judygram Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Why take the chance, all it takes is once and then you will be sorry for the rest of your life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 NO TEFLON IS SAFE!!! As Judy says, and I agree...why would you take the chance and risk your birds life. It can kill them very quickly before you even know it's a problem. 20 minutes....dead. Research it more, both here and elsewhere, you will see for yourself. It's even dangerous to us humans long term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 Right on Talon, it only takes one time and all the birds are dead. That has been a VERY PAINFUL lesson for many bird owners. Muchless the poor birds it killed..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted October 3, 2009 Share Posted October 3, 2009 I love to cook and really loved my non-stick pans. When I read about overheating dangers, I changed my range hood to vent outside, got one that automatically turns on the fan by thermostat. I use digital thermometers with probes that will sound an alarm before food reaches a boiling point to be sure I don't get distracted. Then, I read that the number one mistake isn't by the bird owner, but a guest. I thought about it some more. It wouldn't matter how dedicated and careful I am if someone else was coming in to take care of my pets etc. I lovingly packed up my t-fal and got a new set of stainless steel this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT_Jacket Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 In preparation for our new addition we need to swap out our teflon pots/pans - This Cuisinart Greenware Nonstick cookware is labelled as both PFOA and PTFE free. Is it okay to use? http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-GW-10-Greenware-Nonstick-10-Piece/dp/B001NIZ7C4 Thanks, Brett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted April 18, 2011 Share Posted April 18, 2011 (edited) From all I have read it is supposed to be safe, however I use stainless steel and cast iron myself. I do know first hand of a cockatoo that dies very quickly after exposure to a hot Teflon coated pan, he was playing in the kitchen when breakfast was being prepared. It was a sudden and irreversible ugly death. Edited April 18, 2011 by Greywings additional info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vamppire Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 I'd also just recommend the 100% safe route, in not having anything non-stick at all despite what companies claim. It might have something else that is toxic to birds that hasn't been widely researched yet. Learning a new skill (e.g. cooking with stainless) is never a bad thing anyway. Its not bad once you give it a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Okay, you've convinced me. I retired most of my Teflon when I got birds, but there was one large pan that I really liked, and I figured I'd just be careful not to ever overheat it. But you're right. Why take the chance? I love my birds way more than I love that Teflon pan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshana Posted April 26, 2011 Share Posted April 26, 2011 My boyfriend and I, who are both big cooks, have been researching this subject. Has anyone used ceramic pans? Our ceramic knife is a favorite, and I'm wondering if ceramic, with its natural non stick properties, would be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DinoUndies Posted June 20, 2011 Share Posted June 20, 2011 So stainless steel pots and pans are good, right? Also, how do you know if something if pots/pans are teflon pots/pans? And what are non-stick pots and pans so I can throw these away as well? Also, you put a few other stuff in the first post about other things also having PTFE, does this make them dangerous as well? Or are only the Teflon & Non-Stick Pots and Pans dangerous? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 So stainless steel pots and pans are good, right? Also, how do you know if something if pots/pans are teflon pots/pans? And what are non-stick pots and pans so I can throw these away as well? Also, you put a few other stuff in the first post about other things also having PTFE, does this make them dangerous as well? Or are only the Teflon & Non-Stick Pots and Pans dangerous? ***So stainless steel pots and pans are good, right**** So is cast iron cookware. Don't worry about all the letters Simply don't use any type of non stick cookware whether it's teflon or not. AND any type of non stick cookware states that it's non stick. Chemicals are used to make non stick cookware. That's what all the letters above are about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DinoUndies Posted June 21, 2011 Share Posted June 21, 2011 (edited) Thank you very much, Dave. I'll make sure not to use any Non-Stick Cookware. Edited June 21, 2011 by DinoUndies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herskine Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I was wondering if anyone has any information on gas ranges. We'll be purchasing a new gas range soon and I'm trying to get as much information as possible to keep Pook safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerial.2000 Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 great information ty everyone I have plenty of time to save and change all my teflon stuff out to stainless steel .... wow no way do i want to take any chances. So if you are all cooking even with the stainless steel non toxic pans, do you allow the birds in the kitchen with you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrotmomma68 Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 I was researching our toaster oven and coffee maker and called the company. On the toaster oven they said no teflon but it has other non stick material, so I guess we will be getting rid of the toaster oven. Does anyone know a safe one? As for the coffee maker, they said that it has a Phenolic Heat Resistant plastic coating over the aluminum heating plate and heating elements. Is this ok? If not does anyone know a good coffee maker? Also can anyone recomend a hair dryer? Kim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 (edited) Toaster oven--------any one that's sold is totally fine. Coffee maker--------any one that's sold is totally fine. Hair dryer------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Humidifiers ( made for breathing)--any one that's sold is totally fine. Microwaves----------any one that's sold is totally fine. Electric ovens-------any one that's sold is totally fine. Gas ovens-----------any one that's sold is totally fine. (as long as flame stays lite.) Hot tubs-------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Saunas--------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Foot massagers------any one that's sold is totally fine. Intimate items--------any one that's sold is totally fine. (Official Manufacturer Info---frequent use is suggested but not mandatory. Read the warranty) The only thing that shouldn't be done is blow drying a bird after a bath. That causes dry skin on the bird. The subject of Teflon has been getting blown out of proportion lately. Too much misinformation. The subject of Teflon should be confined to cooking utensils( pots and pans and baking items) on very hot stoves be they electric or gas. Amen, Amen I say to you---- If you can't breathe it, leave it. Edited January 16, 2012 by Dave007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted January 16, 2012 Share Posted January 16, 2012 Just wanted to throw this out there....if you have a ceramic stove top, the manufacturer recommends NOT using cast iron pans on the top. