Stubborn dirt easily sticks to the gas stove that you use every day, and you have to devise a cleaning method to remove it cleanly. We will introduce recommended detergents and tips for cleaning methods that easily remove stubborn stains such as oil stains and burns on gas stoves. Let’s clean the gas area and make cooking comfortable.
Dirt on the gas stove is hard to remove!
Gas stoves, which are indispensable for cooking, are stained with oil and food juices and sticky stains, black stains, etc., which cannot be easily removed. If you use baking soda or detergent according to the type of dirt around the gas, you can cleanly remove dirt that is difficult to remove.
Major stains on gas stoves
Gas stoves can be used to cook a variety of foods, such as fried foods, stir-fried foods, boiled foods, and boiled foods. As a result, oil stains, burnt spills, and rust around the gas stick to the gas stove.
oil stains
Oil stains are sticky stains that accumulate from oil that splashes from a frying pan during cooking or oil that splatters from fried foods. If the oil is repeatedly splashed without wiping it off immediately after cooking, it will stick and become stubborn oil stains.
scorched
Burnt-on food is the residue of splattered oil, boiled-over juice, and scattered food that burns and sticks to the gas stove. In order to cleanly remove strong dirt, it is necessary not only to wash with detergent, but also to use baking soda and other methods of washing.
Rust
Among the dirt that has accumulated around the gas, there is food residue that contains a lot of moisture. If you leave it as it is without wiping it off, the gas stove will oxidize and rust. Rust cannot be removed by washing with detergent, so clean up food debris before it rusts.
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How to clean a gas stove
In order to easily clean the gas stove, pay attention to the cleaning order. Dirt sticks not only to the top plate but also to parts such as the burner cap and trivet. If you clean each part in order, it will be shiny.
necessary tools
In order to smoothly remove the dirt stuck to the gas stove, let’s prepare cleaning tools. Prepare tools to remove dirt, such as scrubbing brushes, sponges, rags, and used toothbrushes. You will also need a pot for soaking, kitchen detergent, and baking soda. For baking soda, put water and baking soda in a 1:1 ratio in a spray bottle to make baking soda water and use it.
Don’t forget to turn off the gas at the main valve before you start cleaning.
In the case of IH, it is safe to clean after turning off the breaker.
Cleaning method ① Remove parts
Since the gas stove consists of several parts, remove the parts first. The trivet is a stand on which pots and pans are placed, and it is a part where dirt such as charring easily sticks. Remove the trivet for thorough scrubbing, remove the burner cap and set aside.
Remove the soup tray and the exhaust port cover of the grill.
If you have a gas stove with a saucer, remove the saucer. If the gas stove does not have a saucer, it cannot be removed, so carefully clean the area around the gas. Remove and wash the exhaust port cover of the grill as it is a part that easily gets oily.
Cleaning method ② Soak and wash the removed parts
In order to easily remove dirt from removed parts, soaking and washing is recommended. Mix lukewarm water with baking soda in a 1:1 ratio, then put the trivet, soup tray, and grill exhaust cover, and let them soak for 30 to 40 minutes. When the dirt has loosened, gently rub it with a sponge and wash it, and use a toothbrush to polish the fine parts.
Boiling wash is also recommended.
Boiling water is suitable for stubborn stains. Put the parts, water, and 1 tablespoon of baking soda in a pot and bring to a boil. After boiling, if you leave it in hot water for 10 to 15 minutes, you can easily remove dirt. Once the dirt is removed, wipe off the water with a dry cloth and place it on kitchen paper to dry.
Cleaning method ③ Wash the burner cap
The burner cap has many fine grooves, so wash it by hand without leaving it on. Scrub the dirt on the front side with a sponge and kitchen detergent. For stubborn stains, soak a sponge in baking soda water and scrub it off. After removing the detergent with lukewarm water, check the back side for soot or oil stains.
Use a toothbrush or toothpick to remove dirt from the back
If the back of the burner cap is clogged with soot, use a toothbrush or toothpick to remove it. If it is clogged with charred or oil stains, it may cause ignition failure. Since there are many fine grooves, use a toothbrush to carefully scrub each groove.
If the parts remain wet, they may rust, so let them dry thoroughly before attaching them.
Cleaning method ④ Wipe off the dirt on the temperature sensor
When you remove the burner cap of the gas stove, there is a temperature sensor, and it is stained with burns. The temperature sensor may bend if you rub it too hard, and it may not work properly, so use a soft cloth to gently wipe off any dirt.
Cleaning method ⑤ Clean dirt on the top plate
Dirt such as oil and food juices tends to stick to the top plate, and dirt tends to accumulate. Dip a sponge in dishwashing detergent and rub in small circular motions. For difficult-to-remove dirt, you can easily remove it by washing it with cleanser on a rolled-up plastic bag or plastic bag.
Be careful as the cleanser contains abrasives and may damage the top plate depending on the material.
We recommend using a special cleaner for glass, and a soft sponge and sodium bicarbonate water for stainless steel.
Cleaning method ⑥ Wipe off the dirt on the grill switch side
After cleaning the top plate, clean the switch part of the gas stove and the door part of the grill. Wipe off the dirt with a wet rag because it is a place where oil stains easily adhere and dirt such as dust tends to accumulate. If the dirt is difficult to remove, lightly rub it with a sponge soaked in kitchen detergent and then wipe it off with a rag.