Nordic Ware Cast-Aluminum Nonstick Muffin Pan, Sweetheart Rose Reviews

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I bought the Nordicware Sweetheart Rose Muffin/Cake pan since I bake a lot of muffins and wanted a more "professional" appearance. Instead of boring, bland muffins, the Nordicware Sweetheart Rose pan makes 12 1/2 cup roses in intricate detail, including rosebuds and leaves. I use Baker's Joy to grease the pan before baking, and add a light dusting of confectioner's sugar to the finished muffins / cakes so as not to cover up the details. Cleaning is a snap: normally, there is no batter left in the pans, ever with all the nooks and crannies. The pan is also a good solid weight, something sorely missing in all those "made in China" knock-offs (Nordicware is still made in the USA). This is an easy, beautiful presentation for teacakes, muffins, and cupcakes that look like you bought them at a bakery.

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I own the same brand in heart-shaped form, and I've been very pleased with the product. The muffins always turn out so well and unsticking them from the pan is effortless (which is more than I can say about several other brand tins out there). After baking with this pan I realize how nice it is not to be concerned with effectively removing the baked good and knowing that the product will look beautiful is also great.

The only downsides are the cost, heaviness, and the fact they're not very space-efficient-only two of these can fit in a conventional oven and one better use both hands to remove the pan. Though $30 is a lot of money for something that bakes so few goods, it is well worth it based on its reliability and durability. As a person who baked 3 times a week, I got my money's worth.

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Heavy pan that bakes evenly. The cupcakes I made looked beautiful. It was also a good value for a pan of this high quality.

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This pan turns out gorgeous muffins. Life is short, why not inject a little beauty whenever possible? I own a number of the Nordic Ware brand bundt pans, and this is one of my favorites. The pan may seem a little pricey, but you get what you pay for. I have replaced so many thin muffin pans over the years I have lost count. With a little care, like not using metal utensils or scouring pads on the pan, it should last a lifetime -and it creates a distinctive looking muffin. These are great for bake sales, holiday gifts and look wonderful on any party buffet table. I, as other reviewers, use Baker's Joy (a cooking spray that includes flour -plain cooking sprays do not accomplish the same result.) I liberally spray and then turn the pan upside down and let it drain on paper towels while I am preparing the batter. Since light colored muffins show up more of the detail one of my favorite recipes for the pan is blueberry muffins. Just be sure you use small pieces of blueberry (dried blueberries work well) but even plain muffins with mini chocolate chips (they don't sink to the bottom like full size chips), finely chopped nuts (again, so they don't sink to the bottom) or poppy seeds are wonderful additions.

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I bought this pan to make mini rose-shaped pound cakes for a baby shower. It's a great buy! The cakes came out beautifully and this pan costs a fraction of what it sells for in the gourmet kitchen stores. Make sure you use "Baker's Joy" spray so that the cakes/muffins will not stick.

Review of Lenox Butterfly Meadow Figural Cup and Saucer Set, Yellow

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I purchased this cup and saucer as a 2010 Christmas gift for a relative. It has held up well, is beautiful, looks dainty, but has a good sturdiness and weight to it. I often drink out of the cup when I visit and while I love it (it's really pretty), I've found the cup handle, which is designed as a butterfly, odd and difficult to hold. There's no loop to put your finger through... sometimes I have to pick the cup up just the right way so as not to drop it, which makes for a cumbersome experience while trying to enjoy tea lol! I wanted to purchase other cups and saucers in the Lenox Butterfly collection, but will be getting the Lenox Butterfly Meadow Blue Butterfly Cup and Saucer Set instead because it has a proper handle.

I hesitated giving this cup 4 stars because it's so beautiful, but the handle is impractical. I would feel uncomfortable serving to guests.

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It takes me a really long time to make a decision and I've been looking at tea services for the past year. I finally reached a decision over the weekend and ordered the Lenox Butterfly Meadow 7 pc (really 9 pc, yes unfortunately lids count as pieces too) set and decided to also purchase additional cups and saucers at the same time so my service would be complete. Initially I was going to purchase the exact same cup and saucer sets that come with the tea set but decided I wanted to add a little more character, and talk, to my service. When I noticed that the teapot was adorned by a yellow butterfly I was sold on this lovely set.

