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How to Clean an Electric Stove Top
How to Clean an Electric Stove Top
A clean electric stove top not only makes your kitchen look great but also helps keep your family healthy. Burnt food, grease, and spills can harbor bacteria and damage the finish if left untreated.
Electric stoves come with either metal coil burners or glass tops. While coils are somewhat self-cleaning and glass surfaces are generally easy to wipe, tough spills often require a more thorough approach. Common DIY methods like vinegar, dish soap, or baking soda may not fully remove grease, and some glass cleaners can leave chemical residues that could be harmful when the stove is heated.
ADVANAGE the Wonder Cleaner® at 3:1 dilution safely breaks down grease and burnt-on food without harsh chemicals or fumes, making it i deal for both coil and glass stove tops.
Tip: Cleaning your burners and stove top weekly helps prevent buildup and makes cleanup easier.
What You’ll Need
- ADVANAGE the Wonder Cleaner® at 3:1 dilution
- Non-abrasive scrubbing pad
- Non-metallic brush
- Cleaning cloths (microfiber recommended)
- Paper towels or newspaper
- Plastic cooktop scraper (for glass tops)
Directions for Cleaning an Electric Stove Top
Check your owner’s manual and warranty before beginning.
Cleaning Coil Burner Electric Stove Tops
- Remove Burners and Drip Pans
- Ensure burners are completely cool.
- Carefully pull them out from the socket; check for any fasteners.
- Soak Drip Pans
- Plug your sink drain and fill with warm water and 2 cups ADVANAGE the Wonder Cleaner®.
- Soak for 10–15 minutes.
- Scrub lightly with a non-abrasive pad if needed and dry thoroughly.
- Clean Coils
- Lay coils on paper towels or newspaper.
- Spray with water, then full-strength ADVANAGE the Wonder Cleaner®.
- Scrub with a non-metallic medium-bristle brush or non-abrasive pad.
- Wipe with a damp cloth, dry completely, especially the prongs.
- Clean the Stove Surface
- Wipe with a damp microfiber pad or cloth.
- Spray ADVANAGE the Wonder Cleaner® at 3:1 dilution onto the cloth (not directly on the surface).
- Wipe the stove top, letting cleaner sit 1–2 minutes.
- Scrub stubborn spots with a non-metallic brush or plastic cooktop scraper.
- Rinse by wiping with a clean, damp cloth.
- Dry thoroughly with a microfiber pad or cloth.
- Reinstall Burners
- Ensure all parts are completely dry.
- Carefully plug burners back into sockets without bending the prongs.
Cleaning Glass Electric Stove Tops
- Remove Crumbs
- Wipe the surface with a dry cloth to pick up dust and loose debris.
- Apply Cleaner
- Dilute ADVANAGE the Wonder Cleaner®: 1 teaspoon per 2 cups of water in a spray bottle.
- Spray the solution on the glass surface.
- Remove Stuck-On Residue
- Use a plastic cooktop scraper while the surface is still damp to remove baked-on food.
- Wipe Clean
- Use a clean, damp microfiber cloth or other lint-free towel.
- Dry
- Buff dry with a microfiber pad, dry cloth, or paper towel for a streak-free finish.
Stove Top Care Tips
- Clean spills as soon as possible to prevent burns-on residue.
- Avoid using metal scrubbers or harsh abrasives—they can scratch surfaces.
- Regular weekly cleaning keeps burners and glass tops looking new.
- Using our ‘ “Wonder Pump’ Foamer to clean ovens is extremely effective. Simply pump foam throughout oven, preheat for five minutes at 150°, turn off and pump more foam. While warm, clean using a green 3M-scrunge pad. Rinse and wipe. Go to ‘online store’ to purchase a Wonder pump.