Amazon.com Review

The most challenging part of cooking often is craning your neck to read the cookbook while simultaneously sautéing a pan of veggies and simmering a sauce. This three-piece cookbook holder purges this hassle by displaying the cookbook on the countertop at a convenient angle for reading while you cook. The stand includes an acrylic splashguard that protects the pages of the cookbook from spills and splatters, nonskid feet for stable positioning, and an adjustable back for finding the perfect viewing angle. When not in use, the stand collapses for easy storage. --Rivers Janssen ... Read more

Features

• Collapsible construction for convenient storage
• 3-piece stand holds cookbook while you prepare recipes
• Adjustable back lets user find ideal reading angle
• Acrylic splashguard protects pages from splatters
• Nonskid feet ensure stability

Amazon.com Review

From Amco's Basic Ingredients line, these stainless-steel cups are essential for bakers and cooks alike. The sturdy handles--conveniently stamped with the cup's measurement--resist bending. Each cup features a small pour spout on each side--large enough for pouring, but small enough to avoid unwanted spills. Made with flat bottoms to discourage tipping, the cups nest for tidy storage and happily traverse the sudsy world of the dishwasher. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher-safe
• Four-piece set measures 6-1/2 inches long
• Stainless-steel construction
• Cups are fastened with handy connector ring
• Stackable for space-saving storage

Reviews (5)

Handle breaks under weight of ingredients
I can't recommend these measuring cups. The handles aren't very strongly attached; shortly after I purchased a set, I was holding the one-cup measuring cup by the handle while it was full of flour, and the cup snapped off and fell to the floor.

Another great kitchen product from Amco
The Amco 4-piece Steel Measuring Cup Set is something I use all the time. They are sturdy and well manufactured and I don't think they will be falling apart very soon. I bought it as an extra set of measuring cups I can use when cooking, but I now consider this set my main one. I consider this purchase a good investment and will most certainly purchase other Amco products in the future.

Handles Break Off Easily
Loved how these cups function but once placed in the dishwasher 2-3 times, the handles easily came off. They seem to just be glued on. Don't recommend.

Functional and esthetically pleasing.
If you love to prepare food, these measuring cups are for you. They are very well made and are fairly heavy. No cheap metal here. They feel good in your hand. If cooking is as much of an art as a necessity to you, these will make an excellent addition to your kitchen.

I love these measuring cups...
I have two sets of these. They're sturdy & clean up easily. No worries about them melting in the dishwasher either. In fact, when measuring butter or shortening, I heat them just a little so the contents slip out easily. No scraping! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The four measuring spoons contained within this set (1/4 teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, 1 tablespoon) are made of sturdy stainless steel, with easy-to-read labels on each handle. Impeccably weighted, with long, comfortable handles, these spoons are easy to hold steady while measuring. The spoons are well-rounded, so liquid measures are unlikely to splash out and scooping even hard, dry ingredients is unproblematic. A kitchen essential, these measuring spoons are durable enough to last a long time. --Amanda Powter ... Read more

Features

• Attached together with a durable ring
• Tablespoon and teaspoon measures
• All spoons less than 5 inches long
• Stainless-steel construction
• Dishwasher-safe

Reviews (5)

the best set of measuring spoons for your money
How many measuring spoons do you need in a set? Just four.

After reading all the positive reviews, I bought this set on Amazon.com six months ago. The spoons are sturdy and heavy-set, with their curvature perfectly shaped to measure both dry and wet ingredients. Unlike ones made of plastic or aluminum, the stainless steel construction makes the measured ingredients slide right off without leaving messy residues. Also, its stream-lined design makes its cleanup a breeze.

Good set of spoons.
For many years I have been working with inferior spoons. I had mostly plastic sets and Aluminum ones (I think they were aluminum). Boy was I glad to get this set. The spoons are really well made. First of all, they're heavy and not flimsy like those plastic or aluminum ones (which feel like they'll break at anytime). Secondly, I haven't been able to tarnish these spoons (Unlike my plastic set that was stained pretty badly). I recommend this set to anyone who had to go through life using those flimsy, inferior spoons.

Sturdy, high quality
These are well-made spoons, not junky at all, which is always a possibility with cheap, mail-order items of this type. The steel is heavy-gauge, and all the edges are rounded and safe. Good value and a good way to "top up" an order.