The cups and saucers are beautiful and will marry well/add a little color to my all white Lenox Butterfly Meadow Cloud dinnerware. Also, I find the cup to be delicate in look and very sturdy in feel, so hopefully the little butterflies will not break off. I decided to purchase four initially (bought 3 and received the fourth one free, thanks Amazon!), I may purchase two more since the teapot can hold six 8 ounce servings of tea but will hold off for now as I think I am running out of cupboard space:)

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I purchased the pink and blue sets and I LOVE them! I also have the 7-piece Lenox Set and the cups match perfectly to the set, even though you receive two cups with the 7-piece set. My sister and I enjoy Tea Time every night together. It reminds me of Alice in Wonderland. It's Tea Time!

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These are very nice cups. As usual, Lenox makes quality china.

A few things I don't like:

The color is a little too light, it does not have the cream color tint like the rest of the butterfly meadow collection.

The handle is odd to hold, and there is a bright yellow line running down the center of the butterfly stem, which you can not see here. It looks as if a bold yellow sharpie marker ran down the middle. It doesn't fit with the style/color of any of the four cups.

At last, they are rather large (wide) for tea cups, they look like they could actually be used like small soup bowls.

I only marked down 1 star, because this is very good china... but honestly, the design and style has it's flaws. This would have to be my least favorite of the collection.

Also,the PINK set is the best in color and design (As each plate has a different floral pattern)

Farberware High Performance Nonstick 12" Covered Deep Skillet, Black Review

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This pan was bought to replace another Farberware pan that had met the end of it's useful life.

It worked out perfectly. The size and depth are as advertised. Good product. I would re-purchase ad recommend.

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I had high hopes for this skillet: deep, with a clear glass lid, and nonstick. Unfortunately, the bottom warped when I had it on low heat on my glass cooktop stove. This meant it was no longer in contact with part of the burner. It's going back. I have a great Farberware 12" nonstick skillet (with no lid) that is shallower and heavier; it is the "Classic Stainless Steel" but the nonstick coating was wearing off. I can't find the pan anymore although it's not that old.

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After 3 years of search I found the perfect pan. The non-stick surface means no oil. I made a hashbrown, eggs & cheese dish and it wiped right out. The depth is perfect for one-pan meals.

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I've had a set of these for several years now mixed in with all of the mismatched coffee cups/mugs that have accumulated in the cabinet over the years. These are always the ones I grab for first. I think they have a very classic modern style Not too heavy, not too dainty, with a slightly taller, slightly narrower profile. They feel nice in your hand. I am no expert on porcelain, but the quality on these seems very good. None of these cups have broken or even chipped and as I stated, I've had them for several years and use them daily. You're probably not going to bust out these mugs when the Queen of England comes to visit, but as a set of coffee mugs for everyday use, I think these are better than average. I recommend them.

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These are well made mugs. The primary reason I purchased them is that I like a CUP of coffee, not one of these 16 to 20 oz bowls or vases with handles that so many people drink now. These are a great size and the proportions are right all around. Real sturdy and great looking. Buy if you enjoy hot beverages in reasonable amounts.

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Perfect just perfect as advertised and somehow the coffee tastes better, must have something to do with the way the cup is shaped helps hold the aroma. Very good quality nice handle. I am pleased to have purchased these cups. Update December 14th 2012 still using these great cups every morning still enjoying them just as much.

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We bought 3 sets of 4 mugs, and were very pleased with the quality. We bought them along with porcelain paint pens, and over the holiday, our adult kids (and their +1s) personalized their own mugs. The mugs will stay here for use on return visits. It's a fun way to welcome the new visitors (and cut down a bit on dishes, too!).

These were inexpensive enough to buy in quantity, and the quality is much like other very nice coffee/hot chocolate mugs we have. I'm ordering another set bc my husband wanted to be sure we'll have enough for future guests.

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Not sure what I can say about these other than that they are a nice size and appear to be solidly made.

10/23/13: Edited to note that they are very slippery. I dropped one the other day over some other dishes and broke a bowl.

