How to clean a ceramic hob – using baking soda

How to clean a ceramic hob – using baking soda

CERAMIC hobs are becoming an increasingly popular fixture in modern homes and apartments, but they can be a pain when it comes to cleaning. Here’s how to clean a ceramic hob with baking soda.

James Martin reveals induction hob trick to minimise mess

Ceramic hobs not only give kitchens a more modern and sleek feel, but they double up as counters and worktops in smaller kitchens. A dirty ceramic stovetop is not only unsightly for the kitchen and your home in general, but it could become a health hazard for everyone living in the house. While an all-purpose cleaner is perfect for cleaning fresh spills and stains from the hob, failing to do it regularly and on time can tarnish the smooth and shiny surface.

How to clean a ceramic hob using baking soda

Start by sprinkling baking soda on the hob, making sure the whole surface is completely covered.

To make this step a bit easier, you can use a container with small holes punched through, as this will also aid in ensuring even distribution.

You can also use an icing sugar shaker for this step, if you don’t have a spare container.

Using a spray bottle, squirt a small amount of white vinegar onto the baking soda.

READ MORE: Bread cleaning hacks: The 5 ways you can clean your home with bread

How to clean a ceramic hob – using baking soda (Image: Getty)

How to clean a ceramic hob: Burn marks need to be removed with a spatula first (Image: Getty)

The vinegar quantity should be just enough to get the baking soda bubbling up.

The bubbling will start working on dirt and stains on the hob, making it infinitely easier to clean up even the toughest of stains.

Next, soak a dishcloth in warm soapy water for just a few minutes.

Be sure to use one big enough to cover the entire surface of the hop, and wring out any excess water.

How to clean a ceramic hob: Baking soda should do the trick for most stains (Image: Getty)

Next, lay the damp towel or cloth over the bubbling baking soda and white vinegar mix and wait about 15 minutes.

This should help loosen any food particles and stains on the hob, making the cleaning process even easier.

Use the damp towel to wipe off the baking soda from the cooktop.

You’re advised to go in circular motions when wiping the contents away.

DON’T MISS
Cleaning fan shares best product for cleaning shower screen [INSIGHT]
Iceland offers: 50 percent off food, household cleaning [REPORT]
Cleaning fan shares best product for cleaning shower screen [EXPLAINED]

How to clean a ceramic hob: Dry the hob naturally or with a clean microfibre cloth (Image: Getty)

This will ensure all the residue on the stove top can be easily scrubbed off and without much effort.

Rinse the cloth out well with clean water, wring it again, and continue to wipe off the remaining residue from the hob surface.

Once this is done, you can then allow it to air-dry or use a microfibre cloth to remove any leftover water.

Burn marks will need a different approach, as they are more ingrained into the surface.

To remove burn marks, you’ll also need the help of a silicone spatula to help scrape off the bulk of the stain.

Once done scraping, you can then follow the steps above with baking soda and vinegar, smearing over the burned area with a sponge.

Cover the paste with a damp cloth for about half an hour or 45 minutes, then wipe away to remove the burn mark.