How to clean the hob

Every year we have new and new helpers in the kitchen. Turks and knives are replaced by combines, oven ovens - microwave, and gas cookers are replaced by new hobs. Therefore, the question of how to clean the hob has become quite relevant recently. Our experts will tell you how to do it quickly and without much effort.

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What are cooking hobs?

Current cooking surfaces are made by gas, electric and combined. How do gas and electric - it is understandable by name, then combined have hotplates and gas, and electric.

In this case, the cooking surface itself is often made of glass ceramics, which, although sturdy, needs proper care so that no damage occurs.

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What are the advantages of glass ceramics?

This material is not in vain used for the assembly of modern plates. It has several undeniable advantages:

• vertical thermal conductivity allows to increase the efficiency of the device, directing energy for cooking, and not for heating the entire surface;
• minimum power consumption;
• rapid response to temperature control;
• movement of the heating zone.

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How to clean the hob?

For glass ceramics, a special set of tools is required:

• detergent;
• vinegar or lemon juice;
• soda;
• vegetable oil;
• cleansing cream for glass-ceramic surfaces( for shine);
• special scraper;
• sponge and rags - only soft.

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How to wash the hob every day?

Daily cleaning is extremely necessary to maintain the practicality of the panel and its attractiveness. Follow these steps:

1. Wait until the plate cools down.
2. Apply detergent with a sponge.
3. Remove any debris from the foam with a damp cloth.
4. Wipe dry.

Note: If contamination has dried out, repeat the procedure. In this case, after applying the detergent.leave it for 15 minutes on the surface for better staining of the spots.

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How to remove traces of sugar and plastic from the hob?

There are situations when sugar or other fusible substances still come to the surface. In this case, it is necessary to act quickly: remove the contamination with a special scraper for the glass-ceramic surface before it cools down.

In case you did not manage to do it in time, use this step-by-step instruction:

1. Heat the cooker.
2. Take the scraper.
3. Slowly and gently remove any dirt.
4. Wipe with a sponge and detergent.
5. Remove any remaining foam.
6. Dry thoroughly.

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How to clean the hob from the deposit?

In time, the removed contaminants dries to the surface and then they are difficult to remove with a simple rag with water. To remove dried food residues, burnt spots and other serious impurities from glass ceramics, you will need:

• water;
• soda;
• detergent;
• vegetable oil;
• vinegar or lemon juice;
• cleansing cream for glass-ceramic surfaces( for shine);
• special scraper;
• sponge and cloth.

Try to remove contamination first with ordinary water. For efficiency, follow this procedure:

1. Use a spray gun to apply water.
2. Leave it for 10 minutes.
3. Scraper remove dirt.
4. Wipe with a sponge and detergent.
5. Remove any remaining dirt with a damp cloth.
6. Allow to dry.
7. Treat with a glass ceramic cleaner.

Use vegetable oil to soften and remove long-lasting stable amounts. To do this:

1. Clean the surface with a damp cloth.
2. Apply a lot of vegetable oil to the soiling.
3. Put the sponge on top.
4. Leave it for 15 minutes.
5. Remove the softened dirt with a special scraper.
6. Wash off any residual oil with detergent.
7. Dry thoroughly.

Small baking soda can also help, ideal for cleaning any contamination. It has a soft, abrasive, deodorizing properties, and leaves no scratches.

This tool should be used as follows:

1. Mix soda with water to form a paste.
2. Apply the resulting paste to the soiling.
3. Leave it for 15 minutes.
4. Pour vinegar or lemon juice on the soda.
5. Use the scraper.
6. Wipe with a damp cloth.

It is easy to remove stains with vinegar - it is suitable for glass ceramics, does not leave stains and removes microbes. To use the product, do this:

1. Mix the water and vinegar in equal amounts.
2. Place the solution in a spray bottle.
3. Spray on the hob.
4. Leave it for 10 minutes.
5. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.

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How else can I clean the hob?

On sale there are special cleaning, washing and scrapers especially for glass ceramics. But, in order for their application to yield a really high-quality result and they lasted a long time, consider the following recommendations:

• , when buying, give preference to a scraper with removable metal blades, since a plastic device will not last long;
• do not be embarrassed by the cost of detergent - its consumption is small, so it will last long;
• detergent is designed specifically for glass ceramics and easily copes with lime scale and greasy stains;
• special cleaning agent creates a protective film that protects the surface from liquids with a high sugar content and prevents the build-up of fat and other food residues.

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What could damage the glass-ceramic panel?

To avoid scratches, cracks, chips on the hob, observe the following simple rules:

• protect the surface from bumps;
• , avoid getting cold water on the hot surface;
• do not place cold and wet dishes on the hot plate;
• do not wipe the glass ceramic with dirty, dried rags;
• watch milk and boiling liquids;
• do not use dishwashing detergent;
• do not use stain removers and ovens;
• do not wipe the surface with sponges and dishcloths;
• Do not allow solids: sand, glass, etc.;
• make sure that the burners always remain dry immediately before work;
• do not use metal scourers and aggressive abrasive cleaners for cleaning;
• try to clean the surface as often as possible;
• do not move the dishes, but try to carry it;
• make sure that the dishes used on the surface are free from dents and damage;
• never wash a hot or warm glass-ceramic surface, wait until it cools;
• , avoid finding plastic objects on the hot surface.

Always clean the hob on time, following our advice, and you will not have problems in making delicious food, and the attractiveness of your kitchen will last for many years!