Totally Bamboo's 20.5-inch Tapered Rolling Pin is light but super strong. Perfectly balanced for that delicate touch this French rolling pin is tapered at the edges and doesn't have handles. This makes the pin perfect for use in French style pastry making. Instead of gripping the handles and rolling, just use the palms of your hands to roll the pin and at the same time, press down on the dough. This gives more control over how thick the dough is rolled and provides a more delicate touch. More pressure on the center of the dough means less flattening towards the edges. The dough is pushed outward rather than being rolled flat. Not only is this tapered pin super functional, it has a classic beauty and is durable. Bamboo is a grass that grows to maturity in 5 years and does not need to be replanted, artificially irrigated or fertilized, making it one of the world's most renewable resources. Not dishwasher safe; hand wash with a mild detergent.