Your Glass-Top Stove Can Shatter If You Make This Mistake

The Cast-Iron Skillet Problem

Cast iron deserves special attention.

A cast-iron skillet is heavy, retains heat extremely well, and often has a rougher underside than cookware specifically designed for smooth cooktops.

That doesn’t automatically mean you can never use cast iron on a glass cooktop. Many manufacturers provide specific guidance for doing so.

But you need to be careful.

Never drop or bang cast iron onto the surface.

Lift it rather than dragging it whenever possible, and check your stove manufacturer’s instructions regarding cast-iron cookware.

And here’s another important point: