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It is not surprising that the hob gets dirty very quickly. If you’re like most of us, you cook every day. And this means that splashes of oil, grease or food residue will definitely be all over the stove. It goes without saying that you should clean the stove every day, scrubbing it well. But every now and then, it’s time to clean it thoroughly and get into all the nooks and crannies that might be hiding germs and grime. Of course, you should do it the right way to ensure not only that you clean it properly, but also that you don’t damage your stovetop. In fact, a greasy stove can even be a fire hazard, so cleaning it well is an absolute must! Here’s how to do it!
Why you should clean your stove’s gas burners
A dirty hob can cause uneven heating and weaker flames and can even pose a fire hazard. A dirty environment can easily harbor germs, but there’s also a more practical reason why you should clean your stove’s gas burners regularly. Old grease on the burner can burn during cooking, giving off a bad smell. Not only that, but burned grease is also harder to clean. So the less you clean, the harder it will eventually become to clean.
Suggestions
Don’t use your fancy cooking vinegar to clean your stove’s gas burners. White (distilled) vinegar works well.
Find out more How to clean hob burners in a few simple steps!
Be sure to clean all parts of the stove: the gas hob grates, the gas hob burners and the surface of the gas hob.
Microfiber cloths work well for cleaning the stovetop.
Some manufacturers suggest turning off the gas valve before cleaning.
If there is any food debris stuck in the crevices, use a piece of cardboard to pull it out. You may be tempted to use a toothpick, but it may break and clog the burners.
It is important to dry the parts properly after cleaning to prevent rust from forming.
Notes
Always read your stove manufacturer’s user manual carefully before starting.
What do you need to clean hob burners
50 ml (3 tablespoons) baking soda (baking soda, NOT baking powder)
an old toothbrush
large pot
Boil water in a pot. You can also boil water in a kettle and then pour it into a large bowl. Pour the vinegar into the water.
Carefully remove the parts (flame spreader and heads) from the hob. Place the parts in the vinegar water and let them soak in the water for 1 hour. This will loosen the dirt and make cleaning easier.
Take a toothbrush and apply baking soda on the burner parts. Brush well. Rinse and dry the parts with a soft cloth.
Put the clean parts back and enjoy your new clean stove.