Good Stuff Go-To: The Lodge Magnetic Trivet, the Perfect Hot Pad for Cast & Stainless

If you cook with cast iron as much as I do, you know the “heavy lift” struggle. Cast iron is the ultimate “Good Stuff” kitchen tool-it’s durable, non-toxic, and lasts forever-but it is heavy.

There’s nothing quite like holding a 10-pound, screaming-hot skillet in one hand while frantically digging through a drawer for a hot pad with the other. In a busy house with six kids, that “fumble” is usually when a countertop gets scorched!

That’s exactly why I’m adding this to the Good Stuff Go-To’s-the things I actually use and love in my kitchen. If I haven’t used it myself (and would buy it again), it doesn’t make the cut.

This Week’s Pick: The Lodge Magnetic Trivet

Why This Magnetic Trivet is a Must-Have

This isn’t just a coaster for your pans; it’s a safety tool that makes moving hot cast iron fast and stress-free.

No fumbling: It snaps right onto the bottom of your pan.
Heat protection: Keeps high-heat iron safely off your counters.
Kid-friendly: Makes it much easier for kids to learn to move pans safely.
Stays put: Sticks to cast iron and most stainless steel until you’re done.

I use my cast iron for everything-from my Amazing French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich to my Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry-and this trivet has become a staple for getting those pans from the stove to the table without the chaos.

Good Stuff Tip: I have more about cooking, caring and cleaning cast iron if you want to dive deeper into the world of cast iron!

🤍 How I Use It (Step by Step)

Using a magnetic trivet is about as simple as it gets:

Finish cooking: Keep the trivet on your counter.
The “Snap”: Tap the bottom of your hot pan onto the wood-faced trivet.
Move & Set: The magnet holds tight, so you can move the pan and set it down instantly.
Cool down: Leave it attached while the pan cools.
Store: It’s small enough to tuck into a drawer or keep right on the counter.

Common Questions About Magnetic Trivets

Will the magnet lose its strength over time?

Nope! These are built by Lodge to handle the heat and the weight of heavy iron.

Does it work on stainless steel?

Yes! As long as your stainless steel has a magnetic base (which most high-quality ones do), it works like a charm.

Is it better than a regular hot pad?

100%. Because it attaches to the pan, you don’t have to worry about the pan slipping off a cloth pad or the pad getting bunched up.

Final Thoughts

This is one of those small, simple tools that just makes your life easier and your kitchen safer. That’s exactly what Good Stuff Go-To’s are all about: products I actually use, love, and trust.

Be sure to grab your Lodge Magnetic Trivet, it really is the best “third hand” you can have in the kitchen!