Note: Black glasstops are different; see instructions for them.

The smooth glassy surface has no crevices for dirt and spills to hide, but it has to be kept clean to avoid soil burning on and staining, as stains show up visibly. Wipe when cool with a clean damp cloth or a clean damp paper towel to remove any spills, soil or spots. Do not use the dishcloth use to wash dishes as it will leaves soiled detergent solution on the top which may show up as brown streaks when heated. A mild detergent solution (such as hand dishwashing liquid in warm water) or baking soda in warm water can be used to clean it; always rinse off all cleaning solution thoroughly and wipe with clean paper towel at end of the cleaning process.

Special cleaners sold by the manufacturer of the cooktop for just this material should be used periodically. Apply with a clean, damp paper towel, and then wipe with another clean, slightly-dampened paper towel; or follow label instructions on special cleaner, or manual instructions for cooktop. These cleaners leave a protective coating on the surface. They also remove dark marks from aluminum or copper pans or racks slid across the cooktop.

Dark marks from metal rubbing on glasstop MUST be removed before they are heated. Heat can permanently cement them into the surface. Other methods of removal are:

1. Copper marks - rub with a plastic or other non- abrasive scrubber and a mildly abrasive cleanser such as Bar Keepers Friend or Delete.

2. Aluminum - place 2 paper towels soaked with diluted chlorine bleach (1 part bleach to 4 parts water) on top of mark about 1 hour. Clean with a non-abrasive cleanser such as Delete or Bar Keepers Friend. After using a cleanser such as Delete or Bar Keepers Friend, recoat glasstop with a sparing application of Cleaner Conditioner. Remove excess conditioner with a clean, damp paper towel. Polish dry before heating the surface.

This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus.



MSU 2003