Cleaning of stove top with steamer and regular methods

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May 29, 2023

Effortless Stove Top Cleaning: A Step-by-Step Guide Using a Steamer

No matter if you have a gas stove top or glass , it can be a difficult process to take on. The last thing you want is to leave scratches from the razor scraper trying to get rid of tough stains and stuck on food.

Even for people who are not very experienced cooks, they will likely see some action when the food debris gets stuck on the stove too. Even simple things such as boiling tin water often leave streaks or marks. What about when you cook? Well the kitchen will be able to handle that. The sauce from Friday has been splotchy and has charred since then. In this guide, we will show you how to clean a black glass stove, electric stove top with regular cleaning solutions and a steam cleaner.

Stoves are complex and vary enormously from model to model, and from brand to brand. You must be knowledgeable about cleaning the stoves on the appliance to ensure the burner won't malfunction. Manuals are an essential resource for any stove top owner. Inside the book are instructions specifically designed for the appliance as well as diagrams explaining precisely the process of cleaning.

Key Takeaways:

  • Regular cleaning of stove tops, whether electric or gas, is essential to prevent stains, food buildup, and bacterial growth.
  • For cleaning a glass stove top, wiping off debris, soaking with an approved cleaner, scraping with a razor scraper, and drying the surface are effective steps.
  • Steam cleaning with a steam cleaner can be a convenient and efficient method for cleaning glass stove tops, involving wiping, steaming, applying a cleaning solution, and wiping again.

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Why is it important to clean your stove top?

The stove must be cleaned as it has lots of traffic and splatter. Cleaning the stove can cause stains, food stains and other bacteria to build up. You can always wash the stovetop, particularly in cases of raw chicken, before cooking. You can easily spread bacteria and viruses that have been found in the oven by cleaning the oven surface. Cleaning your stove top is advisable to clean the house as it reduces risk of illness.

cleaning glass stove top

How to clean a glass stove top

Almost all electric stoves are less sensitive than gas cooktops; they either contain heating coils that contain a power element, or glass based stoves with cracking edges. Please find detailed instructions on how to clean your electric stove top in the article below.

When cleaning electric stoves, it can take a long time to deep clean the stove top. If it comes to the point of having baked on food, the razor scraper is the most most efficient way to clean a glass stove top. You can get one at a Home Depot for about 5 dollars. The razor scraper lets you target stubborn buildup with ease.

Here is a step by step guide how to clean a glass stove top.

What you need to clean glass stove tops

  • razor scraper
  • cleaner that is approved for glass stovetops
  • clean cloth

Before you clean, turn off the glass cooktop and make sure it is completely cool to avoid injuries.

Step 1: Wipe off the glass stove top

With a damp cloth, wipe the surface of your glass stove prior to applying any cleaning solutions. This will ensure that at least a layer of food debris will be taken off.

Step 2: Soak the glass cooktop

Soak the area with a cleaner that is approved for glass stove tops and let sit for a couple of minutes. If you are not sure what is recommended for your specific glass stove top, refer to the owner's manual.

Step 3: Scrape the cooktop with a razor scraper

Slowly and firmly, start scraping the problem area at a low 30-40 degree angle. Do not press too hard and avoid holding the razor scraper at a high angle; that can accidentally crack the glass stove top.

Step 4: Dry the cooktop

Wipe the glass cooktop with a clean microfiber cloth.

How to clean glass stove tops with a steam cleaner

Steam cleaning has become the chosen option when it comes to cleaning and disinfecting surfaces. Over the past several years, steam cleaning has become the preferred method for cleaning and sanitizing a variety of things, including homes, offices, medical facilities and many different types of commercial businesses along with all kinds of vehicles. Steam cleaning is environmentally friendly, as operators do not require harsh cleaning solutions to help in the cleaning process. Steaming's biggest advantage is its ability to kill and remove more than 99% of bacteria, viruses, germs and other pathogens.

This highly portable steam cleaner is lightweight, weighing only 16.5 lbs., allowing operators to move it easily in and out of a work van and transport it to the worksite. Like other Fortador steamers, the Volt MINI's boiler heats quickly, taking only five minutes to produce steam. Unlike other small commercial portable steamers for cleaning, the Volt MINI also works at high pressure and temperatures, giving you 101.5 psi power of steam at a maximum temperature of 338 degrees Fahrenheit. The builder is made of high-strength AISI 304 stainless steel, attesting to its durability.

