Struggling with dirty, greasy stove grates? Discover a simple method to clean stove grates effortlessly without the need for scrubbing! It’s an easy way to remove stubborn, cooked-on food residues! If you enjoy cooking on a gas stove but miss the straightforward clean-up of a glass cooktop, you’re not alone! With a glass top, any spills could be wiped away quickly, leaving everything looking pristine. However, gas stoves have their challenges, particularly when food or liquids spill onto the burners and are left to bake on. This creates a messy situation that’s tough to clean!
While I’ve occasionally placed stove burners in the dishwasher for a bit of help, it rarely removes all the baked-on food. So, I was elated to discover this hassle-free no-scrub technique to clean stove grates.
How To Clean Stove Grates
To effectively clean your stove grates, you’ll need a few common household items. Most of these should already be within reach:
Essential items for cleaning stove grates:
- Ammonia (available at most stores for just a dollar or two)
- Gallon-sized Ziploc bag (you can find these at the dollar store)
- Your stove grates
Note: This process requires a soaking time of approximately 12 hours, so plan to tackle this task on a day when you won’t be using your stove. Keep in mind that while ammonia is excellent for breaking down grease and grime, it has a strong odor. Be sure to work in a well-ventilated area!
Step 1: Begin by placing the stove grates inside the Ziploc bag and pour in a small amount of ammonia—about 1/4 cup should suffice. The grates don’t need to be submerged; it’s the ammonia fumes that do the heavy lifting! Alternatively, you can pour the ammonia into a small bowl and position it inside the Ziploc bag.
Step 2: Seal the bag tightly and let it sit undisturbed for about 12 hours. I usually start this process in the evening and open it up the next morning. *I suggest placing the bag in a location where the fumes won’t affect you!
Step 3: After the 12-hour period, carefully remove the stove grates from the bag and wipe them down. You’ll be pleasantly surprised as the baked-on food should come off with minimal effort.
Step 4: Rinse the stove grates in the sink and allow them to air dry. You’ll be amazed at the transformation!
If You Have Larger Burners:
If your stove parts are too large to fit into a Ziploc bag, don’t worry! You can use a large glass pan (like a lasagna dish). Just add 1/4 cup of ammonia, then carefully cover it with plastic wrap to trap the fumes. The key is to ensure it’s sealed well. This way, you won’t lose any ammonia vapors, and you can clean your stove grates effortlessly, leaving them looking brand new.
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