It’s Time to Throw Away My Nonstick Teflon Pan (Scratched & Exposed Metal)

After years of use, it finally happened — my nonstick Teflon pan developed a deep scratch that exposed bare metal, and that was the moment I decided it was time to throw it away. In this long-format video, I explain why this pan lasted as long as it did, how nonstick cookware fits into my kitchen, and where the line should be drawn when it comes to safety and performance. I also break down why you should never keep using a scratched nonstick pan, even if it still seems to work. We’ll talk about whether a damaged pan is actually still nonstick, what happens when the coating fails, and how to know when it’s time to replace it. If you cook with nonstick cookware, this is an important conversation you shouldn’t ignore. 🔥 What This Video Covers -Why nonstick pans eventually fail -How long a nonstick pan should last -Why exposed metal is a dealbreaker -Where nonstick fits (and doesn’t fit) in a serious kitchen -How to tell when your pan is no longer safe or effective 🛠️ Gear used: Buy the Nonstick Pan here: https://amzn.to/4sm3zBX 📌 Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Why Did It Last So Long? 02:24 - Where Does Nonstick Teflon Sit In My Kitchen? 04:14 - Why You Should Throw It Out 05:41 - Is This Pan Still Nonstick? 07:21 - Final Thoughts 💬 Drop your questions in the comments – I love to respond to them! 👍 Like this video if it helped, and subscribe for more BBQ, Grilling, and Cooking content weekly! 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @tomwadek 🌐 Check out my website: www.moonlightsandcastle.com/tomskitchen 🛒 WHAT I USE: Check Out My Amazon Store For Products I Use in My Videos! https://www.amazon.com/shop/tomwade //Join Patreons for more perks and community fun: https://patreon.com/tomwadek //Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs_O5QYdUD8RiVvtjjbU3_g/join //Buy My Merch! https://www.spreadshirt.com/shop/user/tom+wade+merch/?srEdit=pa#?affiliateId=11625 //Discounts: Try Amazon Prime for 30 days: https://amzn.to/387Yn0f Gift Amazon Prime: https://amzn.to/38ei32M 🔉 Like my sound? Try them out with this link! Epidemic Sound https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/q7946b/ As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.