Your ceramic pan is durable but not indestructible. Using abrasive pads or harsh chemical cleaners can erode the non-stick coating over time. Stick to mild dish soap and soft cleaning tools to preserve its surface.
1 Let your ceramic pan cool first. 2 Wash your ceramic pan with soapy water. 3 Use baking soda to clean off food particles. 4 Buff off mild stains with some salt.
Both salt and vinegar are effective agents against stains of any kind. In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of salt and 4 tablespoons of white vinegar. Using a scrub, apply this paste all over the crockery and scrub thoroughly. Leave the crockery covered in this paste for 10 minutes.
You can use regular dish soap and water, or ceramic stove top cleaner.
I use melamine sponges (magic erasers) for ceramic pans. That's actually what GreenPan officially recommends in their little booklet that comes with the pans.
How it works: Fill your dirty pan with equal parts water and vinegar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add 2 tablespoons of baking soda. Remove from heat and let soak for up to 15 minutes. Discard the liquid down your drain, then use a sponge or scouring pad to scrub away any remaining burnt-on bits.
Use Microfiber Wash Mitt or Sponge: Instead of using regular sponges or towels, opt for a microfiber wash mitt or sponge when cleaning your car with soap or shampoo. These are soft and gentle on the surface while being effective at removing dirt without causing any scratches.
Use of right cleaning tools
A microfibre cloth, a soft cloth, delicate sponge, a non-abrasive squidgy – these should be the main cleaning tools used for dealing with ceramic worktops. While a ceramic worktop does not scratch, things like steel wool or abrasive sponges can leave metallic residue on the stone worktop.
Never use spray oils — including aerosols, mist, and pump sprays — with ceramic nonstick cookware, because small spray droplets will heat up quickly and carbonize easily on the nonstick surface. If you do end up with sticky spots, you can get rid of them with a melamine sponge and a bit of warm water.
Tiles, let's face it, quickly become soiled and dingy. White vinegar is the ideal eco-friendly cleanser for porcelain, ceramic, or patterned bathroom floor tiles – even on the kitchen.
Ceramic cookware can stain and develop a brown discoloration, especially when food is burned at high temperatures.
Stubborn Stains Call for Baking Soda
For those stubborn stains that won't budge, a paste of baking soda and water is your best friend . Apply the paste gently on the affected area, let it sit for a few hours or overnight, then wash as usual.
If baking soda and the silicon spatula don't seem to work, you can switch to a more serious chemical solution such as Cerapol. These chemicals are specially formulated products that can help clean tough stains with ease. All you need is sprinkle the solution on the stain, leave it for a few minutes, and wipe it off.
Deep Cleaning Techniques
Here's how to do that without damaging the coating of your pan. Mix together a 1:1 ratio (we suggest roughly 2 tablespoons each) of white vinegar and baking soda, then gently scrub with a sponge or dishcloth to create a paste.
Don't put too much pressure or weight on the cooktop.
Although the glass or ceramic may appear strong enough to withhold substantial weight – it isn't. If you place heavy weight upon the cooktop and later choose to heat it, the glass or ceramic could shatter.
Your best bet is to use a nonabrasive sponge such as the O-Cedar Scrunge. And a little elbow grease. That same is true for ceramic cookware. Abrasive sponges will scratch and mar the enamel.
Never heat while empty—always add food or cooking fat to an empty pan before turning on the stove. Only use non-abrasive cooking tools and utensils made from wood, silicone, plastic, rubber, or nylon, and avoid metal. Always wash by hand, using gentle soap and sponge: never put in the dishwasher.