How to Clean an Electric Stove Top

Cleaning an Electric Stove Top

Maintaining an electric stove top clean and in good condition is important for ensuring that your food is prepared safely and in a hygienic environment. Follow these steps to make sure your electric stove top is clean and sanitary.

Instructions

1. Unplug your electric stove top if the appliance is connected to a power source. Otherwise, ensure that the stove top is completely turned off.
2. Remove all pans, pots, and other cookware items from the stove top.
3. Spray the surface of the stove top with a heavy-duty cleaner. Let the cleaner sit on the surface for 15 minutes to loosen any stuck-on grime.
4. Wipe the surface of the stove top with a soft cloth. Rinse the cloth regularly in clean water.
5. Clean any hard-to-reach areas, such as crevices and grooves, with a toothbrush or a soft cloth and clean water.
6. Dry the stove top with a soft cloth and let it air-dry for at least 15 minutes.
7. Use a mild abrasive cleaner (such as Bon Ami powder or baking soda) if any stuck-on grime still remains on the stovetop.
8. Wipe any remaining cleaner off the surface with a damp cloth. Dry the surface with a soft cloth.
9. Plug in your electric stove top or set it to the desired temperatures for use.

How to Clean an Electric Stove Top

Cleaning up burned-on food and grease from your electric stove top can be a challenge. But with the right cleaning products and a little elbow grease, you can make it look like new in no time.

Instructions

1. Mix together ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of baking soda and enough water to make a paste. Apply the paste to the surface of the stove top and let it sit for a few minutes.
2. Use a damp sponge to scrub the paste off and make sure to scrub in a circular motion towards the center of the stained area.
3. If the stain is still present after using baking soda, use a non-abrasive have cleaner to help remove the stain.
4. Wash the surface with water and a soft cloth after using the stove top cleaner.
5. Dry the area with a clean cloth or paper towel.