Is this steel or cast iron? does it rust quickly?
1411094
We've had it about a year, use it in our shop. It hasn't rusted yet. It's a very nice stove.
1411095
This stove is made mostly of plated steel, the door is cast iron. This stove is not designed to rust quickly.
1697832
It is aluminum or possibly some other lightweight steel. It's not very heavy.
467016
It's rusts pretty quick as the metal is thin...buy a cover and plan to get 3 seasons or more. I live by the water so it probably goes a little quicker. For the money who cares!
1056611
This is steel. We have been using it with a very heavy wheelbarrow and it has been working great.
2267099
No rust built pretty sold. It doesn't have an NSF stamp and the handle is kind of soft. It's great for home use but I wouldn't use it in a commercial kitchen.
715126
I'm no metallurgist but it looks like stainless steel...No rusting so far on mine. I would buy it again....watch for breaking though. Would if it took a dive.
2018304
It is heavy gauge steel, but not stainless steel. It will rust if left wet or outdoors. Very big, thick and heavy - this piece weighs about 30 pounds.
671995
I have had mine for a while and it does not have any rust on it at all. Now, I must tell you that I do not put it in the dishwasher and wash it immediately after I use it and let it air dry. The blades are sharp, and I am very pleased with the purchase.
769975
It's aluminum and seems nonstick. It's very lightweight. Honestly I got it a year ago and haven't had a chance to use it yet, but I just checked and it's not cast iron.
283990
No, the mesh really is stainles steel. We have had no rust. We are very satisfied with our purchase.
2122381
Yes it rusts just like all cast iron products... A little steel wool and it actually gives it a nice patina.
990121
Its made of steel only the cooking grates r cast iron. We use it all yr round & love it
2010445
I don't think it is steel. It is metallic, for sure, but I can't tell what kind of metal. It seems somewhat like brushed steel (maybe like "fake" stainless steel), but its weight is not compatible with steel. It is more likely a metallic alloy. But it is strong enough and we didn't have yet any damage or peeling, even using it daily.
2168547
Carbon steel, it will rust if not maintained correctly...ie like cast iron.
1392569
I don't think it's aluminum (see the weight). . It's cast iron in my opinion.
1805415
I wouldn't say it's cast iron, but it is all metal, certainly not aluminum.
23956
I can't tell the difference in steel blends by looking at the material. I will say, like Pamela, ours is easy to clean and corrosion free after several months of daily use. My water is fairly neutral in pH, and low in salts. Given the amount of metal in the thing, I find it hard to believe the manufacturer would use an alloy that wouldn't stand up the household use.