You'll also get a complete selection of microfiber cloths and scrubbing pads for your cleaning jobs. The Volt MINI allows operators to add detergent to the steamer for those situations when you need extra cleaning power and disenfection. Best of all, because the Volt MINI is a small electric portable steam cleaner, it produces no diesel fumes, making it a truly green machine as it will not polite the air inside buildings where you clean. The machine is also quiet, which is another plus, as operators can easily work in homes and commercial facilities when other people are present.

If you happen to own a steam cleaner or are in the market for one, here is a guide of how to clean a glass top stove with the Fortador Volt Mini steam cleaner.

What you need to clean stove top with steam cleaner

  • steam cleaner
  • microfiber cloth
  • scrub sponge

Before you clean, turn off the glass cooktop and make sure it is completely cool to avoid injuries.

Step 1: Turn on the steam cleaner

Plug in your steam cleaner into the outlet, and start filling up the steamer with fresh water. Make sure that the water is clean

Step 2: Wipe the glass stovetop with a damp cloth

A swipe with a clean cloth will help take off the first layer of any burnt food

Step 3: Steam the glass stove top

Begin the glass surface, focusing on the grease splatters.

Step 4: Wipe the glass cooktop

Wipe the warm water that has appeared from the steam.

Step 5: Apply a cleaning solution

Using a spray bottle or cream solution, spread it all over glass stove top and let it sit.

Step 6: Steam the glass stovetop

Start steaming the electric stove top. Using a sponge, gently scrub the glass stove top while steam cleaning the surface. Make sure to focus on the crevices and edges of the stove top to clean off any leftover residue.

Step 7: Wipe the electric stove top

Wipe the stovetop surface with a dry microfiber cloth to soak up all the hot soapy water. Repeat step 5-7 if needed.

deep clean stove top with baking soda

How to deep clean glass stove top with baking soda

For a sparkling clean look, a mix of baking soda and vinegar will go a long way.

What you need to deep clean glass stove

  • baking soda
  • vinegar
  • microfiber cloth

Before you clean, turn off the glass cooktop and make sure it is completely cool to avoid injuries.

Step 1: Apply baking soda and vinegar

Add vinegar to a spray bottle. On a cool electric stove, spray the solution and sprinkle baking soda. Let the baking soda and vinegar sit.

Step 2: Soak the glass stove top

Soak a microfiber towel with hot water and wring it out. Place the wet cloth over the black glass stove top and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3: Wipe off the residue

Remove the towel and wipe the cooktop with a microfiber cloth. Spray the vinegar again, and wipe with another dry microfiber cloth, buffing out any streaks on the glass surface. Repeat the steps above until the residue is gone.

Step 4: Dry the electric stovetop

Wipe the glass stove top one last time with a clean soft cloth.

How to clean the heating coils in electric stoves?

The electric coil burners can accumulate burnt food when cleaning has not been done in a while. It can become hard to clean them later on. With this easy step by step, you will only have to stick to cleaning your electric coil burners once a week.

If you need to scrub away tough stains, using a scrub sponge and soapy water will be best.

What you need to clean heating coils in electric stoves

  • dishwashing liquid
  • microfiber cloth
  • scrub sponge
  • microfiber cloth
  • baking soda (optional)

Before you clean, turn off the stove top and make sure it is completely cool to avoid injuries. Remove the electric coil burners from the stove top. It is important to keep the coil burners completely dry.

Step 1: Remove coil burners from the stove top

First, lift the burner a couple of inches from the stove. Check where the burner attaches to the stove top. Then, detach the burner from the stove.

Step 2: Clean the coil burners with with hot soapy water

Wet a a microfiber towel in hot soapy water and wipe the electric coil burners. If your coils need a deep clean, use a scrub sponge to wash the coil burners.

Step 3: Clean off the electric coil burners

After scrubbing the coil burners, wipe them with a damp cloth from any remaining debris.

Step 4: Reattach the coils

Do the opposite of step 1. You will know if the coils are fit back into place if they fit inside the burner drip pans.

gas stove cleaning

How to clean a gas stove top?

Gas stove tops are still the most popular stove top options. They use real flame to provide heating of surfaces. With gas stove tops, your cookware sits on top of gas stove grates, allowing you to use iron skillets and stoneware without scratching like it would on a glass cooktop.

