Stove cleaning tips

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The kitchen, is the home of fireworks, and stoves, is the core of the fireworks in the battlefield. Daily and oil, food residue confrontation, so that the surface of the stove gradually lose luster, and even covered with scratches. Don't worry, master the following scratch-free cleaning techniques, to make your stove glow again, also can always keep the kitchen clean and beautiful.

(1)、Prepare before cleaning

1. cool down completely

Just after cooking stove temperature is very high, this time not only easy to clean scald yourself, but also because of the detergent heat quickly volatilized, resulting in a big discount cleaning effect. What's more, metal parts at high temperatures may deform due to temperature differences, increasing the risk of scratches. Therefore, before cleaning must wait for the cooker completely cooling, this is the first step to protect the cooker.

2. remove detachable parts

Hob, fire cover, knobs and other components are easy to accumulate oil, and more for the removable design. Remove them one by one and soak them in warm water for a while. After the oil softens, add an appropriate amount of neutral detergent and gently scrub with a soft brush to ensure that each corner is clean and spotless, while avoiding scratching the kitchen surface.

3. preliminary slag removal

Use a soft brush or an old toothbrush to gently sweep away large particles of food residue on the stove surface, such as rice grains, sauce blocks, etc. . This step seems simple, but can effectively prevent the follow-up wiping, these hard particles like small sandpaper, on the surface of the kitchen left scratches.

(2)、Sub-material cleaning

Different materials of the stove, its characteristics and cleaning methods are also different. Only according to the material to choose the appropriate way of cleaning, in order not to damage the stove under the premise, to achieve the ideal cleaning effect.

1. stainless steel countertop

①. Tools

The stainless steel kitchen surface is firm and durable, but if the cleaning is improper, also prone to scratches. When cleaning, tools to choose the right, microfiber cloth and soft sponge is the best choice. They are soft and won't scratch the stainless steel surface.

②. Methods

First spray neutral detergent, such as detergent water, and then gently wipe along the direction of the metal texture. This can effectively remove stains, but also to maintain the luster of stainless steel. After cleaning, wipe dry and apply a small amount of cooking oil, can form a protective film, reduce the adhesion of fingerprints and water stains.

2. glass cooking surface

①. Tools

Special glass cleaner and soft cloth or newspaper is a good helper to clean the glass surface. Note that avoid using cleaners that contain ammonia or abrasive particles, which can corrode the glass or leave scratches.

②. Methods

After spraying detergent, stand for 2 minutes, let the detergent fully dissolve stains, and then wipe in one direction with a damp cloth.

3. vitreous enamel

①. Tools

The enamel surface of the stove is bright in color, but it is easily scratched. When cleaning, use a soft sponge and a neutral detergent.

②. Methods

The enamel surface with warm water immersion, gently wipe, avoid excessive force lead to enamel off. If you encounter rust, you can apply lemon juice or white vinegar on the rust for 5 minutes, and then erase. The acidity of lemon juice and white vinegar dissolves the rust and restores the enamel finish.

(3)、Treatment of stubborn stains

Even with the best day-to-day cleaning, there will always be some stubborn stains on the stove. With the right approach, these problems can be overcome easily.

1. focal spot

①. Glass cooking surface

The focal spot on the surface of the glass stove, can be covered with baking soda paste + plastic film: baking soda and water into a paste, apply on the focal spot, and then covered with a layer of plastic film, standing for 1 hour after erasing.

②. Stainless steel surface

The focal spot on the surface of the stainless steel kitchen, can wrap the edge of the credit card with a wet cloth, gently scrape, pay attention to the angle to be gentle, avoid scratches.

2. oily areas

For particularly heavy areas of oil, such as the stove or around the hole below, can first apply a hot towel on the oil, soften after spraying detergent, let it stand for 5 minutes and then wipe. This can reduce the number of hard wipe, but also reduce the risk of scratches.

3. clean the cracks

Knob Gap, furnace holes and other dead corner, easy to hide dirt. Can Dip in with cotton swab cleanser, wipe in deep crevice. For hard-to-reach corners, you can also use the old toothbrush or special gap brush for cleaning.

(4)、Daily maintenance

Do a good job of daily maintenance, can make the cooker as new for a long time.

1. clean up after yourself

After each cooking, quickly wipe the kitchen surface with a damp cloth to avoid oil accumulation hardening. This can not only keep the cooker clean, but also reduce the difficulty of subsequent deep cleaning and the risk of scratches.

2. use protective pads

The special silica gel pad placed on the stove shelf can not only prevent the cooker from sliding and scratching the stove surface, but also reduce the direct contact of the oil stain with the stove and prolong the cleaning cycle.

3. avoid heavy objects

When moving the pot, be sure to hold it gently to avoid the metal pot bottom hitting the stove surface directly. At the same time, avoid placing sharp or hard objects on the hearth to prevent accidental scratches.

Conclusion

Stove, is the face of the kitchen, but also cooking partners. Master these scratch-free cleaning techniques, not only to keep the stove clean as new, but also to extend its service life, let the kitchen become you show cooking, enjoy the warm corner of life.