Clean and safe: Your ultimate guide to spotless gas burners
Burnt-on grease, spilled milk, and sauce residues—under high temperatures, all of these transform into a hard, difficult-to-remove residue. How can you get rid of it? We've prepared a step-by-step guide to help you.
The gas stove is the heart of many kitchens. We often cook on it with love and passion but just as often, we overlook cleaning it thoroughly. That's a mistake! The burners, although seemingly insignificant, get dirty quickly—just as fast as the grates or countertops. What's worse, neglected burners aren't just an aesthetic issue; they can pose a real threat.
Accumulating grease can obstruct the gas flow, resulting in an uneven flame or no flame at all. Contaminants can also block the igniters, making it challenging—or even impossible—to light the stove. In extreme cases, this can cause gas to backfire or ignite uncontrollably. Clean burners are therefore not just about aesthetics but also safety.
How to clean gas burners: A simple guide
Safety first. Before you begin, make sure to disconnect the stove from power and turn off the gas. This is fundamental—no cleaning should occur while the power is on.
Disassembly of parts. Remove the burner caps and crowns, the metal parts with grooves. This is where most of the dirt collects.
Cleaning burner sockets. Prepare a bowl with warm water and a few drops of dishwashing liquid. Use a toothbrush to spread the solution around the burner sockets—those tiny holes under the crowns.
Next, dampen a wadded-up paper towel with the same solution and place it in the socket—let it work its magic!
Fighting burnt residues. For stubborn dirt, use regular toothpaste! Apply it to a toothbrush and gently scrub the burnt areas. Don't worry—you won't scratch the surface. For hard-to-reach areas, use a wooden toothpick. Be careful around the igniter—it's a very sensitive component.
Cleaning metal parts. Soak the crowns and burner caps in the previously prepared water with detergent, then scrub with a brush. Rinse under running water and thoroughly dry them.
Cleaning the inside of the sockets. Remove the soaked paper—it should pull out the contaminants with it. If needed, wipe the inside with a toothbrush again.
Optional—cleaning the nozzles. To ensure full efficiency, you can unscrew the burner nozzle (you'll need a socket wrench) and gently clean its outlet with a copper wire.
Finally, dry all the parts and reassemble the stove. Done!
