Brod & Taylor
Brod & Taylor Bread Steel Max
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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 Max |
| Product Type | Bread and Pizza Baking Steel |
| Material | Solid Steel |
| Dimensions | 14 x 14 x 0.15 in |
| Metric Dimensions | 35.5 x 35.5 x 0.4 cm |
| Weight | 8.6 lb / 4 kg |
| Surface | Heat-Treated and Pre-Seasoned |
| Seasoning | Flax Oil |
| Primary Uses | Bread and Pizza Baking |
| Baking Shell Compatibility | Yes |
| Preheating | Place in Oven During Preheat |
Use & Care
Allow the steel to cool completely before cleaning.
Routine washing is generally unnecessary.
Wipe clean or use warm water with 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 thin layer of high-smoke-point oil.
For reseasoning, Brød & Taylor recommends flaxseed oil and heating at 500°F / 260°C for one hour.
Brød & Taylor Bread Steel Max
Thicker 14-inch solid steel baking surface for larger loaves, high-hydration doughs, and pizza
The Brød & Taylor Bread Steel Max gives bread and pizza more stored heat at the moment they hit the oven. At 0.15 inches thick and 8.6 pounds, it has greater heat retention than the standard Bread Steel while remaining manageable enough to move in and out of a home oven.
Why Order from Design & Grace
Authorized Brød & Taylor retailer: Design & Grace sells genuine Brød & Taylor products backed by full manufacturer warranties.
Ships from Texas: Your Bread Steel Max is carefully packed and shipped from our Texas facility.
More Heat for Bigger Bakes
Solid steel transfers heat quickly into the base of dough, supporting strong oven spring in bread and a crisp, well-browned crust on pizza. The Max version adds thickness and thermal mass for bakers working with larger hearth loaves, wetter doughs, or pizzas that benefit from stronger heat recovery.
The 14-inch square surface fits comfortably into many home ovens without the bulk and weight of a much larger baking steel.
Why Choose Bread Steel Max
More heat retention: The 0.15-inch-thick Max holds more heat than Brød & Taylor's standard Bread Steel, making it better suited to larger loaves and demanding bakes.
Still manageable: At 8.6 pounds, it adds useful thermal mass without becoming difficult to handle in a home kitchen.
Bread and pizza versatility: Use the same surface for hearth loaves, sourdough, high-hydration doughs, and crisp oven-baked pizza.
Signature Features
Solid steel construction: Steel absorbs and transfers heat efficiently, giving dough immediate heat from below when it enters the oven.
Pre-seasoned with flax oil: Bread Steel Max arrives seasoned and ready to bake without an initial seasoning step.
Heat-treated surface: Brød & Taylor heat treats the steel for added rust protection before seasoning.
14-inch square format: Provides useful baking space for a large loaf or pizza while remaining practical for a home oven.
Fast preheating: Place the steel in the oven during preheating so the baking surface comes up to temperature with the oven.
Baking Shell compatible: Bread Steel Max can be paired with a Brød & Taylor Baking Shell for steam-assisted bread baking. One Baking Shell fits on the steel at a time.
From Our Founder
"The Max is the Bread Steel I would choose when heat retention matters more than shaving off a few pounds. It is thick enough for larger loaves and pizza, but still a size and weight that makes sense in a home oven."
Tony Boulton, Founder, Design & Grace
Ships from Texas with Confidence
Design & Grace is an authorized Brød & Taylor retailer, and your Bread Steel Max 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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