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Temptations question re: defect

New2Temptations — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:03:12 GMT

Hi, I'm faitrly new to Temp-tations. Just noticing defects (most on the underside of the product) seem to be pretty common. I ordered several items and received one yesterday. Bottom has an area patched at factory and is only partially glazed. Can someone telll me if the patch is likely to fall apart with use (microwave, dishwasher, oven, etc). Wondering if I should return. My prior item received was a 7 piece set and 6 out of 7 had a hole or patched hole underneath. By hole, I mean it was very small but big enough that it was see thru. I returned that set. Thanks.

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CAcableGirl2 — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:34:39 GMT

@New2Temptations If me, I would return it as defective and follow up once received so that I didn't pay for shipping either way.

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rockygems123 — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:25:48 GMT

@New2Temptations

Over the years there have been multiple examples of breakage of Temptations during oven use.

Not sure if the defects that caused the breakage were visible but seems sensible to return an item with obvious flaws.

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Desertdi — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 04:51:35 GMT

@New2Temptations

That looks like a "factory SECOND" and should never be sold at retail.

My opinion only...but I would send it back for a REFUND, and cross that brand off my list. di

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amyb — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 12:30:08 GMT

As for this item, I agree with others...I'd return as defective, which it clearly is, for a refund, including the ship costs.

As for Temptations overall...though I have enough and only collected for a while, and just what I can store and use....I've used my pieces for about 17 years, baking in them a lot...no issues with cracking, crazing, breaking. They are still a well-used part of my baking collection.

Has quality changed nowadays? That I can't speak to, since all my pieces are at least 15 years old.

That said...I love the Polish stoneware, and vintage Corningware, I inherited from mom too..great lasting quality and beauty in those pieces.

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Sunshine Kate — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 12:58:36 GMT

Sounds like defective/seconds are being sold as first quality.

I would return and make sure to get postage returned.

This is one way the company will know to not try this again. Customers are smart nowadays.

Re: Temptations question re: defect

PA Mom-mom — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 13:08:32 GMT

@New2Temptations I have several collections of TT and use them on a weekly basis. I've never had any crack in the oven, but I've read horror stories on these forums. Occasionally I do receive a defective item, as did you. I send it back for an exchange. One time I sent it back 2 times. The third replacement was also defective, and I returned it for a refund. UGH! I never have had to pay the shipping for returning defective bakers. I also inspect the TT bakers in good lighting when I receive them.

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LindaSal — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 13:29:43 GMT

I hate to break it to you but this line is not worth your time or money. Move on to a more dependable brand. It does not live up to the hoopla they give it on the Q.

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haddon9 — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 13:51:58 GMT

I have a few older TT items that I use in the oven with no problems. The newer TT items I only use for serving.

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New2Temptations — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 14:14:25 GMT

Thank you. I'm learning that the hard way. Unfortunatel because I love the Okd Workd pattern.

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New2Temptations — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 14:15:27 GMT

Thank you.

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New2Temptations — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 14:16:38 GMT

Thanks for the input. I'll be returning it.

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New2Temptations — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 14:19:34 GMT

Yes doubt I'll use for baking now that I know about the issues. Thanks

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loriqvc — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 15:51:48 GMT

@New2Temptations - I agree with others here that you should exchange the piece you've shared; hopefully it will be a simple process and you'll get a brand new item that will be in much better condition.

And just to add my two-cents' worth, I've also collected Temp-tations for many years, from the beginning up to this week, and I've never had a single piece crack, break, or craze (and I have a lot of different items in many different patterns). But I have had issues like yours where I wanted/needed to exchange or return an item—typically due to damage in transit or shoddy painting—and that has always been easy with QVC.

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branny — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:45:03 GMT

can someone explain the temptations cooking procedure. I hear Tara say sometimes to not put it in a hot oven. So most or all recipes the oven must be pre heated. What are all you temptation owners do? I have a couple of 13x9 and they both have little cracks. This is why I stopped buying. Please explain the oven temp situation. Thanks

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santorini — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:55:16 GMT

I'm honestly surprised that brand is still around. I had cracking on several occasions and the craze problem was on almost every dish. I avoid that brand completely.

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IamDoodles — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 01:06:54 GMT

Temptations products have many defects and flaws. That's why they are so cheap.

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bells4me — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 05:23:29 GMT

I remember years ago when the brand first came to QVC there were many complaints that the pieces were shattering in the oven so I have never purchased any.

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lynnie61 — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 15:54:06 GMT

I've baked in an old 9x13 for years with no issue. I don't freeze in them, so I am never shocking the stoneware. I also let it cool before putting it in dish water. Cleanup is pretty easy, so I don't put the 9x13 in the dishwasher. However, any new items I had, I rarely bake in them. Mostly for serving. I haven't bought any bakeware sets in years. My last purchase was some dipping bowls. Super cute, for dressing, potion control snacks. I'm sure my 9x13 is 15 years old. Polka dot, so you know it's old.

My favorite items were the oval bread bowls. Mail, fruit, candle centerpieces. I have three or four.

I think it's clearly a problem, as on TSV day, I've heard several mentions of not taking directly freezer to oven, so they know the problems exist. A few pieces that crazed, I now use as a plant holder. (A firework floral lace 8x8). The loaf pan, however, is perfect.

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yellowrose — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 16:10:45 GMT

Only piece I have is pie dish decorated with pumpkins. After using a few times in oven it started developing cracks. I now use it as a decorative piece, very cute for that purpose but would not but anymore Temptations.