Perforated vs Solid Pizza Peel

Perforated vs Solid Pizza Peel | Why Perforated Peels Perform Better

Used by professional pizzaiolos for cleaner launches and better pizza bases.

If you're choosing between a perforated and solid pizza peel, the difference comes down to performance.

While solid peels are easier to handle, perforated peels produce cleaner launches, less burnt flour, and a noticeably better pizza base. For most home pizza makers, perforated is the better choice.

Key Difference

• perforations remove excess flour
• better contact with stone
• cleaner launch

Why Cerutti Perforated Pizza Peels Are Better

• Less burnt flour on the base
• Crispier pizza
• Cleaner transfer into the oven
• Preferred by professional pizzaiolos

When a Solid Peel Might Be Useful

• Easier for beginners
• Works with very wet dough
• Good as a secondary peel

Do Professional Pizza Makers Use Perforated Peels?

Most professional pizzaiolos prefer perforated pizza peels because they reduce excess flour and help achieve a cleaner bake. This is especially important when cooking at high temperatures where burnt flour can affect flavour.

Our Recommendation

Shop Cerutti perforated pizza peels

For most home pizza makers looking to improve results, a perforated pizza peel is the better long-term choice.

Recommended Perforated Pizza Peels

If you want better results from your pizza, upgrading to a perforated peel makes a noticeable difference from your first use.

Cerutti Perforated Pizza Peels

✔ Lightweight anodised aluminium for fast handling
✔ Precision perforations to reduce excess flour
✔ Designed for clean, consistent pizza launches

Choose the right peel based on how you make pizza:

Each Cerutti peel is designed for different pizza styles and handling preferences.

Popular options:

• Cerutti Round Perforated Pizza Peel (Best for Neapolitan Pizza)

• Cerutti Square Perforated Pizza Peel (More Control for Home Ovens)
  

• Cerutti Reinforced Perforated Pizza Turner (For Turning & Finishing Pizza)

Ready to improve your pizza results?

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