Overview

Meet Artisan Steel’s high performance pizza surface: a 16" by 14.25" steel slab, 0.25" thick, weighing approximately 16 pounds. Made in the USA and hand-finished, it arrives with parchment sheets on both sides and clear care instructions. The surface is treated with a food-safe oil to protect it during storage and transit. When you first use it, expect a rich patina to begin forming as the steel heats and seasons over time.

With this baking surface, you may experience blistered crusts and fast cook times thanks to its ultra-conductive performance. It’s designed to transfer heat efficiently, helping heat move quickly from the steel to the dough. The result can be a crust with a crisp exterior and a tender interior, all while you keep an eye on timing.

Key benefits

• Ultra-conductive steel supports blistered, bakery-like crusts with shorter bake times.
• Low-friction surface makes sliding pizzas in and out smooth and simple, with less sticking.
• Heat transfer is strong enough to outperform many ceramic or stone sheets in everyday home use.
• Durable, solid steel won’t crack or shatter under high temperatures, offering long-lasting performance.
• Steam-friendly design helps channel moisture for a crisp, well-balanced crust.

Practical uses

Beyond pizza, this surface expands your cooking possibilities. It’s described as usable for cold serving when frozen, or even as a cold slab for ice cream. Moderate heat bakes rustic breads, and the steel can handle barbecues for pizza-style results or roasted vegetables outdoors. The versatility makes it a handy, all-purpose surface for a lively kitchen or backyard setup.

• Pizza with blistered, blistered-edge crusts in under typical bake times.
• Baking rustic bread at moderate heat for a firm crust and soft crumb.
• Cold serving from a frozen block or a chilled dessert slab for entertaining guests.
• Grilling or roasting vegetables on the barbecues for a charred, even finish.

Care, maintenance, and patina

For ongoing use, wash with water and a stiff brush after cooking; no soap is needed. Dry immediately to prevent water spots. To maintain the seasoned surface, apply a light coat of cooking oil and re-season as necessary. Over time, the surface darkens and develops a rich patina that many cooks find appealing and indicative of proven performance. If you ever need a deeper refresh, scrub, wash with mild soap, re-season, and bake at 375°F for one hour as directed in the included care guide.

What’s in the box

Your Artisan Steel ships inside sturdy packaging with parchment paper on both sides of the unit. Step-by-step instructions are included for ongoing use and care. The surface may show slight variations from hand finishing, a sign of its artisanal craft, but these details do not affect performance. With proper care, this baking surface can be a staple in your kitchen for years to come.