Le Creuset Silicone Round Cool Tool
The Le Creuset Silicone Round Cool Tool is a deceptively useful kitchen accessory. At 20cm in diameter it fits under most standard pot and casserole bases, protecting surfaces from heat whilst keeping cookware stable with its non-slip silicone grip. It also works as a pot holder, jar opener, and anti-slip mat for mixing bowls and boards, making it one of the few kitchen accessories that genuinely earns more than one use. Heat resistant to 250 degrees C, freezer compatible, and dishwasher safe, it is the kind of thing that quietly becomes indispensable.
Features:
Heat resistant surface protector: High-performance silicone rated to 250 degrees C protects kitchen surfaces and tables from hot pots, pans, and dishes placed directly on them.
Four uses in one: The Cool Tool works as a surface protector, anti-slip mat, pot holder, and jar opener, covering the most common everyday needs without requiring separate accessories.
Non-slip grip on both sides: The silicone surface grips both the worktop and the base of cookware, keeping pots and pans stable when placed on it and preventing the trivet from sliding.
Freezer compatible down to -23 degrees C: As well as protecting from heat, the Cool Tool is rated for use with cold and frozen items, making it suitable for resting chilled dishes on as well as hot ones.
Dishwasher safe and easy to store: The Cool Tool goes in the dishwasher for cleaning and lays flat for storage, taking up minimal space in a drawer or cupboard.
Specifications:
Diameter: 20cm
Height: 0.3cm
Weight: 0.14kg
Material: Silicone
Temperature range: -23 degrees C to 250 degrees C
Dishwasher safe: Yes
Freezer compatible: Yes
Oven safe: Yes
Microwave safe: Yes
Manufactured in: China
Guarantee: Le Creuset lifetime guarantee
Care instructions:
Cleaning: Dishwasher safe. Can also be wiped clean with a damp cloth or sponge after use.
Before first use: Remove all labels and packaging before use.
Important: Do not place directly on any heat source. This product protects surfaces from heat transfer but does not provide total heat insulation. Take care on delicate or lacquered surfaces.
Questions and answers:
Will this protect my table from a very hot casserole dish?
The Cool Tool significantly reduces heat transfer from a hot dish to the surface beneath it, but it does not provide total heat insulation. For very heavy cast iron straight from the oven, it offers good protection for most surfaces, but exercise care on particularly delicate or lacquered surfaces.
Can I use it as an oven glove?
It is not designed to be used as an oven glove. The Cool Tool is intended to protect the surface beneath a hot dish rather than to act as a heat barrier between your hand and something hot. Use a proper oven glove for handling hot cookware directly.
Does it fit under a Le Creuset casserole?
Yes. The 20cm diameter fits comfortably under Le Creuset's standard casserole sizes, including the 24cm and 26cm rounds. For very large oval casseroles or roasting tins, the Counter Protector provides a larger footprint.