How to remove tough kitchen grease from a gas hob

Every tadka and every fry leaves a little oil on the hob. Heat bakes it into a sticky film, then into a dark crust around the burners. Scrubbing harder is not the answer. Here is the routine that works.

Step 1: Identify the tough grease

Look for the thick yellow or brown layer on the hob, around the burners, on the chimney hood and on the tiles behind the stove. The darkest ring, closest to the flame, is the oldest and hardest grease.

Step 2: Spray the degreaser

Hold the bottle a short distance away and spray NoN Kitchen Degreaser evenly over the greasy area until it is fully wet. An even coat matters more than a heavy one.

Step 3: Let it break down the grease

Leave it for 1 to 2 minutes on heavy grease. NoN Kitchen Degreaser is made with fermented citrus-peel enzymes and plant-based surfactants. They soak into the grease layer and break it apart, so it lifts off the steel instead of smearing.

Step 4: Wipe and reveal the clean surface

Lift off the pan supports. Wipe the treated area with a damp microfiber cloth in one smooth pass. For very old crust, repeat steps 2 and 3 once.

Keep it from building back

Wipe the hob once a day while it is cool, before oil has a chance to bake on.
Clean the chimney filter on the schedule in its manual.
Use one cloth for the hob and another for the counter.

Watch the grease break down in 3D on our NoN household page.

Quick answers

What is a bio-enzyme kitchen degreaser?

A degreaser made with enzymes from fermented fruit peel plus plant-based surfactants. NoN Kitchen Degreaser uses citrus-peel enzymes to break down oil and burnt-on grease on hobs, chimneys and tiles.

How long should a degreaser sit on kitchen grease?

For NoN Kitchen Degreaser, 1 to 2 minutes on heavy grease, then wipe with a damp cloth.

Is NoN Kitchen Degreaser safe on stainless steel?

Yes, it is made for steel hobs, chimneys and tiles. As with any cleaner, test a small hidden spot first on special finishes.