My favorite set of measuring spoons.
Why do I like these so much? Because the other two sets of measuring spoons I currently own are too shallow to hold liquid. The Amco spoons are a lot deeper than your average measuring spoon, so I find it a lot easier to use when having to measure out liquids when I'm cooking. They also seem to be a lot more sturdier. My other two sets are getting bent out of shape, and I'm afraid they will break in two. I'm very pleased with the Amco set.

Amco 4 piece stainless steel measuring spoons
I love the set of stainless steel measuring spoons I ordered through Amazon.com. They are so durable compared to the other plastic spoons I've owned, which always seemed to be getting chewed up making it almost impossible to read the unit of measure on the spoon. Also love the round shape and long handles that make getting into small places much easier. I plan on having these quality spoons around for years. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Because of their constant contact with water and other liquids, colanders made of stainless steel are exceedingly useful and long-lasting. Beyond the superior metal, this model also has a superior look. With rows of leaf-shaped holes, this colander will add to the beauty of what's happening in the kitchen. Leaf-shaped holes also prevent small, round foods from slipping through the colander. This colander measures 10-3/4 inches in diameter with 1-inch-high base, and is dishwasher-safe.--Rhonda Langdon ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher-safe
• Perfect for rinsing and draining pastas, fruits, and vegetables
• Measures 10-3/4 inches in diameter with 1-inch-high base
• Unique leaf-shaped hole design prevents small, round food from slipping through
• Durable stainless-steel construction will not rust

Reviews (1)

Is there any difference?
I've seen a lot of colanders and personally, they're all about the same. What makes the Amco Colander better than others is that it uses standard sizes and they're known for their high quality steel. This is one of those where you can substitute for a cheaper product but if you got the money, go for it. =) ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Create perfect egg slices every time with this versatile egg slicer from Amco. Choose from three slicing options including; vertical and horizontal egg slices for salad toppings, or wedges for potato or egg salad. The slicer is also ideal for cutting small, delicate fruits like kiwi or strawberry. You can even use the slicer to chop small vegetables such as mushrooms or even black olives for a zesty puttanesca sauce. Simple-to-clean, the egg slicer can be hand washed or placed in a dishwasher. It measures 5-1/4 by 3-3/4 by 1-3/4 inches, and stores nicely in a cupboard or kitchen drawer.--Jessica Reuling ... Read more

Features

• Measures 5-1/4 by 3-3/4 by 1-3/4 inches; compact size stores easily
• Unique egg slicer with 3 cutting faces; chrome-plated exterior
• Slices horizontally and vertically; also cuts wedge-shaped pieces
• Ideal for creating chef's salads or egg-based appetizers
• Cuts soft fruits and vegetables such as strawberries, kiwi, and mushrooms

Features

• These unique cups have a line inside the bowl to mark the half of the measurement -- making it much easier to halve a recipe when necessary
• Set of 4 measuring cups -- 1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/3 cup,1/4 cup
• 18/10 Stainless Steel
• Single-piece construction eliminates the weld for enhanced strength and hygiene
• Ergonomically designed for maximum comfort and to balance on the counter

Features

• Dishwasher safe
• Silicone ends will easily release food
• Square-edge tongs allow for perfect pick ups.
• Heat resistant up to 625 degrees
• Silicone does not damage coated cookware surfaces and is the perfect complement to non-stick or anodized cookware

Amazon.com Review

The first bowl you'll reach for when whipping up a birthday cake or a batch of frosting, this stainless-steel bowl is especially useful when working with ingredients that should stay chilled. Simply pop the bowl in the freezer for a few minutes before using, and your cream will whip much more quickly. The sturdy lip of the bowl makes a firm grip easy to maintain. This bowl is really designed to be a true kitchen workhorse. It holds up well to a variety of temperatures, and you can pop it in the dishwasher as necessary. --Jill Lightner ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher-safe
• 6-quart capacity, great for mixing cookie dough and cake batter
• Flat bottom
• Stainless-steel construction
• Sturdy lip makes it easy to grasp

Reviews (3)

I want to give this 3...
because it does not fit my needs, but that would not be fair. yes it is an excellent bowl, and way better then I expected. A bit pricy though for a bowl.I looked at the ones locally, and while the quality is much less, they would have fit my needs fine. I do love this bowl but I would not ever need one this good.On the plus side,with this quality I can let the kids play with it too.

