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How to Clean Your Hob
Keeping your hob clean is crucial to making sure it keeps cooking up good grub for years to come. Whether it’s a gas, electric, ceramic, or induction hob you’ve got, keeping up with removing grease, spills, and burnt-on food is a must.
If you’re after step-by-step instructions, backed up by expert tips and techniques, you’ve come to the right place. From tackling gas hob burners to removing stubborn stains on ceramic and induction hobs, we’ve got it all covered.
Not just that, we’ll also share extra tips on how to keep your hob in tip-top condition, making sure it looks spotless while not causing any damage.
How to Clean a Gas Hob
Cleaning your gas hob regularly is key to making sure it stays in prime condition. So it’s important to know exactly how to clean each component, from burners, pan supports, to the hob surface.
Essential Steps for Safely Cleaning Your Hob Burners
First-things-first, make sure the hob is switched off and completely cool to avoid any burnt fingertips. Then, gently remove the burners to avoid damaging the surrounding parts. With a soft brush or cloth, clear away any loose debris like food crumbs. For a deeper clean, soak the burners in warm, soapy water for a few minutes then scrub away any leftover stains with a non-abrasive sponge. Give them a rinse and let them dry fully before placing them back.
How to Effectively Clean Your Pan Supports
Next up, the pan supports. Over time, these can collect a lot of grease, so it’s important to clean them regularly. If they’re dishwasher safe, you can just pop them in for a good wash. But if not, soak them in warm, soapy water and then give them a scrub with a non-abrasive sponge. Rinse them thoroughly and let them dry before putting them back.
Tips for Wiping Down Your Hob Surface
Finally, it’s time to give the hob surface a wipe down. With the burners and pan supports still detached, use a damp cloth or sponge to clean any spills. For stains that are a bit tougher to remove, a gentle hob cleaner or a mixture of baking soda and water works well. Just be sure to avoid abrasive cleaners that can cause scratching. Once it’s spotless, dry the surface with a clean cloth to avoid water spots or streaks.
How to Clean a Ceramic or Induction Hob
A ceramic or induction hob can give your kitchen a sleek, modern look which is why it’s important to clean it properly without scratching. Luckily, there are some simple steps to keep it in pristine condition.
Safe Cleaning Method
So, how do you clean a ceramic or induction hob without causing damage? Well, first make sure the hob is turned off and fully cooled. With a soft cloth or sponge, wipe away any loose debris. Apply a small amount of your chosen cleaner and let it sit for a few minutes. Then gently scrub in circular motions with a non-abrasive sponge. Once it’s free of stains, rinse and wipe down with a clean damp cloth.
How to Prevent Stains
Now that you’ve done away with spills and stains, you’ll want to make sure they stay gone. After each use, wipe the hob down with a soft cloth and mild soapy water. Again, make sure not to use abrasive materials or sharp utensils that could scratch the surface. You also might want to consider using hob protectors to minimise spills and stains.
Extra Tips for Keeping Your Hob Clean
Whether you’ve got a gas, ceramic, or induction hob there are some general rule of thumb tips that’ll keep yours performing as good as day one.
Daily Maintenance
Keeping up with daily maintenance goes a long way to keeping your hob in good condition. Whether you’re whipping up noodles for a quick lunch, or a Bolognese for dinner, it’s easy to put off wiping up those little spills. But taking a damp cloth and some light detergent to these small accidents will stop you needing to scrub away at stains later.
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FAQs
- What is the best method to clean hobs?
The exact method to clean your hob depends on whether you have a gas, ceramic, or induction but there are some general steps to follow. Remove any detachable parts like burners and pan supports to wash separately in soapy water with a non-abrasive sponge. Wipe away loose debris, use a damp sponge or cloth to clean away spills, then use a hob cleaner (make sure it’s suited to the type of hob you have) and non-abrasive sponge to get rid of tougher stains.
- How do you clean a burnt hob?
Burn marks can be tough to get rid of but there are some surefire methods that’ll do away with those stubborn stains. Apply a little white vinegar to the burn mark, let that sit for a few minutes and it’ll slowly break it down. Then just wipe it away with a microfibre cloth.
- How to clean a black glass hob?
When cleaning a black glass hob, it’s important to avoid abrasive materials like scrubbing pads and steel wool. Instead, use a microfiber cloth as it’s far gentler on surfaces and you won’t have to worry about accidentally leaving scratches behind.
- How to get stains off hob rings?
First, make sure the hob is off and completely cool before you begin. Then just remove the rings from the hob. If your hob rings are attached, the manufacturer’s manual should have instructions on how to remove them properly. Then, let them soak in warm, soapy water. This’ll break down any dirt and grease so you can wipe it away with a cloth. Take them out of the water and let them dry completely before putting them back on the hob.
