How to Clean a Wolf Glass Cooktop

How to Clean a Wolf Glass Cooktop Without Damaging It

If you have a Wolf glass cooktop, you know that it’s important to keep it clean. Not only does this make your kitchen look nicer, but it also helps to prevent accidents. Cleaning a glass cooktop can be tricky, though – if you’re not careful, you can easily damage it. But don’t worry, we will teach you how to clean a Wolf glass cooktop safely and effectively!

How to Clean a Wolf Glass Cooktop

Let’s get rid of that leftover food and grease and learn how to clean a Wolf glass cooktop properly.

What you’ll need:

  • Sponge or soft cloth
  • Mild dish soap
  • Water
  • Elco cooktop cleaner
  • Glass scraper or razor blade (optional)
  • Baking soda (optional)
  • White vinegar (optional)

Prepare the Wolf Cooktop for Cleaning

First, make sure that your cooktop is cool. If it’s still warm from cooking, you could end up damaging it. Second, remove any food or grease from the surface with a paper towel or rag. You don’t want to use anything abrasive, as this could scratch the cooktop.

Now it’s time to start cleaning!

Cleaning a Wolf Cooktop with Elco Cooktop Cleaner

There are two options for cleaning your cooktop, you can use cooktop cleaner or a homemade mixture of baking soda and vinegar. If you would like to use cooktop cleaner we would recommend Elco, as it’s Wolf’s top recommendation.

To use Elco cooktop cleaner:

  1. Wet a sponge or soft cloth with warm water and add a few drops of mild dish soap. Gently scrub the entire surface of your Wolf cooktop.
  2. Rinse the sponge or cloth and wring it out until it’s only damp. Wipe down the cooktop to remove any soap residue.
  3. Spray Elco cooktop cleaner onto the surface of your cooktop.
  4. Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe away the cleaner and any dirt or grime.
  5. Enjoy your sparkling clean Wolf cooktop!
Elco cooktop cleaning cream

Cleaning a Wolf Cooktop Baking Soda and Vinegar

If you would prefer to use a natural cleaning solution, you can mix together baking soda and vinegar. This mixture can be just as effective as Elco cooktop cleaning cream, but it’s important to use it correctly so that you don’t damage your cooktop.

To clean your Wolf glass cooktop with baking soda and vinegar:

  1. Clean off the surface with a soft cloth with warm water and mild dish soap and gently clean the entire surface of your Wolf cooktop.
  2. Rinse the sponge or cloth and wring it out until it’s only damp. Wipe down the cooktop to remove any soap residue.
  3. Make a mixture of equal parts baking soda and water.
  4. Apply the mixture to your cooktop with a sponge or soft cloth.
  5. Spray vinegar onto the baking soda mixture and watch it fizz!
  6. Add a warm damp washcloth on top of this mixture and let it sit for 15 minutes.
  7. Gently scrub the entire surface of your cooktop with the vinegar and baking soda mixture.
  8. Wipe down the cooktop to remove any residue.
  9. Enjoy your clean Wolf cooktop!
Cleaning a Wolf Cooktop Baking Soda

How to Remove Tough Stains from a Wolf Glass Cooktop

For really stubborn stains, this is where the scraper or razer come in. If you use these tools, be careful not to scratch the surface of your cooktop.

To remove tough stains, take a glass scraper or razor blade and gently scrape away the stain. Be careful during this process and keep your blade at a 45-degree angle for best results. Wipe away any residue with a cloth.

Now you know how to clean a Wolf glass cooktop without damaging it. Enjoy your clean cooktop and be sure to follow these tips any time it needs a little TLC. For more tips take a look at our guides on what to do if your range won’t light, or your oven isn’t heating. And for any serious issues, remember our oven and range repair team is just a quick call away.

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