Kitchen Essential: Amco Bowl--6-Quart
Amco is a commercial line of heavy duty stainless steel products that are used in restaurant and home kitchens. I have a set of less expensive stainless steel bowls, but I packed them away when I discovered the Amco bowls. I like the idea that I can purchase exactly the size bowls that I need for cooking and baking.

This Amco 6-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl is a convenient size. The flat bottom on this bowl means that you can place it on a counter (on top of a damp flour sack kitchen towel would prevent any slippage). There are many times you will want to use this bowl instead of using your stand mixer for making easy bread, muffin, brownie, and cake mix recipes from boxes, using an electric hand mixer or a wooden spoon. For example, chocolate brownie mixes usually recommend 50 stirs by hand, so you can hold the bowl by the rim with one hand and stir with the other.

Highly recommended! These bowls are dishwasher-safe, too.

Convenient !
This is beautiful Mixing Bowl ! And this is convenience for all cooking and it is easy to clean this. I think everyone will be satisfied. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Ideal for skewering cocktail olives, onions, and cherries, thefour picks in this set have spiral tops that add a flourish toManhattans, martinis, and Gibsons while also securing the picks toserving-glass edges. Essential tools for elegant entertaining, the3-3/4-inch picks are made of 18/8 stainless steel, so they resist rustand stains and go safely into the dishwasher. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher-safe
• Perfect for skewering cocktail olives, onions, cherries
• Spiral tops add flourish and secure picks to glass edges
• Four picks each measure 3-3/4 inches long
• Made of 18/8 stainless steel

Reviews (2)

These are WONDERFUL
These look very stylish but more importantly, they hang onto the edge of the glass very well (making it easy for guests to retrieve their olives or onions or whatever, without getting their fingers all wet). Also, they are long enough to hold 2 or 3 olives if you want. Very attractive on the glass!

Functional and stylish too
I have contemporary tastes and was looking for something stylish. I bought the set Amco has that is called "Galaxy" -- comes with one pick with the design above and also comes with a lightning bolt, flat spiral and flat open star. All look great in the glass and hold the fruit well. The stainless steel will last a long time. The only think I would add is that it would be great to see this in a yellow gold too (if the finish would hold up to liquor). ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This is definitely not your grandmother's sifter. Unlike the old handle-crank variety with one layer of mesh, this sifter contains three layers of mesh and three sifting blades. The result is silky-smooth flour for fluffy cakes and well-mixed dry ingredients for melt-in-your-mouth cookies. 3 cups in this sifter may be a little ambitious for the extra-tidy cook (because of possible spills), although 2 cups fit just fine. This product's spring-loaded handle makes sifting quick, but also intense, which might make it difficult for people with weak grips. However, the result is well worth the work. --Amanda Powter ... Read more

Features

• Three layers of mesh and three rotating wheels
• Ideal for sifting dry ingredients
• 4-inch diameter, 2-inch handle, 3-cup capacity
• Stainless-steel construction
• Dishwasher-safe

Reviews (4)

poor quality for the companies reputation
This sifter broke a month after I got it. It seems sturdy but it actually requires carefull handling. The sifting is somewhat slow but good (excercise!!!).

Too much work, didn't last long
The Amco sifter broke during the second time I was using it and the first time I used it it took a long time and the handle kept sticking. Also my hand, wrist and arm were hurting so bad from all the work it took just to get four cups sifted. It also leaks flour where the handle is at the bottom.

I love it!
This is just like the one that my grandmother owned, but the handle is easier to move!

