For first time grill owners there are a few tips about cleaning your grill that everyone should know that can keep your grill running for years longer than normally possible. You should think of your outdoor grill as an investment rather than just something you use for entertainment purposes or just cooking food. If you take care of your grill it can work for you for years to come rather than just a few months.
One of the first things you need to know is that you must keep your grill clean after every use. I know it might seem like common sense to most but it really is an important step if you don't want your grill to rust. Also it will save you a lot of effort when you do go to clean it the next time - you won't have a bunch of hard buildup to deal with. This easy step can save you a bunch of money as well because replacing grill plates over and over can get expensive.
You will need a few common household items if you want to clean your grill properly. We will start with a bottle of mild dish detergent. Pretty much any will do. You will also need some cooking spray (oil will also work), a special grill brush for cleaning the actual grill plates and/or some wool or steel pads used for cleaning. Now that you've gathered the required materials its time to get to the cleaning process.
The first place you should start cleaning is the actual grill plates that you place your food on. These usually have the most buildup of food and grime. You should be able to just remove and separately clean them. Once you get the plates clean you should move onto the burners if you have a gas grill. Also make sure to get any preparation surfaces if your outdoor grill has them.
The final step you should take to ensure proper grill maintenance is oiling the grill plates. Use some cooking oil or spray and polish the plates with it. You want to do this so that it resists rusting. Also it can help to stop food from sticking to it later on which in turns reduces the amount of work it takes to remove buildup the next time you have to clean it.
That's all it takes for a properly maintained outdoor grill. It is really that simple. Just remember to clean it thoroughly each and every time and you will save yourself a bunch of headaches later on.
One of the first things you need to know is that you must keep your grill clean after every use. I know it might seem like common sense to most but it really is an important step if you don't want your grill to rust. Also it will save you a lot of effort when you do go to clean it the next time - you won't have a bunch of hard buildup to deal with. This easy step can save you a bunch of money as well because replacing grill plates over and over can get expensive.
You will need a few common household items if you want to clean your grill properly. We will start with a bottle of mild dish detergent. Pretty much any will do. You will also need some cooking spray (oil will also work), a special grill brush for cleaning the actual grill plates and/or some wool or steel pads used for cleaning. Now that you've gathered the required materials its time to get to the cleaning process.
The first place you should start cleaning is the actual grill plates that you place your food on. These usually have the most buildup of food and grime. You should be able to just remove and separately clean them. Once you get the plates clean you should move onto the burners if you have a gas grill. Also make sure to get any preparation surfaces if your outdoor grill has them.
The final step you should take to ensure proper grill maintenance is oiling the grill plates. Use some cooking oil or spray and polish the plates with it. You want to do this so that it resists rusting. Also it can help to stop food from sticking to it later on which in turns reduces the amount of work it takes to remove buildup the next time you have to clean it.
That's all it takes for a properly maintained outdoor grill. It is really that simple. Just remember to clean it thoroughly each and every time and you will save yourself a bunch of headaches later on.
About the Author:
Cameron writes for a site about outdoor grilling. On his site he gives tips and advice to experienced and new grill owners alike and various outdoor grills. Read about his brinkmann gourmet charcoal smoker grill review and Weber Q 220 gas grill review on his site.
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