The gas hob is one of the spaces in the kitchen that more dirt accumulates if it is used daily for lunch and dinner; It is different when at home the batch cooking for tuppers between senaba and nothing else is used for dinner.
For this reason, it is a place to which you must pay sufficient attention and, as in the case of ceramic hobs, be very aware of its cleanliness and disinfection, since it is there where food is most easily embedded.
The burners deserve special mention, in whose holes the remains accumulate, which can obstruct the passage of gas and cause the flame that comes out to be not uniform, affecting the success of the preparation.
For a kitchen that looks perfect, the ideal is to clean the hob after each use, as is done with dishes and kitchen utensils, since it is very common for juices and oils from pots and pans to overflow or splash. However, it is very important to differentiate between heavy use and one more sporadic or punctual.
In addition, it is necessary to differentiate between washing with a damp cloth or cloth to remove everything that has fallen on the plate, and washing Deeperremoving the burners and their accessories, which have a reputation for being difficult to clean.
These pieces must be cleaned at least once a week, and thus guarantee that the remains come off easily and quickly. Besides, the aesthetic effect of a dirty hob is disastrous for the harmony of the kitchen.
various surfaces
The concept of gas hobs is very broad, so first you have to look at what type of material you have and clean it accordingly. In the market, according to the experts, the most common are the plates of stainless steel (the iconic ones in metallic color) and the most decorative ones, in black tempered glass.
In the first case, these should be cleaned with a specific product and try not to spray the control area directly, but apply the liquid on the sponge and proceed with it in the most visible areas.
As for the tempered glass surfaces, it is enough to wash it with water, soap and a sponge and always avoid abrasive products and sharp utensils that can scratch it. For the rest, it is very easy to clean and to leave it shiny.
Grills and burners
As recommended by the manufacturers, to clean these parts you must use a soft sponge, soapy water and a specific liquid cleaner for this area of the kitchen. On the opposite side, avoid abrasive products, sponges and metal brushes, and acidic liquids such as vinegar and lemon.
Specifically, to clean the grills, simply fill a bowl with soapy water and rub soapy solution with a soft and damp sponge through its different nooks and crannies.
As for the burners, which must be cleaned frequently, it must also be done with the same artillery: water, soap and a sponge. If the dirt is already deeply encrusted, then specific products can be used to remove the remains. It will be necessary to spray, leave to act and remove with a damp cloth following, in any case, the manufacturer’s instructions.
complete drying
Both burners and grates must be well dried before putting it back in place, since the manufacturers warn that if they are wet, the heat can damage the enamel.
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First, remove the stoves and grills and, in a bowl with water, immerse them together with a spoonful of the specific cleaning paste called The Pink Stuff, a natural cleansing cream. In this bowl she leaves everything to soak while the dirt softens.
As for the plate, in its case made of stainless steel, use this same paste with a wet cloth and, with circular movements clean the plate. For the hole in the stove, some ear buds are used.
The Pink Stuff Miracle Cleaning Paste 850 g Ideal for cleaning all types of surfaces
Once clean, remove the product and finish off the job with a little cleaning vinegar to make it look brighter. Immediately afterwards, he continues rubbing with the cloth the stoves in which the dirt has already softened, and the result is impeccable: “Plate ready, you reflect yourself like in a mirror!he exclaims.
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