Sturdy Design
This sifter is very sturdy and well-made. The sifting handle is smooth and allows whatever items you are sifting to flow through easily - no shaking necessary! This item also cleans up troublefree. ... Read more

Features

• Easy to clean
• Double Digital timer monitors two projects simultaneously
• Left display can be set for minutes and seconds
• magnetic clip allows timer to affix to the refrigerator, apron, or stand up on countertop
• Stainless Steel Nickel finish

Amazon.com Review

Scrambling a few eggs for breakfast is a breeze in this top-quality bowl. The blue rubber coating on the bottom grips your working surface, so your creation stays put, even while being vigorously mixed. Nearly impossible to knock over, this sturdy bowl is invaluable if you have children who like to help in the kitchen; if you or one of your darlings happens to drop it, this bowl, like a cat, nearly always lands on its feet--plus, the rubber muffles the clanging. --Dana Van Nest ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher-safe
• Heavy-gauge, brushed stainless steel
• Flat bottom for superior balance
• Rubber coating prevents slippage
• Professional quality

Reviews (1)

Good Little Mixing Bowl
Amco is a commercial line of heavy duty stainless steel products that are used in restaurant and home kitchens. I have a set of less expensive stainless steel bowls, but I packed them away when I discovered the Amco bowls. I like the idea that I can purchase exactly the size bowls that I need for cooking and baking.

This Amco 2-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl is a convenient size for scrambling a few eggs, making a marinade, sauce, or dip. The flat rubberized bottom means that you can place it on a counter while doing your mixing, and it won't slip.

Highly recommended! This bowls is dishwasher-safe, too. ... Read more

Features

• Attractive styling
• Set of 4 measuring spoons - 1 Tbsp, 1 Tsp, 1/2 Tsp, 1/4 Tsp
• 18/10 Stainless Steel
• Single-piece construction eliminates the weld for enhanced strength and hygiene
• Ergonomically designed for maximum comfort and to balance on the counter

Amazon.com Review

The first bowl you'll reach for when mixing morning pancakes or banana bread, this stainless-steel bowl is especially useful when working with ingredients that should stay chilled. Simply pop the bowl in the freezer for a few minutes before using, and your cream will whip much more quickly. The sturdy lip of the bowl makes a firm grip easy to maintain. This bowl is really designed to be a true kitchen workhorse. It holds up well to a variety of temperatures, and you can pop it in the dishwasher as necessary. --Jill Lightner ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher-safe
• 4-quart capacity, great for mixing batter
• Flat bottom
• Stainless-steel construction
• Sturdy lip makes it easy to grasp

Reviews (4)

Great design... great price... great all around
This is a wonderful item. Before I had this one (and the same one in another size) I only had plastic bowls. This one is so much better on alot of levels.

First it is a wonderful, all around great size. Its substantial size makes it great for alot of mixing chores. Its easy to clean and maintain. And great for salads as it holds the temperature and the salads stay cold.

My old plastic bowls werent as study and had a tendancy to tip, didnt help with temerature reculation and were harder to clean (tomato would stain it , you couldnt use plastic as a make-shif double boiler, and it was hard to ever be sure any grease was off it, essential for whipping egg whites.

this is a great item. They arent bad for storage either as they nest. I wouldnt get any other bowls, at this point...

Cool Bowl
I never thought I'd gush about a mixing bowl, but this one is great. I bought it as part of a deal with the Whirley Pop popcorn popper and I love this bowl. This is a thicker and heavier stainless steel than all my other bowls. Because it is heavier, it is less prone to move or tip over. All mixing bowls are not created the same, and this one is clearly one of the best.

Essential Kitchen Items: Amco Bowls
Amco is a commercial line of heavy duty stainless steel products that are used in restaurant and home kitchens. I have a set of less expensive stainless steel bowls, but I packed them away when I discovered the Amco bowls. I like the idea that I can purchase exactly the size bowls that I need for cooking and baking.

This Amco 4-Quart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl is a convenient size. I recommend buying the 5-Quart and 6-Quart sizes too. (Recall that KitchenAid Stand Mixer Bowls are in 4.5-Quart and 5-Quart sizes.) The flat bottoms means that you can place them on a counter (on top of a damp flour sack kitchen towel would prevent any slippage). There are many times you will want to use one of these bowls instead of using your stand mixer. For example, chocolate brownie mixes usually recommend 50 stirs by hand.

Highly recommended! These bowls are dishwasher-safe, too.

