SKU:759442
Oval Proofing Basket
Oval Proofing Basket
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Elevate your artisanal baking with this beautifully crafted Oval Banneton, designed specifically to give your homemade loaves the perfect structure. As your dough undergoes its final rise (proofing), this natural cane vessel supports its shape, preventing it from flattening out and encouraging a beautiful, upward oven spring. Unlike standard mixing bowls, a traditional Proving Basket wicks away just the right amount of excess moisture from the surface of the dough. This creates a slightly drier skin that guarantees a delightfully crispy, artisan-style crust once baked.
Whether you are a sourdough enthusiast or a passionate weekend baker, utilizing a dedicated Fermenting basket is the secret to achieving bakery-quality results at home. The coiled rattan reed provides essential breathability for optimal oxygen circulation, ensuring the dough remains lively and aerated. Plus, it leaves a stunning, classic ribbed pattern on your finished loaves. Generously sized to accommodate larger batches, this essential addition to your traditional baking tools ensures your bread is light, airy, and visually spectacular every single time.
Key Features & Specifications
- Brand: Redecker
- Material: 100% Natural Cane (Rattan Reed)
- Capacity: Holds up to 1500g of dough
- Dimensions: 8.4 cm (H) x 19.9 cm (W) x 42.5 cm (L)
- Weight: 9 oz
- Origin: Made in Germany
How to Use Your Basket
- Prep the Basket: Before each use, generously dust the inside of the basket with flour (a 50/50 mix of regular flour and rice flour works brilliantly) to prevent the dough from sticking to the cane coils.
- Insert the Dough: After shaping your loaf, gently place the dough into the basket with the smooth side down and the seam facing upwards.
- Cover and Rest: Cover the basket with a damp tea towel, shower cap, or proofing cover to prevent the dough from drying out while it ferments and rises.
- Turn Out to Bake: Once the dough is fully proofed, gently invert the basket over a piece of parchment paper, a peel, or directly into a Dutch oven. The dough will drop out gently, revealing the beautiful spiral pattern. (Important: Never place the basket itself inside the oven!)
- Care & Cleaning: After use, simply tap out the excess flour. If wet dough is stuck, let it dry completely before brushing it out with a stiff, dry bristle brush. Store in a well-ventilated, dry place.
Delivery
Delivery
UK DELIVERY OPTIONS
Orders placed over the weekend will be sent the next working day.
INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY
Returns
Returns
If you wish to return a product, please read through the following information and then follow our returns procedure.
Terms and Conditions for Returns
You can return any item bought online for a full refund within 14 days of receiving your original order.
Refunds are issued via your original payment method and can take up to 7 days to appear in your account.
Goods may be returned for the following reasons: items faulty on arrival, items damaged in transit, items which become faulty during the warranty period or items deemed not fit for purpose.
All goods will be inspected on return prior to a refund being issued.
Wherever possible, returned items should include tags and any original packaging.
In the unlikely event that an item is returned to us in an unsuitable condition, we may reject the return and send it back to you.
Returns Procedure
To return an item / order please fill out the returns form provided with your order and include it in the package with the item(s) to be returned. This provides us with details of whether you wish for a refund or replacement and also your address and name details for this to be implemented.
Items should be packaged carefully using original packaging materials where possible to prevent damage in transit. We also recommend using a trackable delivery ‘signed for’ service and that you retain proof of postage. We are unable to process returns until we have received the returned items at our offices.
Please note: items bought online may NOT be returned in store. All returned goods must be sent to the address below.
Returns address:
Online Returns Department, The Oxford Brush Company, 54 High Street, Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4QF
International Returns
If you need to return an International item or order, you will be required to pay the full cost of postage; however, if the products were faulty or damaged on arrival to you we will refund the cost of shipping when we process your return. All goods will be inspected on arrival. Wherever possible, returned items should include tags and any original packaging.
Find in store
Find in store
The Oxford Brush Company is based in the traditional medieval market town of Burford, on the edge of the Cotswolds.
Burford is a charming town located on the edge of the Cotswolds, known for its picturesque streets lined with historic buildings. The High Street runs down the hillside to the iconic medieval bridge at the bottom. Burford is a popular destination for those exploring the quintessential English countryside and traditional villages in and around the Cotswolds.
Find The Oxford Brush Company at the heart of the High Street, amongst a selection of fantastic independent shops and cafes.
The Oxford Brush Company
54 High Street
Burford
OX18 4QF
Made to last
Natural bristles, solid wood and traditional brush-making. Designed to be used every day and kept for years.
