Pizza Screen YATO 400 mm | YATO YG-02036 perforated baking tray for even crust baking

YATO 400 mm pizza screen YG-02036 is a perforated baking tray designed to support pizza bases and improve heat circulation for more even baking. Constructed from metal mesh, the pizza screen allows moisture to escape and direct airflow to the underside of the crust, helping to achieve a crisper result in ovens that accept a 400 mm diameter pan. The product is suitable for commercial kitchens, pizzerias and home ovens where a round perforated tray is required.

Advantages

The perforated design promotes uniform heat distribution and faster moisture evaporation from the dough surface and underside, reducing sogginess. The metal construction provides dimensional stability under baking temperatures and resists warping. Its 400 mm diameter fits ovens and baking surfaces compatible with that size, and the open mesh reduces contact area with the dough for a more evenly browned crust.

Suitable for

• Professional pizzerias and restaurant ovens
• Home ovens and countertop pizza ovens that accept 400 mm trays
• Baking thin-crust, Neapolitan-style and pan pizzas requiring crisp bottoms
• Reheating or finishing prebaked bases to restore crispness

Key specifications

• Shape: Round, perforated mesh surface
• Diameter: 400 mm
• Material: Metal mesh construction suitable for baking temperatures
• Function: Improved airflow and moisture release for crispier crusts
• Compatibility: Designed for ovens and baking equipment that accept 400 mm round trays

How to use

Place the pizza screen on the oven rack or baking stone so it sits securely and is centered for even exposure to heat. Assemble and stretch the pizza dough on a work surface, add toppings as required, and transfer the prepared pizza onto the perforated surface using a peel or suitable transfer tool. Bake according to your recipe and oven settings, monitoring baking time because the improved airflow can shorten required cooking time. Remove the pizza with a peel or tongs and allow a short rest before slicing.

Usage recommendations

Preheat the oven and the pizza screen together when possible to enhance bottom crisping. For very soft or wet doughs, lightly dust the screen or the dough surface with semolina or fine cornmeal to reduce sticking. Clean the screen after it cools using a brush and warm soapy water; avoid abrasive cleaners that could damage the surface finish.