{"product_id":"unicook-cordierite-pizza-stone-16x16-inch-square-0-6-thick-heavy-duty-heat-retention-for-crisp-crusts","title":"Unicook Cordierite Pizza Stone 16x16 Inch Square — 0.6\" Thick, Heavy-Duty Heat Retention for Crisp Crusts","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eUnicook's 16 x 16 inch cordierite pizza stone is a heavy-duty baking surface designed to deliver evenly browned, crisp-crusted pizzas and breads in home ovens and grills.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis square cordierite stone measures 16\" x 16\" with a 0.6\" (15 mm) thickness and weighs about 9.6 lbs, engineered to absorb and hold high heat for consistent baking. Built to resist thermal shock up to 1,450°F (787°C), it works on gas and charcoal grills, conventional ovens, and compatible outdoor pizza ovens like the Ooni Koda 16 — just allow a full inch of clearance on all sides for proper airflow. The stone’s porous surface wicks away moisture so crusts brown evenly and become crisp without sogginess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this stone improve pizza and bread crust?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cordierite material stores and radiates heat evenly, removing cold spots that cause underbaked centers. Its porous structure soaks up excess dough moisture for a crunchier bottom and edges, while the heavy mass maintains steady temperature when the oven door opens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh thermal mass preserves heat for crisping crusts quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePorous surface absorbs moisture, reducing sogginess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEven heat distribution prevents hot and cold spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReversible smooth faces let you rotate use across surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this stone fit my oven or grill and how should I install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure your oven or grill interior and confirm at least 1 inch of clearance on all sides before placing the 16\" square stone inside. For safe, even results, place the stone in a cold oven or grill and bring the heat up slowly to avoid thermal shock; preheating together prevents cracking and improves cooking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck interior dimensions and allow 1\" clearance on each side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStart heating from a cold oven\/grill to preheat the stone gradually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse oven mitts or a grilling spatula to handle the hot stone safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with Ooni Koda 16 and many conventional\/charcoal grills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use and care for the pizza stone to keep it working well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a pizza peel to slide pizzas onto the preheated stone and a multi-purpose plastic scraper to remove stuck-on residues once the stone has cooled. Clean with warm water and gentle scraping only — avoid soaps, oils, or seasoning; discoloration over time is normal and does not affect performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove excess food with provided scraper after cooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand wash with warm water; do not use soap or oil-seasoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow full cooling before cleaning or storing to avoid cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinor discoloration or dark spots are typical and harmless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat else can I bake on this stone besides pizza?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stone is versatile enough for bread, calzones, cookies, pies, and flatbreads. Its heat retention and moisture-wicking properties improve crusts and bottoms for a wide variety of baked goods, turning ordinary home baking into bakery-style results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFresh and frozen pizzas bake more evenly with crisp bottoms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArtisan breads develop better oven spring and crunchy crusts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCookies and small pastries achieve more uniform browning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCalzones, tarts, and flatbreads benefit from the same heat transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Home cooks and pizza enthusiasts who want a professional-style baking surface that fits larger ovens and many grills. It's ideal for families who bake regularly, hobby bakers looking to improve crust texture, and outdoor cooks who need a durable, high-temperature stone that resists thermal shock. If you need a reliable, easy-to-maintain stone for pizzas, breads, and more, the Unicook 16 x 16 cordierite stone is a practical upgrade for kitchen and grill use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can the Unicook stone be used on a gas grill?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It is safe for gas and charcoal grills and ovens, but allow 1 inch clearance and preheat from cold to avoid thermal shock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I clean and maintain the cordierite pizza stone?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Let the stone cool, scrape off debris, and hand wash with warm water. Do not season with oil or use soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Unicook","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56837647401300,"sku":"B0DHKL875K","price":121.83,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/unicook-front-packaging-16x16-stone.jpg?v=1787060473","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/unicook-cordierite-pizza-stone-16x16-inch-square-0-6-thick-heavy-duty-heat-retention-for-crisp-crusts","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}