Kitchen & Degreasing

How to Remove Grease from the Stove: The Complete Guide to a Shiny, Spotless Kitchen

Updated: Oct 30, 2025 • Thalita’s Cleaning LLC • Boston area

Grease being cleaned from a kitchen stove using a cloth

Why this works

Cooking brings warmth and flavor to your home — but it also brings a mess. Over time, grease splatters from frying, sautéing, or boiling can build up on your stove, creating a sticky film that’s hard to remove.

In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to remove grease from your stove, which cleaning products actually work, and how to keep your kitchen sparkling clean every day.

🧴 What You’ll Need

Basic MA-friendly kit — coisas que você acha no Market Basket, Home Depot ou Walmart.

Step-by-Step: How to Remove Stove Grease Properly

1 Unplug and Cool the Stove

Safety first! Always make sure your stove is completely cool and unplugged before cleaning. This prevents burns and avoids damage to sensitive parts.

2 Remove Grates, Burners, and Knobs

Take off any removable parts:

  • Gas stoves: remove metal grates and burner caps.
  • Electric stoves: remove the coils carefully (if possible).
  • Glass-top stoves: skip this step.

Soak all removable parts in a sink or tub filled with hot, soapy water. Let them sit for 15–30 minutes to loosen grease and food residue.

3 Apply Baking Soda to Greasy Areas

Sprinkle baking soda over the worst spots. It acts as a gentle scrub that won’t scratch your stove’s surface. For caked-on grease, make a paste using 3 parts baking soda + 1 part water.

4 Spray Vinegar and Let It Fizz

Fill a spray bottle with equal parts white vinegar and warm water. Spray directly onto the baking soda — you’ll see fizzing, which means it’s breaking down the grease naturally. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to dissolve grime.

5 Scrub Gently

Use a sponge, microfiber cloth, or brush to scrub the surface in circular motions. Avoid steel wool or scouring pads that can scratch the surface. For corners and knobs, use an old toothbrush.

6 Wipe Clean and Dry

Wipe everything down with a clean damp cloth, then dry with paper towels or a microfiber towel to avoid streaks. Make sure the area is completely dry before placing parts back on the stove.

🧽 Deep Cleaning by Stove Type

🔹 Gas Stove

  • Soak burner caps and grates in hot soapy water with a few drops of dish soap.
  • Scrub using a non-abrasive brush or sponge.
  • Use a degreasing spray like Krud Kutter® Kitchen Degreaser or Easy-Off® Kitchen Cleaner for tough stains.
  • Rinse and dry completely before reassembling.

🔹 Glass or Ceramic Cooktop

  • Use a cleaner made for glass surfaces, such as Weiman® Glass Cook Top Cleaner.
  • Apply the product, wait a few minutes, and use a razor scraper (at a 45° angle) to lift burnt residue.
  • Wipe with a microfiber cloth in circular motion for a streak-free finish.

🔹 Stainless Steel Stove

  • Avoid vinegar directly on stainless steel — it can dull the finish.
  • Use warm water + mild dish soap or Bar Keepers Friend® Stainless Steel Cleaner.
  • Always wipe in the direction of the grain.
  • Finish with a few drops of olive oil or baby oil on a clean microfiber cloth to restore shine.

🧼 Recommended Degreasing Products (USA Market)

These are good options you can find in most stores in Massachusetts:

🌿 Natural Alternatives

Prefer green cleaning? Try these combos:

  • Lemon juice + vinegar: powerful combo against oil buildup.
  • Cornstarch + vinegar paste: works surprisingly well for sticky grease.
  • Coconut oil + baking soda: removes residue while conditioning metal surfaces.