FINEX 12″ Cast Iron Lid — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FINEX 12″ Cast Iron Lid?
The FINEX 12″ Cast Iron Lid (model L12-10001) is a heavy, tight-fitting cast iron cover designed to pair with FINEX 12″ skillets or cookware. It’s meant to lock in moisture, enhance flavor, and convert your skillet into a pot for braising, steaming, or simmering.
What are its features and specifications?
• Material: cast iron, seasoned to match FINEX cookware
• Diameter: 12″ (fits 12″ FINEX skillet)
• Self-basting rings under the lid to catch and re-distribute moisture during slow cooking
• Heavy inner lip that nests inside the skillet, creating a tight seal to lock in heat and flavor
• Rim rests to reduce rattling when boiling or simmering
• Brass knob / milled knob for grip and aesthetic finishing touch
How do I properly use this lid?
• Place it on the matching 12″ FINEX skillet so the inner lip seats inside the pan rim tightly.
• Use it when you want to braise, steam, simmer sauces, or trap heat for more even cooking.
• The self-basting rings help drizzle condensation back onto the food, maintaining moisture.
• During high boiling, the rim rests help keep the lid steady and minimize rattling.
• Use care when handling hot lid — it gets very hot under heat and in the oven.
How should I clean and maintain it?
• Always hand wash — avoid putting in the dishwasher.
• Use warm water, a soft brush, and mild detergent if needed.
• Dry immediately and thoroughly to prevent rust.
• After dry, apply a thin coating of oil to the cooking surface to maintain seasoning.
• Store it in a dry place, ideally nesting on (or with) its matching skillet.
What are the benefits and limitations?
Benefits:
• Converts your FINEX skillet into a closed cooking vessel for steaming, braising, simmering
• Helps retain moisture, flavor, and heat
• Durable cast iron build that matches high quality cookware
• Self-basting and tight sealing features improve slow-cook performance
Limitations / cautions:
• Being cast iron, it’s heavy and stores heat — use caution when handling
• The lid will become very hot — always use heat protection
• To maintain performance, seasoning must be preserved (moisture, cleaning care)
• It’s designed for 12″ FINEX cookware — may not fit or seal properly on non-FINEX brands