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I would buy this again as I have purchased single items before and love having a full set. However, the omelet pan chipped in second week. I never dish-washed or used anything but soft utensils so not sure what happened or if seller would do anything about. Contacting the seller is one of my many "to do"s on my list...

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We have a flock of six birds two Congo African Greys, two Green Cheeked Conures, a Sun Conure, and a Cockatiel. As many people know, most non-stick cookware gives off PTFEs which are fatal to birds at a certain level (and probably not good for them at ANY level). When we got the babies, we disposed of probably close to $500 in 'non-stick' cookware, one set being an almost brand new set of Cuisinart that was NOT Green Gourmet. We were told initially that it was okay to use non-stick as long as we did not overheat it, and as long as we used the range vent while cooking. I began to research and found cases where bird owners shared stories of pans that were not overheated yet their birds died in their arms. And who can guarantee they won't forget a pan on the stove? A Teflon-type pan, overheated, can kill birds in minutes, with no way to save them. I was not taking any chances. It all went. From bakeware to my pots and pans. We were looking around for cast iron, when I stumbled upon Green Gourmet which is completely free of PTFE and PFOA. I even wrote to Cuisinart to be sure it was safe for birds, and they were kind enough to promptly reply and set my mind at ease. The cookware is great practically wipes clean. I am very careful with it, using only bamboo or plastic utensils. We have two types. This set with the stainless steel exterior, and a hard-anodized aluminum skillet that my mother-in-law bought. All of it works great and looks great. I even burned a pan of cranberry sauce you know the stuff cranberries, water and SUGAR, in the small saucepan! (All I could think was that if this had been my OLD cookware, the birds would have likely died from this mistake!) The sugar was a black crust on the bottom and was hard as a rock. I have burned sugar in cheap pans before and had to toss them. Not this stuff. A few minutes in a hot soapy sink full of water, and I scraped the crust off with a plastic knife. I am very impressed at how easily food washes off. We have had these since September 2011 (they were my birthday gift) and they look just as good now as they did new. I would recommend these to anyone but ESPECIALLY to bird owners as a safe alternative to other Teflon-type non-stick!

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It is the most amazing thing and the cleaning is simple. These pans cook so even and the covers fit tight

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Pans use less heat and cook everything better. I threw my old pans away because these pans are so much better!!!!

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Great. No chips on this set. The tri-ply 12 inch Everyday Pan had two chips in the ceramic coating. Had to return the 12 inch pan.

Buy All-Clad Stainless Cassoulet with Lid

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This is essentially the All-Clad stainless steel 3 quart saucier fitted with 2 short handles. The "dutch oven" sold by All-Clad is a similar configuration of the 5 1/2 quart saucier.

This is a versatile stovetop pan--wide enough for frying, deep enough for liquids, good-looking enough to carry to the table. It can also slide into the oven when needed.

It may not be big enough to do a traditional 19th century cassoulet, with large hunks of meat and a gallon or so of beans, as one poster complained, but it functions quite well as an "everyday pan" for up to 4 persons. The dimensions of 9 1/2 inches by 3 inches (plus handles) fit the 3 quart capacity into a compact shape, with a rounded bottom for easy stirring.

If you are looking for a versatile "do-it-all" pan, this is a good choice.

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The Cassoulet is a classic French stew which, according to the Larousse Gastronomique is 'A dish, originally from languedoc which consists of haricot beans cooked in a stew pot with prok rinds and seasonings. A garnish of meats, which varies from region to region, and a gratin topping are added in the final stages'

This is a somewhat pricy piece of cookery for something designed to do a particular, somewhat complicated dish. I originally bought it with a gift certificate to a good cookware store because I wanted to be sure I had something both durable and distinctive. I have since found that the size and shape of the pot, aside from the superior All-Clad construction is excellent for both braises and thick gratins, two of my favorite types of dishes. It also happens to be just the right shape for whisking sauces and making baked pasta dishes and casseroles (note the similarity in name) such as macaroni and cheese. It is especially good for dishes where you want it covered for most of the cooking, with an uncovered browning step at the end.

