In short: the kela BAAR raclette pan rest is a bit like coasters, but made for raclette pans. What we take away: 4 FSC-certified beech boards of 14 x 9.5 cm, each marked “RACLETTE”, sold for about €16.95 by kela, with no care instructions on the brand’s website.
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Quick facts on the kela BAAR raclette pan rest
| Feature | kela BAAR (ref. 77937) |
|---|---|
| Type | Raclette pan rest (set of 4) |
| Material | Beech wood, FSC-certified (N003735), according to kela |
| Dimensions | 14 x 9.5 cm per piece (kela) |
| Number of pieces | 4 (kela) |
| Thickness | 1 cm (kela) |
| Finish / engraving | Natural light-brown wood, “RACLETTE” marked on each piece (official kela photos) |
| Weight | 0.323 kg for the set (kela) |
| Cleaning | Not stated by kela; according to the Amazon listing: hand wash, rinse, dry, a little food-grade oil from time to time |
| Made in | Not stated by kela (responsible manufacturer: Keck & Lang GmbH, Böhmenkirch, Germany) |
| Indicative price | about €16.95 on the official kela shop, checked on 13/11/2026 |
What we make of it
Everyone knows the moment: the cheese is bubbling, you pull out the pan, and then panic. Where do you put it? On the plate, it slides. On the tablecloth, it leaves a brown ring. On a varnished table, it leaves a souvenir for the next decade. kela asks exactly that question on its official product page and answers it with four small beech boards where you set the hot pan down whenever it is not under the grill. In other words, coasters, but for raclette pans.
On paper, it is simple and sturdy: 14 x 9.5 cm, 1 cm thick, FSC-certified beech, and the word “RACLETTE” marked at the top of each piece, in case a guest mistakes it for a beer mat. In the official photo, a square pan sits on the board and the handle sticks well out past the edge: that is the point, you grab the handle without burning your fingers. The centimetre of wood acts as a buffer between hot metal and the table, and drips of cheese or fat land on the board rather than on the tablecloth.
Two honest limits. First, the set has 4 pieces: for a raclette for eight, you will need two boxes, or some sharing. Second, kela says nothing about care on its website. The Amazon listing mentions hand washing, rinsing, drying and a little food-grade oil now and then, which is the usual routine for wood. And bare wood that takes melted cheese and hot pans will darken and mark over time: call it the patina of good evenings, not a flaw, but worth knowing. According to the Amazon listing, buyers give it 4.5/5 from 474 reviews.
Strengths
- The coaster idea, applied to raclette pans
- FSC-certified beech, 1 cm thick
- Fun “RACLETTE” marking on the table
- Low price on the official kela shop
Things to consider
- Only 4 pieces: two sets for 8 guests
- No care instructions on kela’s website
- Bare wood darkens and marks over time
- Check the size of your pans (14 x 9.5 cm)
Who is it for?
For people who often host around the raclette grill and are tired of burn rings, stained tablecloths and pans balanced on the edge of a plate. For a family of four, the set is just right. Who it isn’t for: anyone who wants an object that stays brand new forever and puts everything in the dishwasher. To explore the rest of the range, see our page on the kela brand.
Alternatives
- Kesper: a set of 8 acacia wood pan rests, handy for big tables.
- Fackelmann 30993: a set of 6 wooden boards that double as coasters.
- Cook Concept: a set of 4 wooden raclette pan holders.
And to fill the pans before you set them down, dip into our recipes.
Frequently asked questions
Is the kela BAAR dishwasher-safe?
kela gives no care instructions on its website. According to the Amazon listing, it is hand wash only: rinse, dry, and apply a little food-grade oil from time to time.
How many pans can a kela BAAR set hold?
The set contains 4 boards, so 4 pans at a time. For 6 or 8 guests, plan on two sets.
What size are the kela BAAR boards?
According to kela, each board measures 14 x 9.5 cm and is 1 cm thick, in FSC-certified beech. The pan handle sticks out, so you can pick it up again without burning yourself.
