,GI metal is the gold standard when it comes to peels. just my opinion, but I have had a few from a few different companies and the GI metal ones are the ones I keep and use. getting these and using them is a different process. they allow you to build on a work surface, like a table or counter, the use these to transfer to the oven. they work great, but I wouldnt use them to build on. if you want to build on the peel then wood would be the way to go.