Excellent pot, especially if you simply cannot live without every possible piece of French cookery!

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I have this pan and use it often and do like it. As far as I can remember it is different than the 3 qt saucier. I recall the saucier having a smaller bottom surface area with more rounded sides. I remember being unimpressed with the saucier for that reason.

I use this for blanching vegetables all the time...it's good for asparagus. Also smaller batches of pasta sauce and smaller type casseroles, mashed potatoes, etc. Overall it's a very nicely sized pan. This pan comes much closer to a true everyday pan then anything else all clad makes. The 10" & 13" "everyday pans" or braisers don't have high enough sides to be very useful IMO.

My dream pan would be very similar to this but larger. Maybe a 4.5 qt version. That would be big enough to make a sauce and add the pasta at the end, also big enough to brown, say 6 pieces of chicken and then braise them in the same pan. Too bad they don't make it. None of their other pans get it right either...if the sides are high enough they tend to sacrifice precious bottom surface area for an overly rounded design.

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I have owned this pan for several months and find that I use it all the time. It has become my go to pan. I cook for two and this pan is the perfect size for us. I often start alot of my dishes on top of the stove and finish them in the oven, this pan works like a charm. And the cleanup is a breeze.

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A perfect addition to my All-Clad pots and pans collection. Perfect for braising, sauteeing, even making soup, or just about anything. Can make a dish for 4 people. Love the shape of this one, so cute.

Best Lodge ASPHH11 Silicone Pro-Logic Handle Holder, Black Deals

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If you use cast iron often, this is a great add-on to your collection. The silicone does not get hot, even holding something that just came out of the oven. Wasn't sure if this would work, but it does! Fits the small grip on most cast iron pans, opposite the long handle. Great for Dutch ovens, though you would need to purchase 2 of them. Great idea!

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I purchased the Lodge ASHH11 Silicone Hot Handle Holder to help me with the heat issue in the handles of my iron skillets. I don't trust the stability of just using the single silicone hot handle, so I bought this to help me stabilize the skillet when I move it. Be prepared to shift your skillets and pots quickly, as these handles still get hot; however, the silicone is a huge improvement over oven mitts and potholders. I recommend this product strongly, but do not expect too much. Use this in conjunction with the Lodge ASHH11 Silicone Hot Handle Holder for, what I think, are the best results. I would give this 5 stars if I did not feel any heat through the silicone, but the product is still very good. After all, it is probably a bit unreasonable to expect that I won't feel any heat when I cook with iron cookware.

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It's hard for me to rate these as I bought them for my Lodge cast iron grill. I just don't use the grill that much, so can't say that these are fabulous, but they do work for what they are intended.

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I returned this item because it did not fit the helper handle at all as it was described. In fact, I was concerned that if I tried to use it, it would fall off and burn my hand instead. So it went back. Replaced it with a different style that works much better.

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This is an item to help left or slide lodge pan from one part of stove to another, but don't carry. Can slip off to easily. Feel safer with one of my own padded pot holders of cloth.

Fagor Futuro Pressure Cooker 5 Piece Set Reviews

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I just received my Fagor Futuro 5-Piece Pressure-Cooker Set, today 07/01/2011, having ordered it two days ago, Amazon Prime, with next day delivery. I had previously purchased a programmable Cuisinart pressure cooker from Amazon.com, and was quite satisfied with it (note, the 5 Star review rating I gave it); however, the other day, as I noticed the "non-sick" surface of the Cuisinart Pressure Cooker had started to peel/chip, this was it, for me. During the past six years, I had already replaced every piece of "non-stick" cookware in my home with tri-ply stainless-steel/aluminum clad, and Lodge Logic Cast-iron cookware, and so wasn't about to put up with a peeling/chipped "non-stick" cook surface, not even in my pressure cooker.

