FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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How long will the Crisbee Puck last with everyday use?
One Puck will last at least 8 weeks with everyday use!
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How much does the Crisbee Puck weigh?
Each Crisbee Puck is 3.25 oz
3
How much Crisbee does the Crisbee Stik hold?
A Crisbee Stik holds 2.3 oz of Crisbee
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What is the difference between Crisbee & Larbee?
Crisbee is a vegetable-based oils and beeswax cast iron seasoning. Larbee is an animal fat-based seasoning made with lard and beeswax.
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Do I have to strip off the seasoning that's already on my cast iron before using Crisbee?
No, it is not necessary to strip your pan. Just follow our instructions for Initial Seasoning of Cast Iron.
6
Is the palm oil used in Crisbee sustainable?
Crisbee gets its palm oil from a member of the Roundtable of Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO); this is the group that sets the criteria for sustainable palm oil farming.
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How do I strip and reseason my cast iron?
Here is a very helpful video done by guru Jeffrey Rogers, a.k.a. The Culinary Fanatic on cast iron restoration and maintenance https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6Tz3HnnCFs
Once the iron is stripped, you are ready to follow the instructions on seasoning.
8
Can I use Crisbee on carbon steel pans?
Yes, Crisbee works great on carbon steel cookware when used as directed.
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How do I remove rust from my cast iron pan?
We recommend Bar Keepers Friend powder cleanser for light surface and flash rust on cast iron. Just scrub off the rust with some water and Bar Keepers Friend, wash your skillet with soap and water, then follow our initial seasoning instructions HERE.
10
I'm new to cast iron...why is my skillet always sticky? What am I doing wrong?
Usually it is because the oil was applied too thickly. Wipe off until it appears completely dry to avoid the oil pooling into little sticky spots of partially polymerized oil.
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Can I season my stovetop grates with Crisbee?
If your grates don't have a black porcelain coated finish then, yes, you can season them. Bar Keepers Friend powder cleanser will remove most oxidation with a Scotch Brite sponge regardless if you have porcelain or not. You won't get flare ups, because you will be polymerizing the Crisbee in the oven before any direct flames come in contact. If you were to rub Crisbee on and not bake it in the oven it will smoke profusely. Don't apply Crisbee to a porcelain coated surface because it will not polymerize to this type of surface.
12
Why is my current Crisbee a slightly different color than some I had previously?
We are proud to support our local Florida beekeepers. Our beeswax is all hand filtered and never bleached or altered. Each batch has its own unique scent and color. In case you wondered why our products are always a slightly different color, it all depends on what the bees provide us.
13
Can I use Crisbee to season a flat top griddle?
Absolutely! We have many customers who choose Crisbee to season and protect their Blackstone and Camp chef griddles.
14
Can your products be used on stainless steel pans?
A lot of Crisbee users love seasoning their carbon steel with our products. We have not tried seasoning stainless steel, but if you try and it works for you please let us know!
15
I ruined one of my cast irons before I could use Crisbee on it. Any tips on removing a ton of rust?
Evapo-Rust® makes a very effective non-toxic rust remover. You can check out our demonstration of the product's effectiveness here, or check out their website for more info/examples here.
16
What temperature should I use to season cast iron?
We suggest seasoning at 400°F (204°C).
17
What should I use to scrub my cast iron skillet?
In our kitchen, we like scrubbing with the scrub brush. Anything that can withstand heat like this is ideal.
18
How often do you have to season cast iron?
After cooking with cast iron, we always follow these four steps, which we call our "Instructions for Daily Maintenance of Cast Iron:"
1. After use, wash the cast iron and dry thoroughly.
2. Place the cast iron on stove top over medium low heat for just a few minutes.
3. Remove from burner and lightly apply Crisbee on cooking surface only.
4. Wipe off with a paper towel and it is ready for storage.
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How do I clean my carbon steel pan?
Scrub with soap. As mentioned for cleaning cast iron, we recommend scrubbing with something like the scrub brush, which is what we use. Anything that can withstand heat like this brush made from sisal and palm, or chainmail is ideal.
20
What is the difference between the Crisbee products and Lodge cast iron seasoning?
Lodge cast iron seasoning spray is canola oil. Our cast iron seasoning solutions are blends formulated particularly for seasoning cast iron.
21
Can you season cast iron on stove top?
Yep! Just follow our Daily Maintenance instructions in our guide on How to Season Cast Iron.
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We are always happy to help those just getting into the wonderful world of cast iron, seasoning, and/or caring for your cast iron.
Let us know if you have any questions!
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