Short answer
Turn the burners off and let the glass cool completely. Sprinkle baking soda over the stains, cover them with a towel soaked in hot soapy water and wait 15 minutes. Wipe in small circles. For burnt bits that stay, hold a razor scraper at about 45 degrees and push gently. Finish with cooktop cleaner cream and buff it dry with a microfiber cloth.
Safety first
Clean only when the cooktop is off and the hot surface light has gone out: the glass stays hot long after you cook. Keep the scraper blade flat on the glass, never on its corner, and store it with the blade covered.
How to clean burnt-on stains off a glass stovetop
1Burnt rings and crusty spills
Boil-overs and splatters bake onto the hot glass. Turn the burners off and wait until the glass and the hot surface light are completely cool.
Read all the steps
- Burnt rings and crusty spills. Boil-overs and splatters bake onto the hot glass. Turn the burners off and wait until the glass and the hot surface light are completely cool.
- Baking soda and a hot, wet towel. Sprinkle baking soda over the stains. Soak a towel in hot water with a little dish soap, wring it out, lay it on top and wait 15 minutes.
- Wipe in small circles. Use the towel to rub the paste in small circles. Most of the burnt film lifts off. Wipe the residue away with a damp cloth.
- Razor scraper for what is left. On wet glass, hold the scraper at about a 45 degree angle and push gently. Never dig in with the corner of the blade.
- Cooktop cream, then buff it dry. Rub in a little ceramic cooktop cleaner and buff with a dry microfiber cloth. It leaves a thin film that makes the next spill easier to wipe.
- Still not fixed? Call a house cleaner Especially if: dark marks stay after the soak, the scraper and the cream: they may be etched into the glass.
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What not to do
- Do not use steel wool, scouring pads or powders: their scratches never come out.
- Do not spray regular glass cleaner on it. Many manufacturers warn it can stain the glass once it heats up.
- Do not slide heavy pots across the glass or set down pans with grit on the bottom.
- Do not use the scraper on painted edges or the metal frame.
Sugary spills are the exception
Syrup, jam and other sugary spills can pit the glass as they harden. Check your manual: many tell you to turn the burner off and push the spill off right away with a razor scraper, wearing an oven mitt. Never touch hot glass with bare hands or a damp cloth.
When to call a house cleaner
- Dark marks stay after the soak, the scraper and the cream: they may be etched into the glass.
- You want the oven, stovetop and range hood done as part of a deep cleaning.
- The glass has a crack or a chip: stop using it and call an appliance repair service.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to clean a glass stovetop?
Let it cool, then put baking soda under a hot, soapy towel for 15 minutes and wipe in circles. A razor scraper handles what is left, and cooktop cleaner cream polishes it.
Can I use a razor blade on a glass stove top?
Yes, a razor scraper made for cooktops is safe when the glass is cool and wet. Hold it at about 45 degrees and push gently, never with the corner.
Does vinegar clean a glass cooktop?
It cuts water spots and light grease on a cool cooktop. For burnt-on food, baking soda and a hot towel work better. Wipe it off and dry the glass afterward.
How do I get burn marks off a glass stovetop?
Soften them with baking soda and a hot, wet towel for 15 minutes, then wipe in circles. Scrape what stays with a razor scraper and finish with cooktop cream.
Why does my glass stovetop look cloudy after cleaning?
Usually cleaner residue or hard water left to dry. Wipe it with a damp cloth, then buff it dry with microfiber. A cooktop cream removes the last haze.
What should I not use on a glass stovetop?
Steel wool, scouring powder, abrasive sponges and regular glass cleaner. They scratch or stain the glass. Stick to baking soda, a razor scraper and cooktop cream.