We cook a lot with cast iron and have to use either wood or silicone because the cast iron will melt my plastic utensils. This turner is perfect because it will not melt like my plastic utensils and it is dishwasher safe which makes my life that much easier. It is flexible enough to get in the grooves of a pot, but firm enough to stir and keep food from sticking. All in all, I have loved having this turner in my kitchen and use it almost daily.