Glass top stoves are a great way to add a modern touch to your kitchen, but with all that exposed glass, keeping it clean can be tricky. Luckily, there are several simple strategies for tackling and preventing grime build-up on your glass top stove.
Read on for some helpful tips!
My favorite tools? Green soft scrubber pads, and GENTLE use of a wetted pumice stone.
(Too hard can scratch, and always test small areas before going wild with the elbow grease.)
Cleaning With Vinegar and Baking Soda
Vinegar and baking soda make an effective, natural cleaning solution. Begin by unplugging the stovetop, then sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over the entire surface. Pour vinegar over the baking soda until it forms a paste and let it sit for 15 minutes. Afterward, use a damp sponge or cloth to scrub away the dirt and grime. Rinse with warm water when you’re done.
Baking Soda Paste
If you’d rather not use vinegar, you can still make good use of baking soda when cleaning your stovetop. Mix four parts baking soda with one part water until it forms a paste, then spread it all over the stovetop using a damp cloth or sponge. Let this paste sit for 15 minutes before scrubbing in circles with another damp cloth or sponge—but don’t press too hard as you could damage the finish! When finished, be sure to rinse off any remaining residue with warm water.
Removing Stubborn Burned On Buildup
For tough stains like burnt food or discoloration from heat exposure, try using an abrasive cleaner such as Bar Keeper’s Friend Soft Cleanser or Cerama Bryte. Simply spray onto stained areas and scrub gently using a damp sponge or cloth in circular motions—no need to let this sit as you did with the vinegar or baking soda solutions! Once again, be sure to rinse off any remaining residue with warm water after cleaning is complete.
Glass top stoves are notorious for being difficult to keep clean due to their exposed surfaces—but if you follow these tips regularly, keeping yours sparkling will be no problem at all! Whether you opt for an all-natural approach with vinegar and baking soda or reach for something more abrasive like Bar Keeper’s Friend Soft Cleanser when tackling tougher stains, your glass top stove will look just as good as new in no time! Plus, regular cleaning also helps prevent future buildup of dirt and grime so that your stove looks its best for years to come.
Happy cleaning!
