To protect your ceramic or glass stove from scratches, cracks, and permanent stains, avoid using the following items and habits:
To avoid damaging your stovetop, always use a non-abrasive cloth and gentle cleaner. Dawn® dish soap makes cleaning stovetop surfaces So Dawn Easy - whether it's glass, ceramic, enamel, or stainless steel. The unique formula quickly breaks down grease particles while staying gentle enough to not cause any damage.
To clean a ceramic or glass stove top, start by ensuring the surface is completely cool. For everyday maintenance, wipe it down with a mixture of warm water and liquid dish soap (like Dawn) using a soft microfiber cloth or a non-scratch sponge.
Those used to gas cooktops may accidentally use a metal pad on their new ceramic cooktop! These harsh cleaning pads will quickly scratch up the surface and ruin the finish. The better option is a soft cloth or sponge used with a dedicated cleaning solution that's formulated for these glass surfaces.
People often ask, “Can I use Windex on my glass or ceramic stovetop?” We don't recommend it. Glass cleaners contain ammonia and can lead to permanent stains and streaks on stove cooktops. It might seem like an easy clean, but ammonia is too strong of a chemical to consistently use on glass and ceramic cooktops.
Vinegar + Baking Soda
Spray the stovetop with distilled white vinegar. You can use plain vinegar or a 50:50 mix with water. Next, sprinkle baking soda directly onto the vinegar mixture. Dip a cloth in hot water and apply on top of the baking soda.
Turn off the cooktop and let it cool. Shake the bottle of glass cooktop cleaner well and apply a few drops directly to the cooktop. Using a paper towel, a clean cloth (soft and non-abrasive) or a cleaning pad made for glass-ceramic cooktops, wipe the cleaner on the surface.
While the surface is strong and durable, it can break if you drop objects such as a sharp knife or heavier cooking utensils. This can be costly to repair. Ceramic hobs can be an energy efficient appliance, but they are not as efficient if the incorrect size pan is used.
The best stove degreaser depends on your stove type, but overall top performers include Easy-Off Specialty Kitchen Degreaser for heavy-duty lifting, Zep Heavy-Duty Citrus Degreaser for commercial-strength grease, and Weiman Gas Range Cleaner & Degreaser for delicate, everyday maintenance.
Tip: Always allow the stovetop to cool completely before cleaning. Never apply cleaning products to a warm or hot surface. Dilute. Mix ¼ cup of Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner Lemon Scent with 2 ½ cups of water in a dilution bottle or empty spray bottle.
Add nonabrasive cooktop cleaner directly to the cooktop, and be sure to always follow the label instructions on your cleaning products. Avoiding any stainless steel, rub with a nonabrasive cleaning pad and let the cleaner dry to a white haze. Next, buff with a soft, dry cloth until the white film is no longer visible.
Never put abrasive scrubbers, cast iron, or aluminum foil on a glass top stove. These items can scratch, crack, or permanently melt onto the delicate surface. Additionally, never slide heavy cookware or place hot lids directly on the glass, as doing so invites deep scratches and thermal shock.
Yes, it is perfectly safe to mix vinegar and Dawn dish soap. There are no hazardous chemical reactions or toxic fumes produced by combining the two.
Baking Soda and White Vinegar Breaks Down Grit and Grime
Simply make a loose paste with baking soda and vinegar and apply it to your stovetop. Allow the duo to sit for five to ten minutes. Use a sponge or paper towel and, using circular motions, scrub the area.
You should not do this
Avoid chemically aggressive cleaning agents such as oven sprays or stain removers. Many detergents are unsuitable and damage your glass-ceramic, which is why SCHOTT CERAN®-certified cleaners are best to use.
Both cast iron and pure ceramic are highly inert, non-toxic cookware options that eliminate the dangers of traditional PFAS or Teflon coatings. Cast iron adds dietary iron to food but requires seasoning. Pure ceramic is completely chemical-free but more fragile.
Eggs usually stick to ceramic pans due to an incorrect balance of temperature and oil, or a buildup of microscopic food residue. To prevent sticking, always preheat your pan first, use enough cooking fat, avoid high heat, and wash the pan by hand to protect the non-stick coating.
Chefs today are not just focused on speed and output, but also on food quality, safety, and sustainability. This shift has pushed many professionals to rethink the cookware they use daily. That is one reason why pro chefs use ceramic cookware more often than before.
To clean a ceramic or glass stove top, start by ensuring the surface is completely cool. For everyday maintenance, wipe it down with a mixture of warm water and liquid dish soap (like Dawn) using a soft microfiber cloth or a non-scratch sponge.
Yes, you can use a Magic Eraser (melamine foam) on a ceramic or glass stove top, as the foam acts as a mild abrasive that is excellent for lifting burnt-on food and grease.
Yes, a Scrub Daddy sponge can be used on a glass stove top, provided you use it with warm water (which makes it softer) or pair it with a proper, non-abrasive cleaning paste to avoid scratching the delicate glass.
Yes, you absolutely can use Dawn on a glass top stove. Regular Dawn dish soap and Dawn Powerwash are excellent, safe options for breaking down grease and lifting surface grime on glass cooktops.
Most homeowners think that the best way to clean their windows is with a popular glass cleaner, but the best glass cleaning solution is a pre-mixed vinegar based solution that does not contain ammonia or alcohol. You can create your own vinegar solution by mixing one cup of white vinegar with 10 cups of water.
While white vinegar is an excellent natural cleaner, its acidity means it can damage certain surfaces, strip finishes, or cause rust. You should generally avoid using it on: