How to Care for Porcelain-Enameled Grill Racks
Porcelain enamel is frequently found on stove top surfaces and cookware. When your gas grill or grill top stove has porcelain enamel grill racks, proper care ensures they stay clean without chipping the enamel. When left unattended, food and grease can build up on the grill racks, compromising the performance of your grill and the flavor of the food. You can keep your porcelain-enameled grill racks in top condition with regular cleaning using the appropriate supplies and techniques. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Brass grill brush
- Bucket
- 1 tsp. dish detergent
- Spoon
- Cleaning cloths
- Baking soda
Instructions
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Scrub food and grease residue off the porcelain-enameled grill racks while they're still warm from cooking. Move a brass grill brush back and forth over the racks, scrubbing grooves and crevices to remove the food and stains.
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Allow the grill racks to cool completely.
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Pour 1 tsp. dish detergent into a bucket with 1 gallon of hot water. Stir to make a soapy solution.
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Wet a clean cloth in the detergent solution. Wring it out to remove excess liquid.
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Wipe the porcelain-enamel surface to remove any remaining food and grease. Sprinkle baking soda onto the moist cloth to remove stubborn, cooked-on stains.
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Rinse the grill racks with water or a damp cloth. Dry the racks.
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Tips & Warnings
Clean your grill racks after each use to prevent the buildup of food and grease.
When porcelain enamel is chipped, the surface underneath can become rusty and damaged. Use only tools and cleansers appropriate for porcelain enamel to prevent scratches and chips.
