Charring of the wood can happen around 400 deg F, though finishes may well be damaged at much lower temperatures. A hot frying pan can certainly char...
We use our microwave All the time. The light under the new one is very good and has a low setting. The new exhaust blows out of the top near the door...
If I need a good round dowel for strength and not really worried about looks, I can get the oak ones from the big box with a HQ in Wilksboro NC. For...
I have cutting boards/trivets in the kitchen that I put very hot pots and pans on, but they are just literally a board, with no glue to worry about. ...