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Pan Liners Buying Guide

Commercial baking pan liners save operators money by eliminating the labor time and cleaning costs associated with greasing and washing baking pans. When it comes to labor and cost savings, pan liners are a chef's best friend. They are one of the greatest inventions since sliced bread!

Disposable Pan Liner Materials

Our extensive line of disposable pan liners offers a wide variety of paper pan liners to meet your baking and cooking needs. Bulk paper pan liners are easy to use with standard foodservice baking sheets. Flat packs are convenient for laying flat in the pan. We carry Quilon® coated, dry wax coated, silicone coated, or EcoCraft® Bake 'N' Reuse paper.

Quilon® Coated Liners:

  • Excellent for temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Treated with a Quilon® non-stick coating that resists grease
  • Offered in both white and natural kraft
  • Economy option
  • Great for multi-purpose, single-use baking
  • Star K Kosher Certified
  • Offer in full sheets, half sheets, and quarter sheets

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Dry Wax Paper Liners:

  • Oven-safe up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, only if the liner will be completely covered by a batter or dough (do not expose directly to an oven's heat)
  • Great for round cake pans
  • Moisture- and grease-resistant; ideal for single-use baking
  • Available in sizes ranging from 6" to 12"

Silicone Coated Liners:

  • Excellent for temperatures up to 440 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Great for low-fat and high-sugar baking and doughy foods (donuts & cinnamon rolls)
  • Treated with a silicone non-stick coating that resists grease
  • Offers a stronger release
  • Can be used for freezer applications and would offer a barrier for freezer burn
  • Star K Kosher Certified
  • Offered in full sheets and half sheets

EcoCraft® Bake 'N' Reuse Liners:

  • Excellent for medium to high heat (400 to 425 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • 2 to 4 uses per sheet; resists grease, water, and oven browning
  • Made from unbleached cellulose fibers with a chromium-free release
  • Great for multi-purpose use baking, preparing food en papillote, or as a disposable pastry bag
  • Great natural alternative to standard sheet pan liners
  • Soy-blended eco-wax reduces dependence on petroleum
  • Star K Kosher Certified
  • Offered in full sheets and half sheets

Reusable Pan Liner Materials

reusable pan liners produce less waste, offering a cost-effective, eco-friendly alternative to disposable pan liners. We carry fiberglass silicone, perforated fiberglass silicone, and non-stick baking pan liners.

Fiberglass Silicone Baking Liners:

  • Extremely Versatile: Perfect for baking and freezing A-Z (withstands temperatures ranging from -40F to 480 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Also perfect for use as a work mat - roll out fondant and dough with ease with exceptional nonstick release and non-slip bottom
  • Fiberglass weave coated in premium food grade silicone provides excellent heat conduction and durability
  • A must have tool for extra sticky foods such as toffee and peanut brittle
  • Typically lasts 3000-5000 bakes
  • Browns slightly slower than parchment so is great for baking delicate cookies such as macarons

Perforated Fiberglass Silicone Baking Liners:

  • Microperforated material provides extra airflow and optimal browning, making this perfect for breads, eclairs, cream puffs, and croissants
  • Perforations prevent soggy baked goods and produce crispier bottoms
  • Typically lasts 3000-5000 bakes
  • PFOA-free and FDA-approved
  • Withstands temperatures ranging from -40 degrees to 500 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Fiberglass weave coated in premium food grade silicone provides excellent heat conduction and durability

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Non-Stick Baking Liners:

  • Triple coated non-stick surface makes clean up a breeze; eliminates the need for scrubbing
  • Lasts up to 100 bakes: replaces parchment paper with an economical reusable liner
  • Perfect for freezing and baking A-Z (Temperature range of -100 to 550 degrees Fahrenheit)
  • Offered in half size, full size, and rolls that can be cut to any size for a custom fit
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