After some subsequent online research of current pressure cookers available, I determined that this "Fagor Futuro 5-Piece Pressure-Cooker Set", is just what I want/need in a no-nonsense, modern, durable, and easy to use and maintain pressure cooker. It's a bit more expensive than some others I reviewed, but I tend to purchase for the long haul. I like everything about the quality of this 5-Piece-Set Fagor Pressure Cooker, it's made in Spain, has a ten year warranty, and parts/accessories should they be needed or wanted, can be easily seen and ordered from the Fagor USA online web site. This set, also, with the two cook pans doubles as either regular 4-qt or 6-qt pressure cookers or regular cook pans with the included glass cover usable with either cook pan. These two pans, also stack, one in the other, and along with the unique short handles of this set, make for easy/convenient storage, in little space. The Fagor stove top pressure cookers are now my choice, when it comes to pressure cookers, and I'll never again purchase anymore "non-stick coated" cooking surfaces, for my use, not even in a pressure cooker.

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The quality of this cookware is impressive. Nice heavy heavy bottom with an aluminum core, gorgeous shiny stainless steel finish on the outside, etc. I also love that the pots nest for storage. The whole set does not take up much cabinet space, and since this set includes a non-pressure glass lid and steamer basket, I was able to get rid of my vegetable steamer pot.

I've only made 1 batch of risotto in it, but it turned out delicious, and was cooked so quickly! The pressure lid was very easy to lock into place, the indicator rod is bright yellow, so it's very easy to see, and the quick release valve worked perfectly. I can't wait to try some other dishes in my new pressure cooker!

One thing to note: the packing materials in the manufacturer's box are not substantial. The first set I was shipped (by another retailer) had a broken handle on the 4 quart pot. The replacement set I received was perfect.

Also good to know: Fagor's website sells replacement parts for just about anything that could break or wear out on thishandles, valves, gaskets, etc.

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I've bought several Fagor pressure cookers through the years and they always work fine. In fact they work great! This pressure cooker is no different. The only thing that's kind of tricky is getting the lid lined up so the pressure cooker is sealed. The Splendid and Duo models are a bit easier to line up but it's not a problem.

I do love the short handles used to make this pressure cooker set which is why I bought them. You can store the pots using less space.

As always I highly recommend the Fagor pressure cookers. They work well and are our far cheaper than their pricier counterparts.

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I am new to this type of cooking. I decided to give it a try because, as a vegetarian, I cook a lot of beans and grains. A few weeks ago, I made a bean dish that took 4 hours to cook and I finally broke down and bought this cooker after reading the reviews. I just made the same dish and it took only 40 minutes (and it could have perhaps taken less, I don't know). The cooker was really easy to use and easy to clean, although I did read the instructions and watch some youtube videos first. At first I didn't have the top on quite right (I hadn't locked it fully) and I figured that out and then it worked great. I would really recommend reading the instructions if you have never used one of these. Since the pieces all fit together, it doesn't take up too much space in my tiny kitchen. It wasn't silent, but it wasn't overly loud, which is a complaint I have heard about the old cookers. I think i will get a lot of use out of this.

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I bought this pressure cooker almost a year ago and from day one I have been using it almost everyday. Being an Indian, I have used pressure cookers for a while now, so I am not new to the pressure cooking world.

I like the open pot model of this pressure cooker, it makes stirring meat much easier. It does have both 8 psi and 15 psi setting, I have hardly ever used the 8 psi setting, may be someday. We are a two people family, me and hubby, so 99% of my cooking is done in the 4 quart model. I only use the 6 quart when I cook for a bigger gathering.

This model is made in Spain. Cleaning is breeze, took sometime to adjust with the pressure cooker lid but overall I am very satisfied with the product. If I had to do it again, I might just buy the 4 quart model only, since that's what I use for majority of my cooking.

Kaiser Bakeware Noblesse 9-1/2-Inch Non-stick Quiche Pan Review

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This is a good, sturdy tart pan. While the coating is pretty good, it doesn't cover the edges, thereby exposing the underlying metal, and it's starting to rust there already, even with meticulous hand washing.

And, along those lines, this pan cut the LIFE out of my hand when washing it. That top, uncoated edge is razor sharp, and when all lubed up with soap and applying pressure to wash the bits of tart out of the nooks and crannies, the pan slipped and sliced 3 fingers. I was bleeding for days; the cuts were deep. Usually, I'd chalk this up to idiocy, but I have no idea what I would have done differently. I think from now on, I will actually hold it in a padded oven mitt, wash thoroughly, and then toss the mitt in the wash. I'm not kidding, it WILL happen again.

