Cleaning a black stove top

[Lori K]

Does anyone have any cleaning tips for getting the grime off a black enamel stove top? Mine got really gunked up when canning tomatoes and peaches. I started with Windex with vinegar in it (what I normally use) and it got a lot of it off, followed by a Mr. Clean magic eraser, which got some additional off. But there are still places with dark, almost baked on, spots that aren't coming clean, as well as some greasy-type smears that aren't wiping off. What do you use? Open to any and all suggestions.

 

[missjane]

Buy a single edge razor blade and scrape it, very gently.
Wet paper towels with ammonia, lay it on the stove and let it rest. Wipe off.

 

[MrsSoup]

I've heard Bar Keepers Friend works amazingly but i've yet to personally try it. That is the standard military issued stove top here and everyone swears by it.

 

[Holiday_Mom]

I used Bar Keepers Friend powder on my stove top. I've found it in the aisle with cleaning supplies or with dishwashing soaps. I think it depends upon the store.

We often deal with burnt on pasta water or burnt on sauce. I sprinkle the powder on the area. Then I get a wet sponge and use the scrubbing side in a circular motion. It takes elbow grease. If I still have issues, I'll use the edge of the plastic spatula (used for flipping food) and try to get the burnt on food off that way.

I was just thinking that scrubbing with baking soda and vinegar might work too.

 

[Lori K]

Thanks, everyone! Totally appreciate the responses.

 

[Myron's Mom]

I use cerama bryte that came with my stove. It has its on special cleaning pad to use with it. It also has a stove top scraper. It’s all I’ve ever used.

 

[teachermomof2]

I have a special scrubber from Norwex that gets that burned on stuff off really well. It's the spirinett. https://missyburkardt.norwex.biz/en_US/customer/shop/product-detail/354100?categoryName=Kitchen