A great Bowl!
I love this bowl! There is nothing like stainless steel for versatility, you can use this for anything! ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Whether you're grilling chicken, steaming corn on the cob, or serving salad, these tongs are sure to be helpful. With a durable, rustproof, stainless-steel handle and nylon tips, which resist heat up to 400 degrees, this tool is ideal for lifting and flipping hot foods. Plus, its 12-inch length lets you keep your distance from a sizzling grill or a boiling pot of water. In addition, smooth grips along the tongs' edges allow you to easily pick up tender meat without piercing it. But maybe the most handy feature these tongs offer is their locking mechanism. By pushing down the ring at the top of the handle you lock the tongs into a closed position, making it easy to store them in a drawer or transport them to a barbecue. To open, simply pull up on the ring. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• Smooth edges won't damage food
• Locking mechanism for easy storage
• Rustproof 18/8 stainless-steel handle
• Heat-resistant nylon tongs
• 12-inch length

Reviews (8)

Amco Stainless-Steel and Nylon Locking Tongs
They are acceptable as one can use them w/ non-stick cookware. They were the only tongs I was able to find for use w/ non-stick cookware, when I ordered them last year.
They do not grip well at all: the "gripping" parts shift when you try to grip something. They also have really sharp edges on all the stainless steel parts. I expected a better quality from the Amco brand. BTW, the locking mechanism works just the opposite than most other "regular" tongs I have used + the mechanism also unexpectedly disengages by itself...

Don't know how I managed without it
After purchasing this quite a while ago from Amazon and after almost daily use since then :::

[1] It's THE SAFEST utensil that this older, rather unsteady, & quite short woman has found so far to handle ANY hot foods cooking on any flat surface. -- Just for one example : I oven-char many veggies before using in a recipe : eggplant, tomatoes, garlic, onions, etc. The idea is to blacken & blister the veggies' skin all over under the oven broiler, so it then comes off very easily after a brief icewater bath. -- For me, it's better if I can rotate the veggies while they're still under the broiler, rather than having to pull the broiler pan in & out to do it. Well, before I tried these tongs it was always either my oven mitt or ME, not the veggies, which got the most charring-blackening-blistering during the rotating process!

[2] In answer to a previous reviewer's difficulty using the tongs with regular metal (not nonstick) pans: We have sets of both types of pans. These tongs WILL work perfectly with regular metal pans IF you apply a very light spray or coating of some sort on the pan. -- Our choice is always a good-quality olive oil [the Misto sprayer sold here at Amazon does a fantastic & quick job of delivering a truly LIGHT coating of any oil]. However, a very small amount of any cooking oil or even butter, spread around with a paper towel as the metal pan is just beginning to warm, will also do the trick. -- Let's face it, nothing but a heavy hand with a heavy spatula is gonna pry a pork chop off a metal surface on or under high heat!

[3] This and especially its shorter companions (which were also available at one time here at Amazon too, not sure if they still are) make very good-looking & easy-to-use SERVING utensils AT THE TABLE, for various kinds of salads, for bread or rolls, for chops or small steaks, in fact for just about anything that's not 'liquidy'. -- The locking feature helps them take up much less room in or atop a serving dish or actually on the table than one would think. -- AND, if you want spoon-rests or "TONG-RESTS" for the business end of these things : Try a pretty set of those shallow long/narrow corn-on-the-cob serving dishes! They work perfectly for either tabletop or stovetop.

Fantastic item
Great item! I have looked for something like this to use in non-stick cookware so as not to scratch. It is finally here!! I have used it several times. It is a great product. I even bought one for my sister too! I love it and I am sure you will too.

Clumbsy to use
Wouldn't bother with these if you don't cook on nonstick surfaces. After about a month, I am already noticing some wear (ie - melting) in the tips. They are A LOT bigger than they need to be, making using them somewhat difficult especially when you are trying to handle small pieces of food (shrimp for example). They are also a bit stiff - meaning you really have to squeeze them to grab the food. Finally, there is no way to lock the tongs closed when you store them away, so they take up a lot of room in your drawers. The stiffness and size are the biggest problem with these tongs.

Since there are few alternatives to tongs to select from when cooking on nonstick surfaces, these will work just fine.

Durable and safe!
I received these tongs as a wedding gift, and my husband and I couldn't be happier with them. We use them for my nonstick grill pan to turn the meat. They open large enough to turn chicken, steak, fish...just about any meat you could think of to grill. I also use them to turn fried chicken. They don't scratch my pans, and I can just throw them in the dishwasher to clean.

