How to Remove Melted Aluminum Foil from Glass Stovetop (2 quick tips)

In this brief article, we will be discussing how to remove melted aluminum foil from a glass stovetop. If you cook regularly on a glass stovetop, you’ll understand that the slightest stain or blemish stands out considerably on the reflective surface. 

That’s why it’s important to spontaneously clean any melted foil before it completely burns onto the stove. So read on to find out some tips and tricks for keeping your glass stovetop shiny and clean.

How to Remove Melted Aluminum Foil from Glass Stovetop?

The first step for all methods of removing melted aluminum foil from the glass stove top is to let the stovetop cool to room temperature. Once it’s workable, get on to removing the foil as soon as possible. 

Here are two great methods to remove melted aluminum foil from a glass stovetop.

  1. Razor Blade

Using a razor blade, carefully scratch off as much of the foil as you can. Follow this by spraying a little oven cleaner on the melted foil. Let it rest for at least 20 minutes or more. This helps dissolve the foil, which you can then easily wipe off and clean the rest of your stove top like you usually do.

This is the most commonly used method and is extremely efficient and effective. Surprisingly,  abrasive cleaning solutions and pads often scratch the glass stovetop, but razor blades, if used gently, do the trick extremely well.

  1. Baking Soda (along with some other ingredients)

Make a thick paste by mixing baking soda in a small amount of water. Apply this mixture on the foil and leave it for about 20 minutes. Then, use a damp microfiber cloth to gently rub off the dissolved foil. Finally, rinse the stove with clean water and dry using another clean microfiber cloth. 

This method can also be used with white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, or multipurpose sprays. For instance, you can lay a cloth soaked in the mentioned solutions onto the baking soda paste applied on the stove and let it rest for about 20 minutes. This helps deteriorate the foil even more. 

What Are Glass Stove Tops Made Of?

Glass stovetops, also known as ceramic stove or cooktops, are made using tempered ceramic glass. 

  • There are four main kinds of glass stovetops: 
  • Induction (uses magnets to produce heat)
  • Halogen (uses halogen bulbs) 
  • Radiant (employs heated metal coils) 
  • Semi Halogen (uses halogen bulbs along with metal coils) 

Can Aluminum Foil Scratch Glass Stovetops?

Yes. Aluminum scratches on glass stove tops are occasionally difficult to remove. And because of the delicate surfaces of these appliances, using brute force and/or harsh chemicals is not recommended. 

Should You Cover Stovetops with Aluminum Foil?

This logical answer is no.

People usually cover their glass stovetops and burners with tin/aluminum foil to ensure it stays clean during cooking. However, this is only recommended for certain kinds of stove tops. 

For glass stove tops, the foil generally melts and gets stuck onto the glass surface, and as we’ve mentioned, needs to be removed immediately to avoid permanent damage to the stovetop. For induction stoves,  there is a high risk of the aluminum foil permanently fusing with it.

Moreover, never use foil to line gas cooktops or to cover the grates, since aluminum is combustible and this creates a potential fire hazard. Also, vaporized aluminum is something you obviously don’t want to inhale. 

How Do You Dissolve Aluminum Foil?

Acids such as vinegar and commercial solvents dissolve aluminum foil and convert it into salts. The good thing is that these salts are safe for consumption if they accidentally get into your food.

Is Melted Aluminum Foil Toxic?

While aluminum foil is not considered toxic or dangerous, it could minimally increase the amount of aluminum in your diet.

So if you’re worried about consuming small quantities of aluminum on a regular basis, you should probably stop covering your glass stovetop with aluminum foil.

What is the Best Method For Cleaning Glass Stovetops?

One word: scrub. 

You should use a mixture of elbow grease or a mild cleaning agent, and a mild abrasive substance such as baking soda to scrub a glass stovetop. When done, rinse and gently scrub with clean water to remove all the baking soda from the stove’s surface.

Conclusion

In this brief article, we answered the question of how to remove melted aluminum foil from a glass stovetop, along with some more information about how to care for and maintain your glass stovetops.

Remember to be gentle, use non-abrasive compounds, and if you can, avoid using aluminum foil covering altogether. 

If you have any questions or comments please let us know.

References:

https://www.ehow.com/how_12114282_tin-foil-off-electric-stove-top.html
https://askinglot.com/how-do-you-remove-melted-aluminum-foil-from-a-glass-top-stove

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