After several years of constant use, I felt it was time to season a new Island Grillstone for my grilling adventures.

I do get a lot of questions on the best way to do this from my readers, even though there are clear step by step instructions included with every new Island Grillstone, I felt a step by step photo tutorial would help.

Seasoning the Grillstone is very similar to seasoning a cast iron skillet.

Over time a shiny black patina will cover the surface of the Island Grillstone making it virtually non-stick!

There are several steps you need to go through to properly season a Island Grillstone, so let's get started!

How to Season the Island Grillstone

Step #1

You will need at large tub, soap and a scrub brush.

Scrub all surfaces thoroughly with soapy water.

Rinse with water to remove all traces of soap.

Step #2

Set the Grillstone in the sun to dry.

This can take several hours depending on the outside temperature.

Note: The Grillstone must be 100% dry before proceeding to the next step.

Step #3

Place the Grillstone on the grate of your cold grill.

Note: I prefer to use a Gas grill as it maintains a steady even temperature.

Warning: If you choose to do this in your home oven, it will fill your house up with smoke and/or could catch on fire

Pour Olive Oil over the surface of the Grillstone.

Brush the Olive Oil over the entire surface of the Island Grillstone.

Wipe off any excess Olive Oil.

Step #4

Ignite your gas grill and allow the temperature to reach 350° F with the Grillstone inside.

Note: I turn up the temp in gradual stages: Low, med-low, med, etc. until it reaches temperature.

Caution: Heating stone too quickly may cause stone to break.

When the grill reaches 350° F, turn it off and allow the grill and the Island Grillstone to cool – this will take over an hour.

Step #4

When the Grillstone has cooled, it will be a darker shade of grey.

You can flip it over and start cooking on it now.

It will continue to season every time you use it.

Final note: Always flip your Grillstone over before each use.

Already have a seasoned Island Grillstone? Learn how to clean it here: How to clean your Island Grillstone

For more information about the Island Grillstone, including Recipes, Tips and Videos, visit www.IslandGrillstone.com

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