Made from 1.5mm gauge carbon steel which offers great heat conduction.Finished with a three layer non-stick coating designed for stir-frying at high temperatures and with less oil. Coated inside and out to provide a robust sealed coating for long-lasting endurance.The black phenolic handle reduces heat conductivity making it easy to pick up and carry. Secured via two rivets to ensure you always have a sturdy handle that won't come loose. The flat base ensures the wok is well-balanced so doesn't topple over when sat on the hob. It is also suitable for cooking on all hob types including gas, electric, ceramic and induction.When ready to start cooking, place the wok centrally over the hob ring, add oil and heat on a medium high setting. Once the oil starts smoking you're ready to start cooking.The perfect tool for cooking Asian cuisine.Dishwasher safe although it is advisable to remove it once the cycle is finished and dry it by hand using a clean, soft cloth. If washing by hand, do not use scouring powder, abrasives or metal scourers as they may damage the non-stick coating. Thoroughly dry with a clean cloth.