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parrotmomma68 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Thanks Dave007! I was under the impression that anything with teflon was bad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerial.2000 Posted January 17, 2012 Share Posted January 17, 2012 Just wanted to throw this out there....if you have a ceramic stove top, the manufacturer recommends NOT using cast iron pans on the top. yeah that was a fear of mine was dropping some heavy cast iron skillet thanks! Toaster oven--------any one that's sold is totally fine.Coffee maker--------any one that's sold is totally fine. Hair dryer------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Humidifiers ( made for breathing)--any one that's sold is totally fine. Microwaves----------any one that's sold is totally fine. Electric ovens-------any one that's sold is totally fine. Gas ovens-----------any one that's sold is totally fine. (as long as flame stays lite.) Hot tubs-------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Saunas--------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Foot massagers------any one that's sold is totally fine. Intimate items--------any one that's sold is totally fine. (Official Manufacturer Info---frequent use is suggested but not mandatory. Read the warranty) The only thing that shouldn't be done is blow drying a bird after a bath. That causes dry skin on the bird. The subject of Teflon has been getting blown out of proportion lately. Too much misinformation. The subject of Teflon should be confined to cooking utensils( pots and pans and baking items) on very hot stoves be they electric or gas. Amen, Amen I say to you---- If you can't breathe it, leave it. thanks I hope I didnt start a flurry of panic for everyone over the teflon ... I just wanna make sure Im totally educated and the only way I know to do that is to ask questions from the pros like yourselves! thanks for the help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerial.2000 Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 my friend today gave me a complete set of stainless steel cookware that she had used a few times and HATED. I made my first meal with them tonite and i was worried but it went really well and nothing stuck im totally stoked to have been given this as a gift.. as i left she said merry christmas that works for me !!!!!!! YEAH! one more thing crossed off my list "to do" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artoo Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Toaster oven--------any one that's sold is totally fine.Coffee maker--------any one that's sold is totally fine. Hair dryer------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Humidifiers ( made for breathing)--any one that's sold is totally fine. Microwaves----------any one that's sold is totally fine. Electric ovens-------any one that's sold is totally fine. Gas ovens-----------any one that's sold is totally fine. (as long as flame stays lite.) Hot tubs-------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Saunas--------------any one that's sold is totally fine. Foot massagers------any one that's sold is totally fine. Intimate items--------any one that's sold is totally fine. (Official Manufacturer Info---frequent use is suggested but not mandatory. Read the warranty) Thanks for this list. Like Parrotmomma68, I was also under the impression that ANYTHING with Teflon was dangerous. I'm going to be donating my non-stick pans to Goodwill and purchasing some PTFE-free ones this weekend. One question I do have is this: does anyone know how long the Teflon fumes remain in the air? I read an article the other day that said the fumes can linger in the air for an indefinite amount of time, and even stay in your carpet for a while. Anyone know if this is true? Maybe I'm being a bit paranoid or ridiculous, but I'm picking up my Grey in a few weeks and would like to know if I should stop using my Teflon pans TODAY so the air in my apartment can get "cleaned up" a bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave007 Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 The biggest problem concerning teflon and odor is when items are left cooking and someone walks away leaving the pans unattended. If the teflon overheats and burns , the smell is terrible and thick and oily. It can get on different items --floors, rugs, windows, countertops, fridges, othe appliances. The smell lasts a long time and getting rid of it takes as much as 2 or 3 weeks and other chemicals have to be used to get rid of it. If you've been simply using your teflon cookware and haven't had problems like above.You really don't need to *prepare* your house. How longs does it take?? Well, when cooking, some people have exhaust fans connected to the stove. Others have a window open so it's really hard to answer that. All you really have to do right now is purchase some other kind of cookware and you'll be set to go. There's all sorts of cookware on the market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 Hey guys! Been a long time. As I'm nearing the end of college I'm starting to stock up on stuff I will need once I am on my own, like kitchen stuff. I was wondering if you guys could tell me if Danny Seo's kitchen stuff is safe for birds. "The ceramic PTFE and PFOA chemical free coating is non-stick and wipes clean." Here's a link: http://www.dannyseo.com/2012/05/danny-seo-eco-grilling-pans/ Anyone know if these would be safe? Thanks! Carly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarasota Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 My understanding is that they have the same issues as Teflon under high heat and wear and tear (chipped pots and pans giving off gas, into food, etc.) I did a quick search on the Internet and found that both PTFE and PFOA are listed on the Toxic Substance Control Act. Under controlled circumstances they might be fine, but stainless steel cookware is probably your best bet. In any event, they've got killer deals on some stainless sets at big stores like Costco. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbersmom Posted August 14, 2012 Share Posted August 14, 2012 ^^Agreed. I went with stainless steel. I like it too I might add! I had some already and the switch was painless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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