Pizza Peels

Pizza peels are an indispensable part of a pizzeria’s tool set—a precise, durable and correctly sized peel ensures safe, efficient and fast pizza placement in the oven and removal from it, which is critical for high-volume pizzerias. An incorrect or insufficiently durable peel slows down work and increases the risk of damaged pizzas.

Types and materials of pizza peels

Professional pizza peels are available in various material options to suit the oven type and the chef’s working style. Aluminium pizza peels are lightweight, highly resistant to high temperatures, easy to clean and widely used in electric and gas pizza ovens. Perforated aluminium peels feature a blade with holes that reduce moisture on the pizza base during placement and make working with the dough easier. Wooden pizza peels are traditional peels used in wood-fired ovens, which do not conduct heat and do not scratch the oven stone. Stainless steel peels are more durable than aluminium, with higher heat transfer, suitable for high-use restaurants. Finished pizza removal peels have a large, thin blade for safely lifting cooked pizzas from the hot stone or oven base. Also check out Brushes for Oven Cleaning.

Sizes and handle length

The choice of pizza peel size and handle length depends on the pizza oven’s size and depth. The working blade size should match the pizzeria’s standard pizza size plus a 2–3 cm margin for precise placement; usually 25–45 cm in diameter. Handle length: 60–100 cm long handles for standard electric and gas ovens; 120–180 cm long handles for deep wood-fired ovens, allowing access to the oven’s depth without bringing the hand close to the fire’s heat zone. Metal or wooden handle material: metal handles are more durable, wooden handles are less heat-conductive. Folding peels are compact for storage or transport needs. Also check out Pizza Pans and Pizza Screens.

Pizza placement and removal technique

Professional pizza peel handling technique is important in every pizzeria, as incorrect manipulation of the pizza can result in a deformed final product. Dough placement on the peel: the dough with toppings is placed on a lightly floured peel surface to prevent sticking. Quick and confident sliding: a smooth, fast movement ensures the pizza lands on the oven stone without deformation. Turning during baking: the peel is also used to turn the pizza in the oven to ensure even baking. Removing the finished pizza: quickly and confidently pulling the peel under the finished pizza lifts it without sagging or deformation. Also check out Pizza Boards for cutting finished pizzas.

Maintenance and safety

Proper maintenance of pizza peels extends their service life and ensures safety when working with hot ovens. Aluminium peels should be washed with warm water and a non-abrasive cleaning agent. Wooden peels should be cleaned with a damp cloth or a small amount of water and completely dried before storage to prevent the wood from cracking. Regular inspection: check the handle’s stability and the blade’s integrity; damaged peels should be replaced as an unstable peel is a workplace safety risk. Storage: vertically on a stand or horizontally on a wall hook to maintain the blade’s flat shape.

HoReCa usage scenarios

A Neapolitan-style pizzeria with a wood-fired oven uses a long wooden peel for placing, turning and removing pizzas from the deep hot oven, ensuring safe work with fire and high temperatures. A high-volume pizzeria with an electric conveyor oven uses compact aluminium peels for fast and efficient pizza handling at high speed. A restaurant offering pizza alongside its main menu uses a universal aluminium peel for standard pizza oven operation. BHS supplies pizza peels to pizzerias and HoReCa businesses.

Frequently asked questions

What handle length is needed for a deep wood-fired oven? Usually 120–180 cm—depending on the oven’s depth. Contact the BHS team to determine the most suitable length. Check out Brushes for Oven Cleaning.

What is the difference between wooden and aluminium peels? Wooden peels are safer for high heat in wood-fired ovens; aluminium peels are lighter and more durable for intensive use. Check out Pizza Pans.

Why choose BHS?

BHS – Baltic HoReCa Solutions supplies professional equipment for restaurants, cafés, hotels and canteens: more than 20,000 products from many manufacturers. Our specialists help you choose the right equipment and spare parts for your kitchen or bar.

Delivery

We deliver across the European Union. Delivery time and cost depend on the order volume and destination — contact the BHS team for an exact price and lead time.