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What I like best about the Kaiser Noblesse pan is that unlike most pans this is coated so it will not rust. You can put this into the dishwasher and it washes up well. I have had less expensive tart pans with no finish only have them rust. This pan will not rust, and the removable base really helps you serve up your dish in a very eye pleasing way. The removeable base also enables slicing your dish easily. I highly recommend this pan!

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I've been baking since my preteen years, and so I've come to know that a little weight in a baking sheet or pan is a plus for the baker. Weight means that your baked goods are secure when being transferred to and from the oven, that they brown well and evenly, and that the pan will last for years with proper care. This pan offers all those pluses and is a quality product.

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This quiche / tart pan is ROCK SOLID. Made in Germany... more durable than the typical pan found at the discount stores!

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very nice. thicker and sturdier feeling than some of the standard tart pans. Someone noted that the edges are sharp? I didn't think that the edges were unduly sharp. I don't recommend using the pan bottom as a cutting surface though. The whole pan seems to have some kind of nonstick coating.

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As stated in a previous review, this rack has to be mounted directly into the wall studs. Unfortunately, the limited space in my small kitchen and the location that I wanted to mount the shelf did not allow for mounting the shelf directly into wall studs. The solution.....I attached a 24" X 36" piece of 3/4" birch plywood into the studs using eight 3" drywall screws (it's a good idea to countersink the screws into the plywood). To the plywood, I laminated a 24" X 36" stainless steel backsplash (available at Lowes or Home Depot for about 30 bucks) with liquid nails and four screws (holes are pre-drilled on each corner). I could then mount the bookshelf rack into the plywood/stainless steel backsplash without having to worry about mounting the unit into studs. You can also add some trim around the edges of the plywood/stainless to hide the plywood edges. My Cuisinart Mult-Clad Pro cookware looks great displayed from this rack. The mount is rock solid.

If this solution exceeds your carpentry skills, I would recommend hiring a handyman to complete the job. It should take no more than one hour to complete the mounting. I would also recommend going to the hardware store and purchasing four American-made lag bolts and four stainless steel wood screws (the bolts provided with the shelf are metric and cheaply made). My total investment in the project (not including the shelf) was $39.50 and well worth the additional expense. I would love to include pictures with this review but I keep getting a message that Amazon is experiencing technical difficulties uploading pictures. I will however, keep trying and update this review with pictures. In closing, I would even use this method for mounting if I didn't have issues with the location of the studs. The plywood/backsplash protects the wall from cookware dings and looks great!

UPDATE: Finally got a couple of pictures to upload. My my next Amazon purchase will probably be a good digital camera!

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Looks very nice with a brushed stainless finish and compliments stainless steel appliances perfectly. Quite heavy. Keep in mind that to mount this unit safely on sheet rock walls that you must screw it into the wall studs. The unit has two mounting holes drilled at 32 inches, which is correct if your builder has spaced the studs properly on 16 inch centers, [ good luck on this if you live in the Atlanta area as we do].

The wood screws supplied with this unit are of the cheap import variety and snap easily when torqued down. One of them broke off in the wall , forcing us to drill it out of the wall and replace it with an oversized screw. Save yourself the headache and buy four U.S. made screws and toss the others away before you begin.

Lastly, the hook hangers that come with this unit are all of equal length and hang at a bit of an angle. I didn't think that made for the most efficient use of the space available and I got my husband to shorten and bend a couple of them in order to hang pans at varying heights. The hooks are made of heavy gauge stainless steel and are VERY tough to cut and bend. If you wish to do this you'll need a good vice and a strong arm.

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Very happy. Comes with 12 hooks, so there is not need to get additional pit hangers. Fairly easy to install, and the bolts that came with it worked fine. You will need a drill, a level, and a stud finder to install. No issues so far after three months and multiple compliments from friends!

