Cleaning Stones in an Oven: Is it Safe?

[ericadboone]

I had a guest at a party recently who told me that her daughter has some stones, which she loves of course...but she said that she cleans them by leaving them in her oven when she cleans the oven, and they come out looking new. Has anyone ever done this? Is it recommended? Does it make the seasoning go away?

 

[ericadboone]

Sorry, i see other related threads.

 

[Admin Greg]

I have never personally tried this method, but from what I have researched, it is not recommended. Leaving stones in the oven during the self-cleaning cycle can cause them to crack or break due to the high heat. Additionally, the self-cleaning cycle can strip away the seasoning on the stones, which helps to prevent sticking and adds flavor to food. It is better to clean stones with hot water and a scrub brush, or by using a mild soap if necessary. It is also important to dry the stones thoroughly before storing them.