How to Clean BBQ Grills

Everyone who owns a BBQ grill knows the dirty truth about them - they collect dirt and grime like no other household appliance you have ever had. The dirt they get also sticks to every crevice and corner so that cleaning them is a messy affair. In either case, it really is no fun to be cleaning your BBQ grills.

However, there is no getting away from it. Unless you want to live like a slob and continue using your grill as it begins to develop other life-forms in every nook and cranny or unless you are rich enough to buy a new BBQ grill every month, you will have to face that grimy grill and wash it, whether its current unwelcome residents would like you to or not.

When you are cleaning your grill, there are a few good tips that can make your job much faster and easier, and hey, who doesn’t want the entire process to be easier?

Before cleaning your grates, soften the dirt and grime sticking to them letting them soak in a tub of warm, soapy water. Take them in the house and let them soak in the sink if you like. After a while, brush it clean with a wire brush, and many of the problem spots will shine like they did when you brought it home from the store.
If you are using a charcoal grill, brush out the insides really well. The charcoal dust can build up, fly into your food, and make the tasty a little chalky.
If you are using a gas grill, remove the lava rocks, briquettes or the metal flame shield so you can get to the burner. Then clean out the ash and the other residues around the corner. When you are done, make sure you place the burner back on the grill correctly or your food won’t cook well.
To clear the insides of your BBQ grill, use a stiff wire brush and brush it gently with a bit of soapy water.
After cleaning totally, coat the inside surfaces of the BBQ grill with cooking spray or oil. Include the grills in this process. It will prevent the areas from being a nightmare to clean the next time.
Before using the grill, let the cleaning residues set for around 5 to 10 minutes.

These steps should help you get your grimy BBQ grill sparkling clean. Now that you've got your BBQ grill all spic and span, remember also that a light coat of cooking spray or oil every time you grill can make your next cleaning session much easier and, to avoid having to scrub and brush for hours on end, adopt a regular cleaning schedule of your BBQ grill.

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