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I mostly followed fyurguy's instructions but I have a few tips to add as well:

Supply List:

-Cuisinart Pot Rack (as shown here)

-24x36" stainless steel backsplash Broan SP3604 Backsplash 24-Inch by 36-Inch Stainless Steel Range Hood Wall Shield

-24x36" 3/4" thick birch plywood (this part is tricky, I will explain below)

-x5 1/2" #8 Stainless Steel Screws

-Box of 3" Course Thread Drywall Screws (don't bother with the fine thread)

-Flat Black Spraypaint

-x1 squeeze tube of liquid nail

-x1 cheap paint brush (its just to spread liquid nail... I used an old paint soaked one. It doesn't matter)

-Metal Boring bits for your drill

OK to begin, the Plywood is probably the trickiest thing about this setup. Most stores won't have a prefab cut of plywood in 24x36. You can have a lot of places cut a Longer sheet down, but their tools they use to cut it are used for rough cuts and not the precision you need. If you don't have the equipment to cut sheets of plywood, have the store get it as close as possible then with a jigsaw clean up the edges. You need the backsplash (which is EXACTLY 24x36) to be flush with the Plywood

Once you have your plywood cut and ready to go, take the spray paint and paint all the edges with a few coats to make sure they are good and covered in the little crevices. I sanded down the edges of the plywood to make the suface look a bit cleaner for the end product. Let this dry for as long as you can, you don't want this rubbing off on your wall when you are taking your stud measurements.

While the pain is drying, take a studfinder and find your mounting points. Always check (in a spot that will be covered) by hammering a finishing nail into the wall if it sticks than you got yourself a stud. In a lot of buildings there are things in the wall that may interfere with the studfinder's capability to accurately represent whats behind the wall. You stud locations need to be precise, mark off on the wall both side of your studs that you find for the plywood.

Once the paint is dry, hold the board up to the wall, make sure everything is plumb, and mark where the studs are on the plywood. Draw a line all the way up and down on the board to mark off your screwing region -trust me, this helps. Now take the board down and pre-drill counter sinks into the plywood. When someone is holding that board up on the wall, you want to be able to just slam those screws in as fast as possible. It also helps to take a very fine drill bit and drill a guide hole if you have hardwood studs like I have in my old house. The counter sunk holes make sure that your screws will be flush with the plywood once they are in place.

Once you have the counter sink holes, line the backsplash up on the plywood. Find the dead center of the board and bore a small hole in the back splash. You want a fifth SS screw in the center to make sure that the backsplash stays put. After you have the center hole drilled, take your plywood to the wall and mount it in. I personally used 5 screws in each stud and 4 screws directly into the drywall (just for poops and giggles). Always double check that everything is plumb with the ground before screwing this in... once its in, its in... You can't really try this again.

Next step: cover the plywood (that is now on the wall) with liquid nail.. You want ti to be spread out and not globbing. It is more effective the more even the coating is. Take your 1/2" SS screws and screw that puppy in. Make sure everything is lined up perfectly because you will be screwing close to the edges of the Plywood. You don't want to split the wood. Drill a tiny tiny guide-hole if it makes you feel more comfortable.

Congratulations! You now have a SS backsplash weigh anchor mounted on your wall!

From here you follow the Cuisinart directions, but I will still tell you what I did, and the order I did it in:

Tightly bolt the arms of the unit onto the shelf unit so it looks like the finished product (keep the wire rack out of it though). Have someone hold the unit up to your backsplash and find the position you want it in. I put mine at the very top, but it really is just personal preference. Mark the screw holes on the unit (there are 4) with a piece of chalk or a pencil (chalk is easier to see and cleans off better). Pre-drill the holes with a metal boring bit so all 4 are ready to go.

Take the arms off of the shelf unit and set them aside. Mount the shelf part onto the wall first with the supplied SS lag bolts and washers, but attach it loosely DO NOT RATCHET THESE DOWN TOO TIGHTLY. Bolt on the supplied arms and use the supplied lag bolts to post them into your pre-drilled holes. Line everything up while you have it loose and then tighten all your bolts. Again, DO NOT over tighten the bolts, they will likely just be going into plywood and maybe a bit of stud if you have lined it up this way. tighten it too much and it will strip the hole.

Finally, slide in the SS grate and you are done! Voila!

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