Stainless steel is certainly one of the most widely used materials when it comes to making kitchen equipment. From pots and pans to kitchen appliances, you can find stainless steel almost anywhere. It is one of the safest materials to use when it comes to cookware, and it is virtually indestructible.

It is a common choice for many professional chefs and home enthusiasts because it does not react to food in any way and is also rust-resistant. Stainless steel is able to withstand high temperatures reasonably well too and is very robust, which makes it the perfect option for a busy professional chef. Stainless steel is an alloy of iron with chromium which provides its remarkable qualities. Chromium basically creates a thin layer on the surface of the steel which prevents any corrosion. Stainless steel also contains varying amounts of Carbon, Manganese, Silicon, Nickel and Molybdenum.

If you’re curious to know what exactly goes into a piece of stainless steel cookware, it is important to know that this material comes in different grades. This grade is the number that will tell you the exact components of a certain piece of stainless steel.

These numbers are usually stamped on the cookware. Grade 304 is by far the most common in cookware. If you see the numbers 18/8 or 18/10, this means the stainless steel is grade 304. The first number represents the percentage of chromium in the alloy (18%), and the second number represents the percentage of nickel (8% or 10%). Grade 304 stainless steel is perfectly safe for cooking.

SQ Professional stainless steel Lustro range includes casserole sets, cookware sets, a 3-tier steamer and roasting tins. Our products are crafted from premium grade 18/10 stainless steel, the ideal choice material for professional cooks.

Lustro 3-Tiered Steamer

See-through tempered glass lid with a steam vent, allowing you to keep an eye on your cooking. Suitable for all types of hobs, including induction. The three-tier system allows for cooking various foods simultaneously. Dishwasher safe.

Lustro Touch 6pc Cookware Set

Robust design and soft touch finish. Steam vents in the tempered glass lids. Suitable for all hobs including induction. Full stainless steel body for corrosion resistance. The encapsulated base of each pot and pan is constructed from 5 layers of engineered metals to achieve the very best cooking results. 

Lustro Imperiale Casserole Set

Encapsulated aluminium base. Close-fitting lid locks in nutrients and flavour. Oven safe up to 500° C. Dishwasher safe. Suitable for all hobs including induction. 

Lustro Apple 6pc Cookware Set

Dishwasher safe. Encapsulated base. Safe for oven use without lids. Close-fitting lids lock in nutrients and flavour. Suitable for all hobs including induction. 

Lustro Roasting Tin with Rack

Removable rack. Folding handles. Dishwasher safe. Freezer safe. Available in small, medium, large and extra-large.

Lustro Oval Roaster with Grill

Removable rack. Folding handles. Dishwasher safe. Freezer safe. Available in 4.5L capacity.