3 Simple Ways to Clean Your Gas Cooktops

Most professional chefs and casual home cooks use gas cooktops. It's an essential kitchen appliance, and people prefer using them since they’re easier to heat up and cool down.

However, food residue, stains, and grease on gas range cooktops are unavoidable. They can be cleaned using liquid and powdered detergents, but these have harsh chemicals that can affect the food you cook. Good thing there are ways to eliminate gunk without risking the quality of the meals you're preparing or the health of your loved ones. Read on to learn how.

Clean Stains with Vinegar

This condiment isn't just for cooking; in fact, it can also be used as a disinfectant due to its acidity. It counteracts icky buildups by dissolving them quickly and safely.

To clean your cooktop:

1.       Pour some vinegar into a spray bottle. If you’d like you can dilute the acidity by adding water.

2.       Spray liberally onto the burners and surrounding surfaces.

3.       Relax and let it sit for 10-15 minutes.

4.       Once all the work is done for you, simply wipe away the mess.

5.       By using this child- and pet-safe solution grime and stains will vanish leaving your cooktop looking good as new!

Remove Stubborn Grease with Baking Soda

It’s not just for baking cakes since it can effectively clean an entire home, including your stove. Due to its versatility, it can be used as a mild abrasive or scouring agent and deodorizer, which removes dirt, smelly odors, and grime. Like vinegar, it's gentle on the environment and your budget.

To clean your stove top:

1.       Combine 1/2 cup baking soda with 2 1/2 to 3 tablespoons of water.

2.       Gently mix until a paste is formed.

3.       Spread the paste over the burners and stove stop - this paste can tackle the interior of ovens and microwaves, too.

4.       Allow a minimum of 20 minutes for drying.

5.       Grab a sponge and easily scrub the grease away.

6.       As a bonus, you can combine the vinegar and baking soda methods for a strong one-two punch to battle even the most stubborn stains.

Lift-Away Tougher Stains with Ammonia

There are times when food buildup and grease just won’t let up. If stains can't be washed away with vinegar and baking soda, consider using ammonia instead. While it’s an effective cleaning solution, you need to be careful when mixing it with other agents.

1.       Wearing rubber gloves, put your burner grates in sealable plastic bags.

2.       Add a quarter cup of liquid ammonia.

3.       Seal the bags and let them rest for several hours or even overnight - because of the strong smell, leave them outside while the chemical safely works its way through the stains.

4.       When you wake up in the morning, remove the grates from the bags and wipe them clean.

5.       Your burners will now look good as new.

There you have it! You don't need to pay extra for expensive and potentially dangerous cleaning detergents. You can use these simple household staples to clean your gas cooktops. Keep your burners spotless so you can whip up a delicious meal without worrying about germs or toxins.