Even though daily clean of gas stoves is not a simple wipe like on a glass stove top, the process is still not too hard. Find a step by step below.

What you need to clean gas stove

  • cleaner approved for gas ranges
  • microfiber cloth
  • damp cloth
  • dish soap

Step 1: Remove the stove grates

When your stove is cool completely, pick up the gas stove grates and wipe off any baked on food that might have fallen beneath the grates.

Step 2: Clean the stove top

Spray the stove top with a specialized cleaner that is designed for gas ranges. Wipe the cooktop and grates with a damp cloth. If the grates are still dirty, you can wash them with dish soap, warm water and sponge in the sink.

Step 3: Dry the stove top

Dry the stove top and grates with a microfiber cloth. Replace the grates.

cleaning gas stoe heads

How to clean gas stove burner heads

Burner heads needs cleaning for proper gas flow. To check if the burner heads need cleaning, check under the burner caps.

What you need to clean gas stove burner heads

  • toothbrush
  • damp cloth
  • microfiber cloth

Step 1: Soak up the spills

Remove the grates and caps,and use a damp cloth to soak up any spills in the burner heads.

Step 2: Remove crumbs

Using a soft toothbrush, remove any crumbs between the burner slots. Wipe them clean with a damp cloth.

Step 3: Replace the grates

Wipe the heads dry with a microfiber cloth and put the grates back on the stove top.

How to clean gas stove burner caps

The easiest way to clean the burner caps is by removing them and soaking in soapy water.

Best products to clean your stove top

Bar Keepers Friend Multipurpose Cooktop Cleaner

Bar Keepers Friend Multipurpose Cooktop Cleaner

This cleaner is great for most electric stoves but not stainless steel.

This stove top is a great option for a more thorough cleaning of a stove top. It is powerful to remove grease splatters, baked on food, and grime. It is safe to use on a ceramic stove top, black glass, and enamel. The formula has organic citric acid as an active ingredient and does not have harsh chemicals or phosphates.

It can also be used on sinks, glasses doors, and fridge doors because it is so effective. It can be used to remove metal tarnish on chrome, copper and brass as well.

Affresh Cooktop Cleaning Kit

Affresh Cooktop Cleaning Kit

This is a great solution for a ceramic stove. Sometimes a liquid cleaner is not always enough. This kit comes with everything anyone need to clean your stove. This kit includes a razor scraper to help carefully remove the remaining debris for a streak free shine, and five cleaning pads to keep your stovetop clean.

Scotch Brite Glass Cooktop Pads

Scotch Brite Glass Cooktop Pads

This is the perfect solution for people with glass stoves that do not want to use a liquid cleaner. A glass stove top can be hard to clean because of how sensitive they are. The small pads have a textured surface that can clean a glass stove top without using any chemicals. They are also reusable, so all you have to do is wash them. If the stains are very tough, the company recommends adding a few drops of dish soap.

Weiman Gas Range Cleaner and Degreaser

Weiman Gas Range Cleaner and Degreaser

People who use their gas stove top often and need a heavy duty cleaner. This solution will help loosen up burnt food, tough stains, and grime. You can also use this cleaner on grills, grates, drip pans.

Conclusion

At the end of the day, no matter what product or equipment you choose to use to clean your stove top, make sure to read the owner's manual before starting any cleaning. Most times, baking soda and vinegar go a long way when cleaning.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How often should I clean my stove top?

A: The frequency of cleaning the stovetop depends upon how often. A cook can clean the house once every two weeks, Pallas said. The average cook should clean his or her stoves at a minimum three times weekly. If you are worried that dirt or other particles may accumulate in the oven you should clean them up quickly after each use. Keep your oven warm until you wipe the stove out.

About the Authors

Sabrina Tretyakova
In the world of cleanliness and hygiene, Sabrina Tretyakova stands as a beacon of expertise and dedication. As an ISSA-certified cleaning technician, Sabrina brings a wealth of knowledge and three years of unwavering commitment to her profession. Having served a staggering 1,200 clients
Izabela Forysiak
With a decade of experience in export operations and logistics, I bring a wealth of expertise to the field. I've navigated the complexities of logistics with precision, ensuring smooth operations and seamless exports.

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