Whether you’re doing a thorough stove top restoration or simply cleaning it after some burnt debris has accumulated, the first step is to remove the burn marks on the device. The burner can accumulate layers of burnt food over time. Although removing burn stains is a tedious process, most homeowners can agree that it is also as satisfying.
Here are the materials you need to start the process:
- Razor blade
- Dish soap
- White vinegar
- Sponge
- Cleaning cloths
The cleaning process:
- Apply a layer of dish soap to your burnt stove top. Spread it with your fingers over the burn marks.
- Half-fill a spray bottle with distilled white vinegar and half with filtered water.
- Apply a generous layer of vinegar spray to the dish soap.
- Allow this mixture to sit for at least 30 minutes, depending on the severity of your mess, to soften the burn marks. It is recommended to wait for over an hour before moving on to the next step.
- Scrub your cooktop with the rougher, textured side of a damp sponge.
- Then rinse and wipe away the dish soap vinegar mixture with the softer side. You should have a cleaner cooktop, but some burn marks may remain.
- If there are burn marks on your stovetop after scrubbing it, you can use a razor blade. Hold the razor blade at a 45-degree angle and use short strokes to scrape away the burnt layer. Be careful not to place permanent scratch marks on the stovetop.
How do you get burn marks off a stainless steel stove?
When cooking, burn marks on stainless steel are common. However, burn marks, and food stains are easily removed with a variety of stainless steel cleaners. But stainless steel is a sensitive material, so it’s recommended to read the manual before buying products to clean your appliance. Certain products may not be safe to use for a stainless cooktop.
Precautions before and during cleaning stainless cooktops:
- Observe the finish of your device – Clear-coat finishes are available on several stainless steel appliances. Avoid cleaning agents that are harsh or incompatible with stainless steel since they can strip or harm the finish. Do not clean stainless steel with oven cleaners.
- Cleaning product reminders – Additionally, you should refrain from using bleach or any other cleaning supplies that include chloride. The stainless steel’s surface may be harmed by this. On brushed stainless steel, avoid using abrasive cleaners since they may damage the surface. Avoid using steel wool, steel brushes, or abrasive cleaning pads, as they can damage the surface and give the stainless steel a worn appearance.
- Scrub by grain during cleaning – Observe the stainless steel grain attentively to see if it runs vertically or horizontally. Scrub into the grain to avoid scratches since, as with wood, doing so yields the greatest results and is kind to the appliance.
The cleaning process for stainless cooktops is practically similar to the glass models. However, you may want to take note of these variations in the cleaning products that you may use during the process:
- Soap and water – Burned pot marks are easily washed with hot water and mild liquid dish soap. Nylon scrubbers are also often recommended because of the amount of abrasion in the product that can be used for scrubbing but is gentle enough to use on stainless steel. To prevent leaving water stains or streaks, rinse the soap off and pat yourself dry.
- Vinegar and oil – Hard water stains and fingerprints can be eliminated with homemade vinegar and oil cleaning. Use vinegar and oil to clean often to prevent stains from setting up. Because they are non-abrasive and washable, use microfiber towels together with this solution.
- Baking soda mixture – A DIY baking soda paste may be prepared, and it works wonders on tough stains like burn scars, caked-on food, and grease. Give the paste some time to absorb into the stain. Next, using a nylon cleaning tool or an old toothbrush, carefully scrape the paste into the grain.
Afterward, you can use polish to restore the shine to your stainless steel stovetop. Apply the polish using a lint-free cloth. An all-natural option can be a food-grade lemon oil, which leaves your kitchen with a fresh scent.
How do you get burn marks off a ceramic stove top?
Ceramic stovetops are also popular choices for homeowners because they are said to make cleaning easier for homeowners. Some even prefer this type of stovetop over ranges to avoid availing of constant range repair services whenever they do heavy meal preparations. However, persistent burn marks may be an issue for certain models. Here are the steps to effectively remove the burn marks:
- Switch off the burners on the stove.
- To remove the residue from the cooktop, add a few teaspoons of olive oil to the burnt pan residue. Olive oil is the ideal cleaning solution for grease and debris because of its lubricating qualities.
- Use a stainless steel spoon to scrape the remnants from the burnt pan. Move forward and lower as you work. To lessen the possibility of cutting into the ceramic, softly press with the tool. Utilizing a sponge with soap, remove the charred debris. Until the bulk of the residue is gone, thoroughly rinse the cooktop with a clean sponge.
- Baking soda and warm water are combined to create a cleaning paste that has the consistency of toothpaste. On the stovetop residue from the charred pan, apply the paste. Use a wet towel to remove any burnt residue traces.
- Put warm, sudsy water on the ceramic cooktop to clean it. To get rid of any remaining baking soda solution, clean the burners with dishwashing detergent and warm water. To give the surface of the cooktop burners a bright, polished, residue-free appearance, wipe them with a soft cloth.
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