How to Clean a Stove

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Clean a Stove

Cooked-on, boiled-over nasty messes can be wiped clean. Here's how to do it in no time flat! Does this Spark an idea?

Things You'll Need

  • Nonabrasive Stove Cleaners
  • Paper towels
  • Liquid Dish Soap
  • Rags
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Instructions

  1. Regular Ranges

    • 1

      Allow stove surface to cool completely before cleaning.

    • 2

      Remove drip pans and soak them in soapy water.

    • 3

      Apply stove cleaner to surface of stove.

    • 4

      Wipe in a circular motion until stains and smudges are gone.

    • 5

      Apply more cleaner as necessary.

    • 6

      Wipe away excess cleaner with a paper towel.

    • 7

      Scour drip pans with an abrasive cleaner or scouring pad.

    • 8

      Allow pans to dry or wipe dry with towel.

    • 9

      Replace drip pans to their position beneath burners.

    Smooth Top Ranges

    • 10

      Allow stove surface to cool completely before cleaning.

    • 11

      Apply nonabrasive stove cleaner to the surface of the stove.

    • 12

      Wipe in a circular motion using a soft cloth or paper towel.

    • 13

      Work cleaner into surface until stains are removed and no smudges remain.

    • 14

      Wipe away excess cleaner with soft cloth or paper towel.

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Comments

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  • gildavis Jan 28, 2009
    On the dots on the stove top...probably lime scale or something similar. Easy...try wetting a rag or sponge with vinegar and letting it sit there for a while...10 or 15 minutes ought to do it. It should dissolve the spots.
  • gildavis Jan 28, 2009
    On the dots on the stove top...probably lime scale or something similar. Easy...try wetting a rag or sponge with vinegar and letting it sit there for a while...10 or 15 minutes ought to do it. It should dissolve the spots.
  • dharts Jan 22, 2009
    Please note the comment below about mixing bleach and vinegar. You should NEVER mix bleach and vinegar. It can create a toxic gas.
  • dharts Jan 22, 2009
    Please note the comment below about mixing bleach and vinegar. You should NEVER mix bleach and vinegar. It can create a toxic gas.
  • valo Oct 01, 2007
    i recently had a tiny grease fire that i could blowout. Im not sure how to clean, with what and how thoroughly. The fire didnt cause any damage.

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