Mrs. Anderson's Metal Dough Scraper

Mrs. Anderson’s Metal Dough Scraper — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mrs. Anderson’s Metal Dough Scraper?

Mrs. Anderson’s Metal Dough Scraper is a professional-quality pastry tool featuring a stainless steel blade and a wooden handle. It’s built for cutting, portioning, and scraping dough from surfaces, making cleanup easier and more efficient.

What are its dimensions and materials?

The scraper’s blade is heavy-duty stainless steel, attached to a wooden handle for comfort and grip. Its overall dimensions are approximately **6″ × 4.75″ × 0.58″**.

How should I use and care for this scraper?

• Use the stainless steel edge to slice dough, partition loaves, or lift sticky dough from your work surface.
• Scrape residue or excess flour from countertops or bowls by running the blade flat against the surface.
• After use, hand wash in warm soapy water and dry immediately to preserve both metal and wood.
• Do **not** soak the wooden handle or expose it to extremes of moisture.
• Occasionally treat the wooden handle with food-safe mineral oil to keep it from drying or cracking.

What are the advantages and limitations?

Advantages:
– The heavy stainless blade cuts cleanly through dough, even sticky batches.
– The shape and rigidity allow for both portioning and scraping tasks.
– A wooden handle gives a comfortable grip and warmth in use.

Limitations / cautions:
– As with all wood/metal tools, avoid prolonged exposure to water or heat, which can degrade the handle or blade.
– The scraper isn’t intended for heavy chopping of hard vegetables or bones.
– The wood and metal interface should be inspected periodically for loosening or splitting.