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Does anyone own the Splatter Guards?

glmama — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:23:12 GMT

Hi Everyone, I'm not one for loads of gadgets in my kitchen, but I'm intrigued by this product. Anyone have a review? TIA

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glmama — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:17:29 GMT

Anyone?

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faeriemoon — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:24:49 GMT

I have something similar; it was a set from Mark Charles Micilli (I think, or perhaps it was just an earlier form of this set) from a few years ago. I would not recommend them. I have found that too much steam builds up under them when you are frying. The steam does not escape through the holes that well, and when you lift the guard, water ( or oil or a combination of both) drips all over the place.

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glmama — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:29:44 GMT

Thanks, faerie moon. I have one big pan that I do a lot of sauces in and it does not have a lid. I was thinking about the guards for for pet fronting the inevitable burps of sauce that happen when sauce simmers . Um, I just re-read my reply here, and what the heck?Sorry ladies---my iPad sometimes spell corrects to the oddest words!

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AnneMary — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:06:06 GMT

I have used, and I still have one,.....one of those big (probably a good 12" or more) mesh grease splatter lids, or whatever they call it. It is sturdy and has a nice long handle, and I've used it on a smaller stock pot and for some sauces too. I believe it's maybe 2 layers of steel mesh like, and I was using all available pans for a monster batch of spaghetti sauce, and I was short a lid. It worked perfectly. Of course the sauce was on low and barely simmering, and not going wild on the stove top! I know they still sell them. I'd try Wal Mart or BB&B, etc. It's a very handy thing! I think it is referred to as a grease splatter guard or lid.

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Sue98 — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 15:21:46 GMT

I don't own these, but I've been interested in them, too. I was watching the presentation last night, and I noticed something. This newest version comes with handles on both sides, and you are supposed to be able to turn the splatter guard slightly upright and attach it to the edge of the pan. Last night I noticed the vendor (darn it....can't think of his name) was having trouble keeping the lid on the edge of the pan. He had just demonstrated how you can put the splatter guard in hot oil, and it doesn't damage it in any way. The handle was obviously covered with grease, and that might have been the problem, but I'm just not so sure these would stay upright on the side of your pans. That's not a big deal, but it's something to be aware of.

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luvdavid — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:22:53 GMT

I have had the original splatter guards (3 in a set), which I purchased over a year ago, and have used them regularly, either when frying or braising a sauce...The problem with them is that they retain the smell of what you were cooking..even if cleaned in the dishwasher. Also, they stain easily and can get a dark sort of a burnt mark on the edges when used while frying at a high heat....They are functional but I would not purchase again. I also noticed that Mark Charles (when demonstrating the new version) couldn't get the splatter guard to stand up on the edge of the pot and he finally had to give up!! Hmmm. I would like to ask him about the staining problem and what would he recommend to fix that.

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nomar — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:33:39 GMT

I have the set of 3 sold by QVC and I use my mesh cheapo ones more. Some of the problems stated by other posters is true about them. And many times I just need a very small one and cannot find one of those in any material.

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ChynnaBlue — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 17:22:23 GMT

I also prefer the mesh ones.

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RedTop — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 17:38:54 GMT

I have been using a set of the red splatter guards for over a year, and absolutely love them. I put them to use several times a week, either as a lid, or as a hot pad. Yes, they do collect steam underneath just as faeriemoon described, but I do not find that to be a negative issue, since that is the same result when using an actual lid. I actually like using the splatter guards when frying chicken, as just enough steam escapes from the skillet to keep the chicken nice and crisp as it's frying, instead of being totally "steamed" and having a soft exterior when done. My splatter guards look exactly as they did when they arrived; they are not stained, or discolored from being used as a hot pad, and they have no smell after a year of steady usage. This simple product is one of my favorite buys from QVC, and I wish I had ordered more of these to give as gifts, since I am getting so much use out of them.

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susan_ca — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 17:41:09 GMT

I purchased one from the Q. Didn't care for it. So I went and got one from the local ....... either Wal-Mart or Target..... a mesh one..... works great. Cost under $10 -- forgot exactly how much it was because it was at least 2.5 years ago.

