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Home / Cleaning Guides / Outdoors / How to Clean a Stainless Steel Grill

How to Clean a Stainless Steel Grill

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Table of Contents:
  1. You Will Need
  2. Steps to Clean the Grill
  3. Additional Tips and Advice

Linda asked: How do I clean my stainless steel outdoor BBQ grill? My outdoor grill has a lot of dirt and grease on it. I’ve tried Bartender’s Friend and ammonia and water.

Stainless steel is protected by a thin layer of chromium oxide. When dirt and grease build up on this coating, it does not work properly and can lead to corrosion. Consistent upkeep of your stainless steel grill is a necessity to keep it looking its best. Here are the steps to clean your grill and keep it in good condition.

You Will Need:

  • Soap (grease fighting dishsoap works well for grease build up)
  • Water
  • Soft cloths or non abrasive sponges
  • Bucket

Steps to Clean the Grill:

  1. Fill a bucket with warm water.
  2. Add a good amount of soap and agitate to mix.
  3. Use a soft cloth or sponge moistened with the soapy water to wipe down the surfaces of the grill.
  4. Follow the grain of the metal as you clean.
  5. Rinse completely with clean water.
  6. Dry with a soft towel. Do not allow the surface to remain wet.

Additional Tips and Advice

  • Regular cleanings are a must, and stainless steel can tolerate it well. Unlike some other materials, stainless steel does not become worn or weakened by repeated cleanings.
  • Avoid using caustic or harsh cleaners on stainless steel surfaces. If additional cleaning power is needed, use an approved stainless steel cleaner.
  • For tough stains, see our guides with additional cleaning methods that are safe for stainless steel:
    • How to Clean Stainless Steel
    • How to Remove Scorch Marks from Stainless Steel
    • How to Clean Hardened Sauce from Stainless Steel
    • How to Remove Heat Stains from Stainless Steel

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I'm a stay-at-home mom who used to run a small housecleaning business. These days I consider myself more or a mad cleaning-scientist. I do most of the testing for our articles - as well as helping Mark & Melanie write them.

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  1. Cork says

    March 1, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    I used a harsh chemical cleaner in our commercial dish washer at church, and it has left a brown stain on the inside. Is it possible to clean it and make it look good again?

    Reply
  2. Scott says

    November 3, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    I work at Walmart in the maintenance department. How do I remove the crud that builds up in the stainless steel drinking fountains?

    Reply
  3. Jack says

    September 1, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    I have to say, this article was utterly useless.

    Reply
  4. Steve says

    August 9, 2015 at 11:26 am

    I agree with Jack; completely useless to recommend using soap and water.

    Reply

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