How to wash the stove from grease and other contaminants?

A stove is an indispensable attribute of every kitchen. During cooking, greasy spots form on its surface, which it is not always possible to eliminate immediately. Over time, soot forms, which is very difficult to fight without the use of detergents.

Cleaning the surface and contaminated grate of a gas stove can only be done after disconnecting the device from gas supply. Always observe safety rules.

Next, you should carefully remove the grate from the gas stove. Very often it is it that is most polluted. The grill usually accumulates a lot of fat, which is the hardest to eliminate.

To clean the grill, you can use alternative methods that have already been tested by time. Many housewives were convinced of their effectiveness. The grate should be placed in a bath or basin, pre-filled with hot water with the addition of laundry soap. To prepare a solution for cleaning the grate, you need to take 5 liters of water and one piece of soap 72%. It is necessary to select such a container so that the lattice is completely immersed in the prepared solution.

The gas stove necessarily has burners and electric ignition. They are also subject to accumulation of dirt and grease.If these elements are of a removable type, then they should be removed from the stove and also immersed in a soap solution for high-quality cleaning.

For cleaning pens and hard-to-reach places, special cleaning products will be required. If the gas stove is equipped with an oven, then it is necessary to clean its external surfaces and internal details.

To eliminate fat and various kinds of pollution will help both folk remedies and special detergents purchased in stores. Alternative methods are less effective and require more time and effort to thoroughly clean the gas stove. When using household chemicals it should be very careful in terms of safety so that it does not get into the food later.

If desired, to prepare grease from a gas stove, you can use products prepared on their own. Folk methods are chosen by those who prefer safe and proven methods and do not like to use synthetic household chemicals.

Everyone can clean the stove with folk remedies, since all the components are always at hand. Household chemicals are not in demand, because they can cause allergies, are unsafe to use, and all actions must be carried out with rubber gloves to protect the skin of the hands from various kinds of damage.

Modern manufacturers of household chemicals offer a wide range of products that allows you to quickly and easily remove even difficult to remove dirt and a large layer of fat.

All cleaning products can be divided into three groups:

• Abrasive products are presented in the form of powders containing abrasive particles. They have a wide price range. They must be evenly applied to the surface of the plate and left for 30 minutes, then, using a brush or cloth to clean the surface. Then you need to wash it thoroughly until the detergent is removed. This option is ideal for removing stains from stainless steel and is strictly forbidden for enameled boards.
• Washing funds are represented by gels, creams, foams and pastes. Gels and creams include microgranules that act as an abrasive but are very soft and also have a pleasant smell. They should be applied to a wet surface and wait half an hour to dissolve any kind of contamination. Foam or paste is ideal for cleaning vertical surfaces, they are characterized by efficiency and softness. Pasta is a more economical option than foam.
• Fat solvents made in the form of sprays. They are ideal for cleaning burner covers and grills. Spray the product onto contaminated items, leave for a certain time, which is indicated by the manufacturer, and rinse with water. Clean only with gloves. It is worth paying attention to the composition of the spray, since some are specially designed to eliminate carbon deposits, so they are washed off quite difficult.

To eliminate greasy and burnt spots, it is necessary to carry out preliminary preparation. To soften old spots it is worth using hot water and baking soda. The surface of the plate should be moistened with hot water and sprinkled with soda. After half an hour, you can begin to clean the surface of grease and burnt spots.

To remove soda, you should give preference soft sponge. Experts do not recommend the use of metal washcloths. You can use an old toothbrush or cotton swabs to clean hard-to-reach areas.

An excellent tool for removing burnt spots is the use of solutions with the addition of citric acid, juice or vinegar essence. These funds can be used both separately and together. A great solution is a combination of vinegar and ammonia solution. It is strong and effective in the fight against burnt spots and a thick layer of fat.

Many modern stoves have a glass ceramic hob that requires gentle care. The surface of the plate must be moistened with a soft sponge.

The product must be applied to the surface and wait a bit. If dirt remains after wiping the surface, then you can use a special scraper. This tool allows you to easily remove burnt residues. After removing the dirt, the surface of the glass should be wiped with a clean sponge, and then with a soft towel.

Soda can be used to combat stubborn stains. It is safe for glass, so it is in demand. It is necessary to wet a little soda before use, and then treat it with dried spots and leave it for a few minutes. After that, the surface of the stove needs to be washed with water, removing all soda residues.

To enhance the effect of soda, you can still add one drop of lemon juice or vinegar. The interaction of these substances helps to cope with a strong deposit faster.

To eliminate stains on glass, you can use not only folk methods, but also chemical creams and liquids. But it is worth being careful when choosing household chemicals, since some products contain potent alkalis and acids, which can negatively affect the glass surface.

Another way to remove stains on a glass surface is melamine sponge. It must be moistened with water and wiped off contaminated places on the surface. After cleaning, rinse the panel with water and wipe with a dry towel.

All heating elements in the metal casing are not disassembled, therefore such a stove is characterized by the accumulation of fat around the burners. To quickly clean the electric stove at home, you need to perform a certain series of actions:

• Wait until all the heating elements on the stove have cooled.
• Remember that the electric stove must be disconnected from the power supply. Safety measures should come first.
• The cleaning agent must be gently applied to the surface, wait for the fat to dissolve and wipe the coating with wet wipes.

To carefully remove greasy and burnt spots around the heating parts, you can use a wooden skewer or a toothpick.

Many modern cookers have a stainless steel hob. Such a gas stove looks impressive and beautiful in the kitchen. But even minor stains and spots are very noticeable on the surface of stainless steel.

