What is a pyrolytic oven?

What does “pyrolytic” mean?

The term “pyrolytic” refers to the process of pyrolysis. Basically, this means causing something to break down by heating it to a high temperature. It originates from the Ancient Greek word “pyr” for fire (and you thought you were just here to learn about ovens!).

What is a pyrolytic oven?

Pyrolytic ovens are sometimes also referred to as self-cleaning ovens. Before you ask, no, they don’t don rubber gloves and overalls, and yes, you are supposed to clean your oven to keep it in good working order. When you cook, the inside of the oven inevitably gets splattered with grease which builds up over time. Remember when you could actually see through the glass door? To clean regular ovens, you often need harsh chemicals and a whole lot of time and muscle to scrub the grease away. Pyrolytic ovens do the hard work for you. They heat up to approximately 420 degrees, reducing all that grime to a pile of ash which you can simply wipe away.

Is it safe?

Yes. Provided you exercise the same caution as with regular oven use and don’t open it during the cleaning programme, pyrolytic ovens are safe. They also have the added benefit of removing the need for chemical cleaners, so no more inhaling toxic fumes. Good ventilation is still necessary, but the SIA Pyrolytic Self Cleaning Single Electric Oven also passes the smoke produced through a catalyser.

Why should I choose a SIA pyrolytic oven?

Pyrolytic ovens are yet another way SIA brings functionality and style into your home. The Pyrolytic Self Cleaning Single Electric Oven comes in sleek black with a stainless steel trim guaranteed to look good in your kitchen. As well as being pyrolytic, it has a modern, simple to use LED display and 13 different functions to make cooking a walk in the park. You could literally go for a walk in the park as the oven can turn itself off after a set amount of time. Great if you’re prone to forgetting things!

SIA pyrolytic ovens make oven cleaning easy and chic. Take a look at our range and discover how SIA can make your kitchen work for you, rather than the other way around.