# Minimalist Pan-Cleaning Tools The Smithey Scraper is Compact and Made of Bamboo By Kalin Ned | Published 2023-03-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancleaning-tool References: [smithey](https://smithey.com/products/scraper-tool-3-pack)  Taking care of kitchenware can be a tedious task and this is why a pan-cleaning tool like the [Smithey Scraper](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farmhouse-skillets) can be highly desired among consumers struggling to keep up with the needs of their cookware. The Smithey Scraper is a small tool made of bamboo and the brand claims it is multifunctional. Each unit has "ridged teeth" that are specifically built to fit the crevices of [grill pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilean-pan). The flat edge on the opposite side of teeth, on the other hand, can be utilized to [clean the surface of any skillet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fish-skillet). Because of the material choice, the Smithey Scraper will not damage the seasoning of the cookware while removing burnt-on or caked-on food. Smithey offers its pan-cleaning tool in a pack of three units. Image Credit: Smithey ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Compact Cleaning Tools:** Opportunity for creating more compact and convenient cleaning tools for cooking appliances. - **Multifunctional Kitchenware:** Opportunity for developing kitchenware with multiple functions to provide convenience for consumers. - **Sustainable Utensils:** Opportunity for developing eco-friendly and sustainable utensils for kitchen cleaning and other applications. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Kitchenware:** Opportunity for companies in the kitchenware industry to develop and market more efficient and eco-friendly cleaning tools. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Opportunity for companies in the eco-friendly products industry to expand their product range to include more sustainable and convenient utensils for kitchen cleaning and other applications. - **Household Cleaning Solutions:** Opportunity for companies in the household cleaning solutions industry to create more innovative and sustainable tools for cleaning cooking appliances and other household items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metal-Covered Cookware Sponges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chain-link-scrubber.md) - [Compact Farmhouse Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farmhouse-skillets.md) - [Versatile Kitchen Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-multitools.md) - [Natural Non-Stick Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sizepan.md) - [Chic Non-Stick Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everything-pan.md) - [Double Burner Griddles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-burner-griddle.md) - [Authentic Hand-Forged Farmhouse Skillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farmhouse-skillet.md) - [Stainless Steel Kitchen Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-kitchen-gadget.md) - [Stainless Steel Kitchen Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caraway-kitchen-gadgets.md)