This DIY non-toxic glass stove top cleaner takes just 3 ingredients that you most likely already have around the house. The best news is that you won't have to breathe any nasty, toxic fumes while cleaning. And it works great for leaving your stovetop sparkling!
A few weeks ago I went to clean my glass stove top, and I snapped a few pictures to document the super exciting process for you. I know it's what you have been looking forward to tackling this weekend: a little elbow grease on the stovetop. Woohoo!
We live on the wild side, right?
Or maybe not.
I have a secret ingredient in my home that helps me with lots of cleaning chores. You may be able to guess what it is if you have read my Do-it-yourself Soft Scrub post. That stuff is awesome for cleaning my white ceramic sink and my bathroom! Seriously, I would be lost without my toxin-free soft scrub.
My glass stove top gets grimy very quickly. Whenever I boil chicken or potatoes for mashed potatoes, the water spills over and cooks onto the stovetop. Not pretty!
I have a quick little mixture I throw together to tackle the stubborn mess. It isn't perfect. Sometimes I have to get out my razor blade and scrape off the really stuck-on bits, but usually this mixture does the trick!
This is going to be a really hard recipe. Are you ready with a pencil and paper to write it down? OK, great. Here goes.
How to Clean Your Glass Stove Top (Step-by-Step)
Got 10 minutes and a bit of elbow grease? Follow these simple steps for a sparkling stove top!
Step 1: Cool Down and Prep
Turn off your stove (obviously!) and wait until the surface is completely cool. Remove any loose crumbs or debris with a damp cloth or the vacuum hose.
Step 2: Apply Cleaner
Apply your non-toxic cleaner directly onto the surface, covering the stained or greasy areas. Don't skimp! If you're dealing with tough, burnt-on food, spray generously and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes to loosen things up.
Step 3: Gently Scrub
For stubborn spots, use a soft, non-abrasive sponge or a microfiber cloth in circular motions. Avoid scrubbing pads that can scratch the glass. Bonus tip? Keep an old toothbrush handy for the edges and tiny crevices around the burners.
Step 4: Wipe It All Away
Once you are happy (and the stains are gone!), wipe everything down with a damp microfiber cloth to remove the cleaner and residue.
Step 5: Buff to Shine
Use a dry microfiber cloth to polish the surface until it's shiny and streak-free. That's it. You're done! Step back and admire your work!
DIY Glass Stove Top Cleaner
You only need a handful of ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen! Here's my easy recipe for a cooktop cleaner you'll love.
Ingredients:
- 3 Tablespoons baking soda
- 10-15 drops of Citrus Fresh essential oil (I only use high-quality essential oils, and I get mine here.)
- 1-2 Tablespoons water
- White vinegar in a spray bottle
Directions:
- Mix the baking soda with a little water at a time in a glass jar until it reaches a paste-like consistency. Add your essential oil drops and stir well.
- Scoop a little of the mixture onto the glass cooktop and work it into any stains or greasy spots.
- Spray the vinegar solution generously over the baking soda and watch the magic fizz happen.
- Massage the mixture into the stains with a soft cloth and watch the spots lift and wipe away!
This solution is tough on grime, safe for glass surfaces, and 100% eco-friendly! Boom! Easy peasy, right?
The benefit of Citrus Fresh essential oil is that it's a natural degreaser, not to mention it smells fabulous!
Sprinkle the baking soda mixture over the glass stovetop, making sure it covers any cooked-on stains.
Depending on how bad the stains are, I'll spray some white vinegar on top of the baking soda and leave it on the cooktop for about 15 minutes.
Scrub the cleaning mixture into the stovetop with a non-abrasive cleaning pad and watch those stains disappear!
I'll be honest, in the after picture you can still see a ring around the top left eye. But it's much better than the before pic, which is hard to show in photos sometimes. In person it was light years better. Also, like I mentioned before, use a razor scraper if the stains are especially cooked on.
That's it!
Enjoy your new sparkling, clean glass stove top!
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