This 16 x 14 x 0.6-inch rectangular cordierite pizza stone helps home bakers get an evenly crisp crust without the sogginess or scorched spots that come from uneven heat. The porous cordierite pulls excess steam away from the dough as it cooks, while the 0.6-inch-thick stone stores heat for steady baking and a shorter preheat. It's rated to withstand up to 1450 degrees F without warping or cracking, and produces no unpleasant smell during use. At 8.82 pounds it's easy to place in and remove from a kitchen oven, charcoal grill, or barbecue. A PP plastic scraper is included for cutting dough or scraping off baked-on bits after use. Once the stone has cooled, clean it with warm water and a damp cloth - no soap required, and repeated use only deepens the flavor it imparts to food. Before your first bake, measure your oven or grill to confirm at least 0.8 to 2 inches of clearance on all sides.