Brod & Taylor
Brod & Taylor Bread Steel
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We offer a returns policy on purchases within 30 days of the ship date. We will provide you with a return label on request, then we will deduct our shipping fees from your overall refund. When returning any items, they should be in "as new" condition in it's original packaging. Please be sure to include all packaging, labels, inserts, etc. Items that have been used will be assessed on return and a restocking fee may be applied.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Brød & Taylor |
| Product | Bread Steel |
| Product Type | Bread and Pizza Baking Steel |
| Material | Solid Steel |
| Dimensions | 14 x 14 x 0.1 in |
| Metric Dimensions | 35.5 x 35.5 x 0.25 cm |
| Weight | 5.6 lb / 2.5 kg |
| Surface | Heat-Treated and Pre-Seasoned |
| Seasoning | Flax Oil |
| Primary Use | Everyday Bread Baking |
| Pizza Use | Yes |
| Preheating | Place in Oven During Preheat |
Use & Care
Allow steel to cool completely before cleaning.
Routine washing is generally unnecessary.
Wipe clean or rinse with warm water and use a soft sponge or firm-bristle brush when needed.
Dry completely after contact with water to help prevent rust.
Soap may remove some seasoning.
Reseason when needed with a very thin layer of high-smoke-point oil.
Brød & Taylor recommends flaxseed oil and heating at 500°F / 260°C for one hour.
Brød & Taylor Bread Steel
Lightweight 14-inch solid steel baking surface designed for everyday bread baking
The Brød & Taylor Bread Steel gives bread a hot, responsive surface for stronger oven spring and better crust development without the bulk of a heavy pizza steel. At just 0.1 inch thick and 5.6 pounds, it heats quickly with the oven and is easy to handle before and after a bake.
Why Order from Design & Grace
Authorized Brød & Taylor retailer: Design & Grace is an authorized Brød & Taylor retailer, so you receive a genuine product backed by the manufacturer's warranty.
Ships from Texas: Your Bread Steel is carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.
Designed Around Bread, Not Just Pizza
Bread needs strong bottom heat, but too much stored heat can over-darken the base before the loaf finishes baking. Brød & Taylor designed this thinner steel to balance quick heat transfer with manageable thermal mass, making it especially well suited to everyday sourdough and artisan bread.
The 14-inch square surface gives a standard loaf plenty of room while remaining practical for smaller home ovens and routine handling.
Signature Features
Solid steel construction: Transfers heat efficiently into the base of the dough to support oven spring and an evenly developed crust.
0.1-inch thickness: The relatively thin profile provides useful heat performance without the excessive weight of a thick pizza steel.
5.6-pound weight: Light enough to maneuver easily in and out of a home oven.
Pre-seasoned with flax oil: Arrives seasoned and ready to use without an initial seasoning step.
Heat-treated surface: Brød & Taylor heat treats the steel for additional rust protection before seasoning.
14-inch square format: Provides room for one standard loaf while fitting comfortably into many home ovens.
Baking Shell compatible: Pair it with a Brød & Taylor Baking Shell to trap steam around the loaf during the early part of the bake.
Pizza capable: The same steel can also be used when you want a crisp, well-browned pizza crust.
From Our Founder
"This is the Bread Steel I would choose for everyday sourdough. It gives the loaf the strong bottom heat steel is good at, but it stays light enough that moving it in and out of the oven does not become a project."
Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace
Ships from Texas with Confidence
Design & Grace is an authorized Brød & Taylor retailer. Your Bread Steel is backed by Brød & Taylor's 1-year limited warranty, extendable to 3 years with product registration, and ships carefully packed from our Texas facility.
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Brod & Taylor Product Information & FAQs
Helpful information about Brod & Taylor products, bread baking tools, care, and buying with confidence from Design & Grace.
Who are Brod & Taylor?
Brod & Taylor are a small team of designers and engineers focused on solving specific challenges in the kitchen. They’re best known for creating the original folding proofer, designed to give home bakers precise control over fermentation. Since then, they’ve expanded into a range of thoughtfully engineered tools, all built around consistency, simplicity, and reliable performance at home.
Buying with Confidence from Design & Grace
Design & Grace are an Authorized Brod & Taylor USA Dealer and online retailer. Every product we sell is genuine, brand new, and backed by full manufacturer warranties. Our knowledgeable team is here to help you choose the right product and support you long after your purchase.
What makes Brod & Taylor products different?
Brod & Taylor focus on solving real problems in the kitchen, particularly around temperature control and consistency. Their tools are thoughtfully engineered, easy to use, and designed to deliver professional-level results in a home environment.
Do I need a proofing box for sourdough?
A proofing box isn’t essential, but it makes a significant difference. Sourdough is highly sensitive to temperature, and a controlled environment helps ensure consistent fermentation, better structure, and more predictable results.
What is the Sourdough Home used for?
The Sourdough Home is designed to maintain a precise temperature for your starter. It keeps your starter active and consistent, reducing daily variation and helping you bake with more confidence.
What does a bread steel do?
A bread steel stores and delivers strong, even heat from below your dough during baking. This improves oven spring, helps develop a better crust, and creates more consistent results compared to standard baking trays.
How do baking shells improve bread baking?
Baking shells trap steam around your dough during the early stage of baking. This allows the bread to expand fully before the crust sets, resulting in better rise, improved texture, and a crisp, crackling crust.
Are Brod & Taylor products easy to use at home?
Yes. While the results are professional-level, the products are designed to be simple and intuitive. Most require minimal setup and quickly become part of a regular baking routine
Are Design & Grace an authorized Brod & Taylor dealer?
Yes. Design & Grace is an authorized retailer of Brod & Taylor products. All items are genuine, backed by manufacturer support, and shipped directly from the U.S.
How fast is shipping?
We offer fast and free shipping for orders over $30 across the USA on qualifying orders. Orders placed before 2pm CST typically ship the same day.
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