Before lifting an oven dish, the tool and the landing spot should both be ready. Silicone pot grippers are easiest to use when they are dry, close by, and held on a stable edge.

What to keep in mind

Check that the grippers are dry before touching a hot dish. Moisture can transfer heat faster, so wipe the surface if needed.

Before and after use

Clear the place where the dish will land before lifting it. Use both hands, hold a broad edge, and keep the move short instead of carrying the dish across the kitchen.

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After use, wash off oil or sauce and let the grippers dry fully. Storing them near the oven or stove makes the next hot dish easier to handle.