Since we sold our first Pizza Steel in Denmark, May 2015, we have spent a lot of time testing various steel types and dimensions.

In doing so, we discovered (much to our own surprise) that thicker wasn't automatically better. If you want a baking steel that will be excellent in both pizza making and bread baking, the steel has to have the right dimensions. Too thin, and it won't store enough heat for the demanding initial stage when the dough hits the steel and absorbs heat from the steel. Too thick, and it will have a hard time recharging after the demanding initial phase of baking, since the top of the steel is covered with dough, it can only absorb new heat through the bottom of the steel. The thicker the steel, the harder the recharging.

So, after testing 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 mm steels extensively for several months, two winners emerged:

The 6 and 8 mm steels both delivered excellent results.

But, because the 6 mm steel reaches peak temperature faster, and because it weighs about 2 kg less than the 8 mm version (which makes it easier to handle in the kitchen), the 6 mm prototype came out as our overall test winner.

If you are a parent, you know the special feeling that rushes through your body, when you realise that you have created something perfect.

Baking a bread will never be as special as holding your baby for the first time, but still, creating that perfect bread, baguette or pizza (that you always dreamt of, but never thought possible in your dull oven) will make you feel great!

The Pizza Steel can help you experience such moments, and share the results with the ones you love.  The Pizza Steel took my baking to another level, and I'm sure it will be the same for you!

The Pizza Steel is form stable up to 700 °C and works perfectly with a gas fired BBQ since you will be able to manage the extreme heat by turning off the gas while the pizza is on the steel. When used on a coal-fired BBQ, it is best not to place the coal directly underneath the steel, or wait until the temperature is right, unless you prefer your pizzas charred :-).

Have you ever experienced that frustrating moment, when your new expensive pizza stone breaks into two or more pieces?

With The Pizza Steel, you will never ever experience this again.

We give you a 10 year long "it definitely won't break" guarantee on The Pizza Steel. It will most likely last a lifetime or two anyway.