It’s safe to say that grilling is a, say, beloved part of Singaporean weekends. Outdoor grills are responsible for get-togethers with friends and loved ones. To make the most of the said equipment, it’s best to perform cleaning and maintenance in a timely manner.
Need help with the said task? You came to the right place. That’s what this write-up is all about. Read on for details.
Interior care
Inspect the inside of the grill for any signs of damage or wear and tear. Always keep the inside clean. A grill’s functionality might be impaired by the presence of grease, debris, and even insects.
Take a closer as well as an extensive look at flame tamers. Also known as heat tents and vaporizer bars, flame tamers are used to cover the burners on gas barbecues. Utilize a wire brush to remove the dust and dirt. They should not be oiled after being cleaned since doing so may lead to flare ups on the next usage.
Clean the grates
After each use, make sure to wipe down the grating. Here are some broad strokes for cleaning your grill grate, but be sure to consult your manual for specifics on equipment and techniques.
- Gas outdoor grills
When the grill has cooled down, take the grates out and clean them in a basin or bucket with warm water and dish soap, or spray them with a dish spray.
Allow the soap about 5-10 minutes to break down the grease and food particles on the grates. Scrub the gratings with a scrubbing sponge or a brush with stiff bristles. Clean them with water and a paper towel or gentle cloth. Spray some cooking oil on the grill once you’ve cleaned it.
- Charcoal outdoor grills
Clean surfaces when the grill is still hot. Use a grill brush that dispenses water to steam-clean the grates. If your brush doesn’t have that feature, a little water sprinkled onto the brush produces the same effect. As soon as your grates have cooled down, follow the directions above for spaying or soaking the grates to loosen grease and food, then brush, wipe, and dry.
Exterior care
In general, grill surfaces are manufactured using different materials and therefore require varying cleaning methods.
- Stainless-Steel
Remove grease and filth with hot soapy water first. Use a sponge to scrub stubborn, baked-on deposits or discoloration. (Going against the grain will ruin the grill.) Rinse the soap off with warm water. Dry with a clean rag. Polish the lid after it’s dry.
- Painted
High-temperature paint can be utilized to give painted outdoor grills a new finish. To get rid of corrosion, scrub the area with sandpaper and a scraper, and then wash it with soap and water. Paint the surface per the manufacturer’s recommendations after it’s dry.
- Powder coated
Use water and gentle dish soap to clean. Afterward, towel dry with the use of paper towels or microfiber towels. If your grill has a “stainless look,” but is actually just painted, you shouldn’t polish it with stainless steel polish.
Summing up
As you can see, cleaning and maintaining outdoor grills can be a breeze if you know which components you need to focus on, the materials that you can use, and the actual cleaning process. By doing so, you can make the most of your outdoor grills for many years to come since the prevalence of wear and tear damages can be drastically reduced.
