Can I use an enameled trivet on the stove top?

I noticed a trivet at Aldi going for quite cheap and picked one up. My understanding of a trivet is that it's something you use to diffuse the power of a burner however, the one I got seems to be made to put hot pans and pots on. There are no instructions on the packaging however, so I'm not sure.

The trivet I purchased can be seen in the picture below, it's the round one. It's cast iron, enameled all around. I was wondering if something like that could be used on a gas stove?

Edit: Assuming I removed the thin layer of rubber coating on the feet of course.

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Best Answer

I would not recommend using this trivet on any heat source. First, because that is not what it is designed to be used for. Secondly the description says that they have rubber feet, not a good match for a heat source. And while I suppose you could remove them, I couldn't recommend that in good conscience.

EDIT

As per @Jefromi's comment below and as evidenced on Dictionary.com , there are two types of trivets.

noun

1.a small metal plate with short legs, especially one put under a hot platter or dish to protect a table.

2.a three-footed or three-legged stand or support, especially one of iron placed over a fire to support cooking vessels or the like.

The type shown in the ad/picture in the question is designed to be used to protect table tops and counter tops from the heat of a hot pot or pan.

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Can you put a trivet on the stove?

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Can you use enameled cast iron on gas stove?

Cast iron works on all heat sources.You can use an enameled cast iron Dutch oven on the stovetop (whether it's electric, gas, or induction), oven, or grill. It even works on coal- or wood-powered ovens.

Can you use enameled cast iron on glass cooktop?

Porcelain Enamel cookware can be used with care on glass cooktops, according to experts at GE, though stainless steel cookware is recommended. Cast iron cookware is not recommended, unless glazed with enamel or porcelain enamel. Bare cast iron will scratch a glass stovetop.

Can I use ceramic Dutch oven on stove top?

Dutch ovens are compatible with gas, electric, induction, and ceramic stovetops. Stoneware and ceramic Dutch ovens should not be used on a stovetop. They will crack and break on a stovetop. The key to using a Dutch oven on a stovetop involves slow and consistent cooking.

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