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by Stronghart on March 10th, 2008
A few months ago we returned an old Teflon pot to the manufacturer (Calphalon) when the Teflon rubbed off in one place at the bottom of the pot. As you may know this is suspected of being carcinogenic.
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Calphalon sent back a brand new pot with a few weeks.
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But now we are buying mostly stainless steel pots and believe it or not, they're not that hard to clean. Actually, I know it's hard to believe this, but it takes about the same time, maybe a few seconds more. Little by little we will end up with all stainless steel -- except my trusty, third generation, iron skillet.
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by Account Closed on March 10th, 2008
I just bought a new set last week. I had the other set for about 6 years and they just didn't seem to be so easy to clean any more. I say a good indication of when to buy new is when it takes you longer to clean them then it did to cook in them.
by Drastic on March 10th, 2008
About a year old. You renew them when the coating inside starts peeling.
by PerfectlyPink on March 10th, 2008
My set that I use on a regular basis are about 6 years old, I also have a "new set" that is about 2 years old but I've only used them a few times... I like the way my cooking turns out in the older ones
by eric on March 10th, 2008
We just bought new ones. They're still in boxes. LOL!
by Debris - the new slimline version. on March 10th, 2008
I got a new set of pans about 18 months ago but they were very cheap and the non stick is starting to come off so I really should buy some new ones.
by Lady Alathia of Vulcan on March 10th, 2008
My Teflon set is only a couple years old - my husband bought it before we got married.... as soon as it starts scratching or chipping, I'm switching back to cast iron and NEVER needing to replace them again.
Cast iron is SO much better for you anyway.
by Anonymous on March 10th, 2008
Oh hell... I've got an old miniature wok that I use all the time, and the thing has to be close to 20 years old. I don't think I'll ever throw it away unless it rusts through, and it's too well-seasoned for that.
by The Mrs. on April 19th, 2008
My parents bought my husband and I some hard anodized ones when we got married. They are about a year old. Truthfully, I am not sure how I should know when to replace them.
This question really helped, thanks.
by TwiceShy on April 1st, 2008
My Revereware copper bottom pans are 32 years old. I don't have the frypan but use nostick frypans. I have no plans to replace the Revereware. but will get new non stick pretty soon.
by Galeanda on March 18th, 2008
I don't buy them in sets so they are different ages. Some are over 50-60 years old, from Europe and others are around 20-30 years old. I've got some that are closer to 10 years and a couple that are under 5 years. I try to get the best quality I can because they last a very long time and better good to use. If something is chipped, dented, the handle falls off, is unsanitary, then I get new. But I think in 35 years of marriage, I've only replaced pots and pans 2-3 times. Mostly I've just acquired more or different types.
by Tigger on March 18th, 2008
mine are 6 months old i shall buy new 1s soon but will keep the other ones (we just do not have enough) i will chuck mne away if theyre are to gruppy to use
by Ec-nal Licensed Bootie Inspector on March 14th, 2008
We have the hand me down Faberware from her dad. Old school Farberware, not like the crap they sell today. Mixed with that is a ton of Revereware from both sides. It's all nearing the end but you get kind of attatched to the stuff, don't you?
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by Jez is recovering on March 10th, 2008
I don't know! I got a gift certificate from Bed, Bath and beyond for $100, during the holidays and we bought a whole new set. I had my last set for 15 years. It was my first set. I just figured it was time.. but NOW I now when you should buy a new set! Our new set cooks our food properly... lol!
by Babycakes Deux on March 10th, 2008
About 6 years ago I replaced the pots and pans we had gotten as wedding gifts. They looked disgusting.
by LeeLee Chickybabe Avenger SLAB on March 10th, 2008
hmm...about three years old.
I get new ones when the non-stick Teflon begins to come off :P
by Merfish on March 10th, 2008
Mine are about 3 years old.