For reveiwers who can't get them to open, there must be a problem with yours, because mine open to a full 7" and grip the meat beautifully. Of course you have to squeeze - unless you have invented a springloaded tong that does the work for you, all tongs require squeezing to grip the food. Also, for those reviewers who don't think there is a locking mechanism, all you do close the tongs and push the curved metal piece at the end down. ... Read more

Product Description

Unlike the flimsy ones you find at the corner grocery, this dust pan is substantial in weight, made of durable stainless steel. It has a thick, rubber edge that hugs the floor to catch the tiniest specs. For convenience when storing away, the brush locks into the pan's handle so both reside together until your next cleanup call. The strong and sturdy brush bristles won't easily bend or break. 9.5 x 12.5-in. pan; 12-in. long brush. ... Read more

Features

• Material: Stainless steel
• Origin: China

Features

• Attractive styling
• Set of 5 measuring spoons: 2 Tsp, 1 1/2 tsp, 2/3 tsp, 1/8 tsp, pinch
• 18/10 Stainless Steel
• Single-piece construction eliminates the weld for enhanced strength and hygiene
• Ergonomically designed for maximum comfort and to balance on the counter

Features

• Dishwasher safe
• Silicone ends will easily release food
• Square-edge tongs allow for perfect pick ups.
• Heat resistant up to 625 degrees
• Silicone does not damage coated cookware surfaces and is the perfect complement to non-stick or anodized cookware

Amazon.com Review

One of the keys to fresh-tasting cookies is cooling them properly once they come out of the oven. Scooping them straight off the pan and onto wax paper doesn't help the bottoms cool; in fact, it can make them soggy by trapping heat and moisture. Use this extra-long stainless-steel cooling rack instead. It measures 16-1/2 by 11-1/2 inches, so it can hold a whole batch of your world-famous chocolate-chip cookies, and the base is raised 3/4 of an inch to allow for plenty of air to circulate. The bars are a mere half-inch wide, so nothing should fall through the cracks but a few crumbs, and, best of all, it's dishwasher-safe. --Doree Armstrong ... Read more

Features

• Dishwasher safe
• 16-1/2 by 11-1/2 inches
• Use to cool cookies, cakes after baking
• Half-inch spaced bars keeps food from falling through
• Base is raised 3/4-inch to allow food to cool without getting soggy

Reviews (4)

Best cooling racks I ever bought
Money wisely spent. I bought two of these substantial, sturdy racks and use them nearly every day to cool cookies, muffins, bread loaves, buns, cakes, waffles, pancakes, etc. The lines are close enough together that cookies don't bend or fall through. These racks also work in the bottom of my large roasting pan, to keep meats off the bottom of the pan. no more scrubbing by hand and no more rusty cooling racks. Buy two, so you have one available while the other is in the dishwasher. You'll love 'em.

DON'T BUY THIS RACK IF YOU WANT STAINLESS STEEL!
Unfortunately, I missed the reviewer who correctly stated that this is NOT A STAINLESS STEEL rack.

It is merely a plain, chrome-plated rack, like virtually any other rack.

It's bad enough that it came and wasn't as described, but the fact that the description hasn't been updated since last June (18 months) to help buyers avoid dissapointment is just poor service.

NOT stainless steel
I've been looking for stainless steel cooling racks and when I found it here I ordered 3. When they arrived, I noticed the surface flaking. Which indicates these are chrome or nickel plated. These are NOT stainless steel as advertised.

Update: One of the reviewer states that the term "stainless steel" means "machine washable". Stainless steel is steel with a percentage of Chromium and another element which makes them resistant to rust. If you've heard the term 18/10 stainless those are the percentage of material that makes them a certain grade of stainless steel. I still have the racks because i can't seem to find stainless steel racks. The search goes on.

Cool Makes For Great Cooking
I can finally stop using brown paper or dishtowels to cool cookies. This stainless steel cooling rack from Amco is perfect and I can get a whole batch of cookies on one rack. Easy to clean up after and versatile. I even put pies and cake pans on it right from the oven. It is sturdy and I keep finding more uses for it. ... Read more