Looking after a titanium pan.
Coated and uncoated pans want different things. Most of what shortens a pan's life comes down to heat and timing rather than cleaning.
Uncoated pans
Cooking — hot pan, then oil, then food. Preheat a minute or two, let the oil shimmer, then leave the food alone until it releases on its own. Food sticks to a cold pan, or to a cook in a hurry.
Utensils — metal is fine. There is no coating to damage.
Washing — hand wash in hot water. Stuck-on food lifts with a soak or a stainless scrubber. You cannot ruin the surface, because there is no surface to ruin. Dry after washing.
Normal, not a fault — a faint bronze tint may appear where the pan runs hottest. That is normal for titanium and does not affect cooking.
Non-stick pans
Heat is the whole thing — low to medium, always. A coated pan does not need or want a high flame, and heat is what ends a coating's life faster than anything else.
Never heat it empty — oil in first, or food in quickly. An empty coated pan climbs in temperature very fast.
Utensils — the large non-stick pan is rated metal-safe, but silicone, wood or smooth-edged tools are kinder to any coating.
Washing — let it cool first, then warm water and a soft sponge. No abrasive powders, no steel wool, no dishwasher.
Four steps that apply to every pan
Check it fits your hob
All five pans are listed for gas and induction; the hammered multi-use pan also works on electric. On induction, a base that is small for the zone may not register at all.
Wash before first use
Warm water, mild soap, soft sponge. Dry it fully, and check the handle and any lid or steamer tray for loose fittings before you cook.
Mind the handles
Metal handles get hot during cooking — use a cloth or a mitt. Keep handles and detachable parts away from the flame on gas.
Cool, then clean, then store
Let the pan cool naturally before it meets water — thermal shock warps bases. Use a cloth or pan protector when stacking.
What we have not confirmed
We do not rate any Urban Nest pan as oven, broiler or dishwasher safe. Hand wash, and keep them on the cooktop. None of them needs seasoning.
Always follow the care instructions supplied with your pan as well. If a detail you need is not published, email info@urban-nest.online and we will send what our documentation actually says.