hot water and a gentle scrubbing brush. If your stone does accidentally go through the dishwasher, be sure to follow the steps outlined above to help restore it.