Archive for May, 2009

Why Does Cast Iron Cookware Warp? Can It Be Repaired?

Ebay Listings:

Vintage Copper And Cast Iron Skillet Fry Pan 6
Vintage Copper And Cast Iron Skillet Fry Pan 6"
Paypal   US $75.00
Cast Iron Skillet ASHTRAY - Metal
Cast Iron Skillet ASHTRAY - Metal
Paypal   US $9.60
Pair Advertising Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan Skillet Ash Tray Lighthouse & Amish Girl
Pair Advertising Mini Cast Iron Fry Pan Skillet Ash Tray Lighthouse & Amish Girl
Paypal   US $18.99
Rare 5 1/2
Rare 5 1/2" Cast Iron Souvenir Skillet State of Minnesota says State Birds
Paypal   US $9.99
6
6" Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $10.00
CAST IRON SKILLET LODGE 5SK 8
CAST IRON SKILLET LODGE 5SK 8"
Paypal   US $7.99
Camp Chef 14
Camp Chef 14" Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $36.99
Cast Iron 5 QT. Deep Fry Skillet With Lid
Cast Iron 5 QT. Deep Fry Skillet With Lid
Paypal   US $67.54
Griswold Cast Iron Skillet
Griswold Cast Iron Skillet
Paypal   US $75.00
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I bought a Lodge Deluxe Griddle a couple years ago. I seasoned it following the included directions and everything seemed OK. I noticed a very, very slight bow in the piece, but not bad. As I've used it though, the bow increased to the point where it is now greater than 1/4 inch, and it causes problems when I cook. The grease, batter, or other liquids flow to the ends of the griddle and as it has increased so much, the item is now nearly useless. It took several dozen uses before the bow finally stopped getting worse.

Is there any way to fix it, or should I just throw it out?

Best Place To Buy Cast Iron Cookware ??

Ebay Listings for Cast Iron Cookware:

Size ½ Flat Bottom 2 qt Bean pot Pure Cast Iron Cookware WICCA
Size ½ Flat Bottom 2 qt Bean pot Pure Cast Iron Cookware WICCA
Paypal   US $49.95
#1 Cast iron Flat potjie 5 qt Cookware WICCA Witchcraft Rituals Pagan
#1 Cast iron Flat potjie 5 qt Cookware WICCA Witchcraft Rituals Pagan
Paypal   US $69.95
Size 2 Potjie Flat Bottom Cast iron Bean pot 7 qts Cookware WICCA
Size 2 Potjie Flat Bottom Cast iron Bean pot 7 qts Cookware WICCA
Paypal   US $89.95
Size 3 Potjie Flat Bottom Cast iron Bean Pot 10 qts Cookware WICCA Pagan
Size 3 Potjie Flat Bottom Cast iron Bean Pot 10 qts Cookware WICCA Pagan
Paypal   US $119.95
3 Pcs Cast Iron Skillets Cookware camping pans 4667
3 Pcs Cast Iron Skillets Cookware camping pans 4667
Paypal   US $19.98
Cast Iron Waffle Maker Cruso HSB & Co Rooster Logo C8 Cookware Primitive OLD
Cast Iron Waffle Maker Cruso HSB & Co Rooster Logo C8 Cookware Primitive OLD
Paypal   US $134.95
CABELA'S SZ 20 CAST IRON SKILLET LID DUTCH OVEN TOOL METAL COOK WARE FOOD NEW IT
CABELA'S SZ 20 CAST IRON SKILLET LID DUTCH OVEN TOOL METAL COOK WARE FOOD NEW IT
Paypal   US $2,000.00

"New" Preseasoned Old Mountain Cast Iron Trivet/Cookware
Paypal   US $12.99
Lodge Cast Iron 14 Inch Pizza Pan Cookware Camping NEW
Lodge Cast Iron 14 Inch Pizza Pan Cookware Camping NEW
Paypal   US $66.59
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I live in Virginia. I want to buy cast iron cookwares ( not as set, but individula pieces). What are places / shop that you suggest are good for the quality as well as economical ones.