Foofoogal
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Jennifer Lynn said:Same here. The casserole dishes I had were always used with the utmost care. As far as the warnings go, I have seen what happens to Pyrex when is hot and is introduced to a cool, wet surface. In this case it was a kitchen counter, and my poor friend ended up with the surface area covered in glass bits and homemade enchiladas.
On a sidenote - WideBrimm - I lived in CO for 25 years...half that time in Aurora (by Buckley AFB).
Foofoogal said:the point I was trying to convey was that the company that owns the brand now is not the original safer item or product according to that article.
one of those minding my own business and someone asks me about it.
Jennifer Lynn said:I did that once Paisley, except it was a hot cup (from the dishwasher) and a very cold drink. Yikes!
I read something a few days back on the "Ripley's Believe it or Not" comic that said glass loses a good percentage of its strength if it is blown upon while in the stage of cooling. I doubt this is the sole reason for weak glass in a lot of our kitchenware, but do wonder if it is a reason.
My wife's been collecting Pyrex and Corningware for a few years now, and we've got a few pieces that actually say "FOR RANGE AND MICROWAVE" right on the bottom. I wonder if it's a different formula of glass, or if they've just stopped suggesting it for rangetop use.Paisley said:NEVER use on top of the stove, under a broiler, in a toaster oven, or place over oven vent or pilot light.