A cooktop stove, whether induction or electric, is a great way to save space in your kitchen, allowing you to install cabinets underneath and place the oven elsewhere. It also offers a sleeker, more modern look, and if it breaks, you only need to replace the cooktop itself, rather than an all-in-one range. These surfaces…
To clean a cooktop, you can typically just wipe it down. For everyday messes, a spray bottle filled with equal parts water and distilled white vinegar will get the job done. Since the surface is completely flat, you don’t have to fuss over every nook and cranny. However, spills that happen midcooking can get baked-on since the glass is often too hot to wipe down immediately. Even after it cools, some cooktop stains remain stuck, no matter how hard you scrub. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to get that glass looking brand-new again.
Scrape Away the Stains
Start by spraying the cooktop with a degreaser, such as Dawn Powerwash, then scrub in circular motions using a nonscratch scouring pad. Wipe the surface with a clean, damp microfiber cloth to remove any excess product, then buff it dry with another clean cloth. You could follow up with a nonabrasive cooktop cleaner, but for particularly stubborn messes, reach for a razor blade scraper.
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It’s important to use a fresh blade every time you do this, as a rusty blade can result in a scratched cooktop. You should also apply a mixture of dish soap and warm water to the cooktop for lubrication. Hold the tool at a 45-degree angle and gently scrape away any burnt-on residue. Remember to work slowly and use a light touch. Once everything is scraped off, give the cooktop one last spray with your cleaner of choice and wipe it away for a crystal-clear finish.
