Yes, they have special care instructions which is why I mentioned to you yesterday that I was nervous for you after you said you ordered all the Staub because you like the durability of cast iron. Enameled cast iron requires special care To learn more, I suggest you do some Google research to read up on the pros and cons. Read the care instructions on Zwilling. Search this sub. The biggest thing to know is that enameled cast iron is glass over iron. Two materials that expand at different rates. A couple pointers: Use wood and silicone utensils to avoid scratches Don't heat it empty, and heat it up slowly (if the bottom expands faster than the sides or if it heats too rapidly, the enamel could chip) Medium is your new high temperature, high is only for boiling Do not use steel wool to clean. Only use safe scrubbers - mine's usually clean after deglazing or a soak with Dawn Dry after washing Don't drop it, it might chip or crack If it requires so much special care, why do people use it?: the look/aesthetic, stove and oven safe, heat retention properties - great for making stews and roasts, baking bread, shallow and deep frying, and so many things. Unlike raw iron, you don't have to worry about acids stripping the seasoning or rust. My advice - keep one cocotte (the 5.5 is a versatile size), return everything else, and buy some moderately priced stainless or nonstick to replace your peeling nonstick because that isn't safe to use. Then, if you want more Staub, watch for sales and build up a collection of items that meet your needs. Answer from Rowan6547 on reddit.com