To wash a metal surface from old grease, you must adhere to the following rules:

• Contamination must be removed immediately from the surface. No need to wait for a burnt spot to form.
• To remove dirt, you need a sponge and any grease or dishwashing detergent.
• To clean the hob from the metal will help soda-soap solution. It must be applied to the dirt, leave for half an hour and rinse thoroughly with water.

To clean hard-to-remove stains on a ceramic coating, you can use a special scraper or a plastic spoon. With their help, you can get rid of both fat and burnt spots, but the actions must be performed carefully and slowly.

To eliminate strong carbon deposits, you can use another method. It is necessary to take olive oil and pour a few drops on the stain, then leave for 20 minutes. Thanks to the use of oil, surface cleaning will be much easier.

If the above tools and tools are not at hand, then with fat lemon juice, vinegar and soda will help. To prepare a cleanser, you need to take baking soda and mix with a small amount of water until a porridge-like appearance appears. Apply the product to the spots and leave for 20 minutes.

If you use vinegar, then it must be mixed with water in equal proportions. With this tool, gently wipe the stain. Vinegar has not only a cleansing, but also a disinfecting property. After its application on ceramics there are no stains left.

The hardest part of the stove is the grill, since it is on it that a thick layer of fat accumulates. When choosing a method for cleaning it, you need to start from what material is it made of:

• The cast-iron grate must be calcined. To do this, you can use an oven, gas stove or blowtorch. Using a metal sponge, thoroughly clean the rods.
• You can use a dishwasher to clean stainless or enameled racks. You must select a program using high temperature water.

If there is no dishwasher, dip the grate into a container of hot water, after adding a small amount of detergent. To prepare the solution you will need soap, vinegar and soda. The product must be soaked for 12 hours so that the fat is well-soaked. After this, the contamination must be removed with an iron brush.

Effective ways to clean a heavily soiled grid:

• Warm sand eliminates various contaminants, but the cleaning process takes a long time.
• Dry mustard is applied to the rods, left for several hours, and then washed off with water.
• A cleaner for car engines does a great job in eliminating grease. After using it, thoroughly rinse the grate.

Not only the outside surface of the stove needs cleaning, but also the burner. It consists of three parts: a protective cover, a flame divider and a nozzle or nozzle. Not everyone can do a complete burner cleaning.

First you need to disassemble the burner, remove all parts for thorough cleaning. Burners are easy to clean using a toothbrush and soap solution.

To clean the nozzle, make sure that the gas supply is turned off. If the holes are clogged with food debris or grease, then a metal wire can be used. You can do this procedure yourself or call a specialist.

Gas stove handles always accumulate a large amount of fat. Usually, dirt accumulates in the most inaccessible places, so you should talk about cleaning them in more detail.

The ideal solution is to remove the handles. This must be done according to the instructions for the gas stove. If you managed to remove the handles, then you can use the same methods for cleaning them as for the grill. It is necessary to collect water in a container and dissolve laundry soap in it. Handles need to be soaked for half an hour to simplify the cleaning process.

Another option - per liter of water will require 2 tbsp. tablespoons of vinegar essence. For this method, it is imperative to be wearing gloves for reliable protection of the skin of the hands. Pens should be placed in the prepared solution and put on fire. Boil them for about 5 minutes, then drain the solution and wait for them to dry naturally.

If the handles are not removed from the stove, then you should use cotton buds, toothpicks, an old toothbrush. For easy removal of dirt, use ammonia or soda ash or baking soda. First you need to moisten the surface and sprinkle with soda. This is enough to remove fat. But if this does not help to eliminate strong pollution, then you can use cotton buds and ammonia.

To clean the oven, you can use improvised means. With their help, you must first prepare a solution for cleaning the ovens inside. You can use the same methods that are used for cleaning burners.

For cleaning internal surfaces, you should give preference. soap solution. Using a sponge, it is necessary to treat all surfaces and leave for 20 minutes. This action allows you to easily clean a very dirty oven.

To clean the baking sheet and internal parts, you can pour soapy water into the baking sheet and turn on the oven for half an hour, choosing a temperature of 120 degrees. Next, you need to gently wipe all the parts with a soft sponge.

You can use citric acid or soda. It is necessary to dissolve one of the products in water and treat the walls of the oven, leave the product for 25 minutes, then wipe with paper and rinse with water.

To eliminate minor impurities, a solution prepared from water and vinegar is suitable. You should turn on the oven for 15 minutes, setting the temperature to 50 degrees. Softened dirt is perfectly eliminated with a sponge.

Plates are a source of danger because they heat up to very high temperatures. Hot tiles can melt plastic.

For cleaning enamelled or stainless steel boards You will need to do the following:

• Ventilate the room immediately, since molten plastic is hazardous to health.
• Wait for the plastic to cool completely.
• Remove dirt with a sharp knife, as much as possible.
• Treat the contaminated area with WD-40 universal grease and leave for 5 minutes.
• Gently wash off the grease with soapy water and wipe the surface thoroughly dry.
• Plastic residues can be removed with nail polish remover, but first you need to test this product in a small area.

Remove plastic and foil from the stove with soda. It is necessary to make a paste of soda and water. Spread contaminated areas with paste. Do not rub the surface very hard so as not to scratch it.

So that the stove does not lose its original appearance, and also a greasy coating does not form on it, It is necessary to adhere to several simple rules:

• To avoid problems with ingested fat, it is necessary to wipe the stove every time after use.
• Chemical cleaning of the hob must only be done with gloves.
• When cleaning the stove, thoroughly wipe the entire surface, not just the burners, since the fat is evenly distributed throughout the stove.
• When cleaning the oven, the use of metal brushes, hard sponges or scrapers should be excluded. They can cause scratches.
• Quickly remove grease with a steam cleaner. After five minutes, all dirt can be removed using only a damp cloth.

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