Seasoning helps conditioning the stone for its first use on the flame, but is no guarantee against succeeding damages due to misuse. To prevent the stone from possible cracks due to expansion and contraction, it is imperative to avoid subjecting the cookware to extreme changes in temperature.

The durability and safety of the stone depends on a simple preventive measure: AVOID THERMAL SHOCKS. Always heat the cookware slowly on a low flame, always wait until it cools down to a lukewarm temperature before washing, and never place hot cookware on a cold surface. AVOID FRYING FOR THE FIRST FEW TIMES OF USE.

Soapstone can be easily washed by hand or in the dishwasher without any special precaution. Though it has a natural non-stick property, soapstone is not like teflon. Should any food remains stick to the bottom, just let them soak for ten minutes in water and they can easily be removed.

Avoid sharp tools to mix and serve food, use only wooden, plastic or silicone spoons. In case of scratches, or if you want to keep the original grey color of the stone, just sand it with a fine grain sandpaper.

CLEANING THE COPPER HANDLES. Copper tarnishes easily, but there’s a simple way to clean it with a paste you can make at home. Make a mixture of salt and vinegar, adding vinegar to the salt until you have a fairly thick paste. Rub the copper with a soft cloth soaked in the mixture until all oxidation stains are removed, then rinse. You can use steel wool for stubborn stains and a toothbrush to reach hard to reach places. Dry well with a soft cloth to remove all moisture in order to prevent further staining.