I decided that I needed new ones when the handles on the old ones were getting loose.
by Wickels on March 10th, 2008
Mine are about 2 years old. They were a really cheap set from walmard, though, so they are pretty much done. I got a new set of really good ones just last week!
by redcatt63 is around here somewhere...... on March 10th, 2008
I'd say our skillets and pots are all no older than 6-7 years, and the majority are T-Fal. I have few older T-Fal skillets that may be 10-12 years old. So far, no need for replacement! I love my T-Fal!
by sunniebgi on March 10th, 2008
While I have a selection of pans and pots that are only a few years old, I also have 3 cast iron pans (small, medium and very large sized). They belonged to my mother at some point.. I can say they are likely over 30-40yrs old. I love them..
by anonymous on March 10th, 2008
I don't use teflon, so I have some really sturdy stainless, cast iron, and enamelware pots and pans. My enamelware dutch oven and casserole dishes are really really old and still work great. Same with my cast iron. The stainless is newer, but if it's treated well, I'll probably have it forever.
by philosopher-saint on October 8th, 2009
Every time I move in with a woman and set up household, I buy a fancy matching set.
[the current set is old and pretty crummy now!]
;-)
by CosmicWunderkind on October 8th, 2009
I know its time to go no matter what age
when i cook my rice or pasta and I cant get the black
sheen off the pan no matter how hard I try
I cook it full blast..Im impatient..I want my food
now I guess
by lovestocook on October 8th, 2009
Good stainless steel and cast iron will last for generations. I have faburware that is 35 years old and still fine. Buy one good pan at a time until you have set rather than buy one cheap set. Stay away from Teflon - as on respondent wrote - good stainless steel cleans very easily.
by Cookiepencils on October 7th, 2009
I've been around cooking utensils all of my life. My father has sold restaurant equipment and household cookware since before I was born, and then when I was old enough I worked under him for 3 years. There isn't an age at which your cookware all of a sudden needs to be replaced. On the contrary, good cookware can become heirlooms if taken care of properly.
Generally speaking, if the bottoms of your cookware appear warped, or no longer sit flat when placed on the counter, then they need to be replaced. If you have pots and pans with nonstick coatings you'll know when they need to be replaced. Most nonstick coating will bubble up and flake off after a long time of wear and tear. The bottom line is take care of your pots and pans. If you treat it right, a good quality piece can be a lifetime investment.
by lovestocook on May 26th, 2009
I replaced my stainless steel faberware after 35 years. Nothing wrong with it but I wanted glass covers.My cast iron never needs to be replaced. Teflon, I don't like. Good stainless cleans as easy as teflon.
by Deeandes on May 25th, 2009
When the handles start falling off!
by BROADWAYTHECAT on May 25th, 2009
my favorite pots and pans are Guardian Service...all of which my father found for me used on ebay. they will last me the rest of my life and they are probably already 50+ years old.
by Redman on April 29th, 2008
it is time to change them when the handles start to fall and the pot hits your foot. give them the boot Lol.
by Rollie on April 19th, 2008
Ours were purchased over 30 years ago in both my wife's and my former marriages. Our kids were given some of them. Good heavy stainless steel and copper bottom Revereware seem to last almost forever.
We bought an All-Clad stainless steel (really heavy and distributes heat very well) from Williams-Sonoma. My wife says these are the best and wants some more.
by royal77 says hello friend on March 10th, 2008
Not very old, if I cannot take out the stains and there are more than just a few, or too many scratches than it's time for new ones.
Where can you contact Lagostina customer service in Canada?
by Anonymous on October 2nd, 2009
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Who is the manufactured this Pot? Marked as follows:Cast Iron Pot 8 FS Made in USA " D on bottom" What is it worth?
by Big John on August 22nd, 2009
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My enameled cast iron 5 qt. pot is chipping on the bottom due to excessive heat. How can it be repaired or is it toast?
by loosethreads on February 17th, 2011
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A friend has a 60+ year old cast aluminum citrus juicer that she recently put into the dishwasher. The juicer is now covered in a fine black powder, the result of oxidation, I assume. Is there any way to stop the oxidation that is food s
by Gingerale on May 11th, 2009
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What color are your pots and pans?
by Nanny on September 16th, 2009
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