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berta — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 17:46:00 GMT

I have the original three and I love them.Love the new ones,with all the things that can be done with them.They never wear out so will just keep using the older ones.Have gave them away has gifts.

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DJs mom — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 18:00:35 GMT

I have 2 sets (1 red & 1 blue) of the original versions and absolutely love them. I use them almost everyday for cooking. I use them for straining pasta, baking pizza, biscuits, etc in the oven. Yes they have become a little stained because of daily use but that doesn't bother me. I first bought the red set and loved them so much went back for the blue (red was sold out) set. These are a staple in my kitchen and was disappointed when the Q stopped selling them. I may buy a set of these as a back up if my 2 sets are no longer usable. after cleaned, mine do not retain any odors from what I am cooking on them.

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cyan — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 18:44:11 GMT

I have the original set of 3 splatter guards in the red color and just love them. I use them all the time as lids for my fry pans that do not come with lids and also as a hot pad on my stove top, since I always worry about putting a hot pan from the oven on the glass top stove. They work wonderfully and I have not had any stain or take on any smells from using them. I also have used the smaller size in my microwave as a cover to prevent splatters and that also worked great. They do collect moisture when being used like that, but no big deal, its no different that putting a regular lid on a pot.

Not sure about the new ones being offered, but I would not give back the ones I have. : )

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chickenbutt — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 19:01:46 GMT

I also have the first generation splatter guards. I like them, definitely. They work well for my uses. My only complaint is that if you are cooking anything that has a particular smell, it WILL pick up the odors and it's extremely difficult to get rid of them. It takes a lot of soaking and several washes.

Consequently, I use it mostly just for heating something up in the microwave, like rice or pasta, that doesn't have any strong food smell to it. If I use one when frying, it really gloms on to grease and frying smells. But a lot of soaking, baking soda, scented soap, and scrubbing will make the odors go away until next time.

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faeriemoon — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 19:08:34 GMT

On 2/27/2014 RedTop said:
I have been using a set of the red splatter guards for over a year, and absolutely love them. I put them to use several times a week, either as a lid, or as a hot pad. Yes, they do collect steam underneath just as faeriemoon described, but I do not find that to be a negative issue, since that is the same result when using an actual lid. I actually like using the splatter guards when frying chicken, as just enough steam escapes from the skillet to keep the chicken nice and crisp as it's frying, instead of being totally "steamed" and having a soft exterior when done. My splatter guards look exactly as they did when they arrived; they are not stained, or discolored from being used as a hot pad, and they have no smell after a year of steady usage. This simple product is one of my favorite buys from QVC, and I wish I had ordered more of these to give as gifts, since I am getting so much use out of them.

My issue is that when you are frying, the condensation causes a big splatter when you remove the lid. I know this can happen with any lid (and you don't generally fry with a lid on the pan), but the purpose of this splatter guard is to keep the oil in, and let the steam out. My complaint is that it traps the steam, then when you remove it you get the huge oil splatter.

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mima — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 19:56:38 GMT

I have the red ones (old set) and use them a lot. I wanted to mention one tip. If you want to heat up two or 3 different things in the microwave, use these to layer the bowls on and put one on the top bowl to keep from spattering. Works great!

After looking at the new ones, I don't think the new ones would work very well since there are cuts in the middle.

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chickenbutt — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 20:02:49 GMT

On 2/27/2014 mima said:
I have the red ones (old set) and use them a lot. I wanted to mention one tip. If you want to heat up two or 3 different things in the microwave, use these to layer the bowls on and put one on the top bowl to keep from spattering. Works great!

After looking at the new ones, I don't think the new ones would work very well since there are cuts in the middle.

That's a good idea. I wish I could have gotten a set of three just in the small one. I use that small one 99% of the time.

I also agree about the cuts in the new models. they look thinner and I get the vibe that they are of a lesser quality. I hope I'm wrong!

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glmama — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 20:21:14 GMT

Thanks everyone,for your replies. I posted this last night and didn't have much of a chance to check back in. Once again, I apologize for the weird typos in my first reply! Anyone else have an iPad that spell checks to the oddest words??? I will look elsewhere for other options.

Re: Does anyone own the Splatter Guards?

glmama — Thu, 27 Feb 2014 20:23:42 GMT

I'll check BBB and Target, too.