The Limited Times

Now you can see non-English news...

So you can get rid of grease stains on the extractor hood in a flash

2020-06-16T14:46:49.461Z


The stove has been cleaned, the tiles have a high gloss - only the extractor hood lives a sad life? We show you how to master the fat remnants.


The stove has been cleaned, the tiles have a high gloss - only the extractor hood lives a sad life? We show you how to master the fat remnants.

  • The extractor hood is often dripping with grease.
  • Simple home remedies help with cleaning .
  • We show you what to look out for.

While it is difficult to ignore a dirty stove , it is surprisingly easy to hide a dirty extractor hood . If you take a closer look, the greasy deposits are noticeable - especially if the grease already hits the hood. But what is even more worrying: the deposited fat * can pose a fire hazard . In addition, fat that has been deposited on metal for a long time can tend to become resinous. To avoid this, it is recommended to unpack the cleaning rag at least every three weeks. If you cook particularly greasy, you can often go to action.

What needs to be cleaned with the extractor hood?

Before cleaning, it is important that you spend some time with the construction of your extractor hood - so that you don't miss anything when cleaning. There are three different types of extractor hoods: the extract air, the recirculation and the hybrid hoods . In the case of exhaust hoods, the mist is directed outside, while ventilated hoods absorb the vapors and return them to the room after cleaning. Hybrid hoods can work in both ways.

In the case of exhaust hoods, clean the surfaces inside and outside as well as the metal filter including fleece, while in the case of the recirculating air or hybrid hood the activated carbon filter must also be replaced regularly.

Clean the surfaces of the extractor hood - inside and outside

Depending on the material from which the surfaces are made - mostly stainless steel *, sometimes also aluminum or glass - you have to take care of your cleaning agents. Under no circumstances should you work with sharp or scratchy objects to avoid damaging the surfaces. In the case of light soiling, it is usually sufficient to put a little washing-up liquid in water and use it to wipe the greasy areas with a microfiber cloth. For more stubborn stains, it can help to wash them with rinse aid for the dishwasher beforehand. For stainless steel surfaces , you should also dry with a lint-free cloth to avoid water stains.

Home remedies in use: How to remove fat from the extractor hood with baking soda

If you have soda * in the household, you can also use this home remedy to clean your extractor hood . To do this, simply mix the white powder with water to form a paste and spread it over the affected areas. After some time, wipe the paste with water again and dry the surfaces - grease spots should now be history .

Clean the extractor hood with the household remedy lemon - how it works

Lemons are a fragrant method for cleaning cooker hoods. Simply halve one of the citrus fruits and rub the cut surface over the greasy streaks on the surfaces. Let the whole thing take effect briefly and wipe with a little water. Then dry the areas with a lint-free cloth.

Also interesting : With these tricks you get your tiles very easy to clean.

Clean the metal filter from the extractor hoods - no more grease

Many forget the filter when cleaning the extractor hood - but it is precisely here that the most grease collects. The good news is that the metal filter can usually be cleaned in the dishwasher as normal with an intensive program. If you don't have a dishwasher, it also works by hand in the sink. Use hot water and detergent for this - baking soda can serve as a little helper.

How to do it: Put the metal filter in the sink and sprinkle baking powder * on it. Pour boiling water over it and let it soak. Remove the remaining dirt with a soft cloth. Alternatively, simply place the metal filter in a sink filled with hot water, into which you have added baking soda. After some exposure time, the fat can also be easily dissolved.

Cleaning the extractor hood: can the activated carbon filter be cleaned?

The activated carbon filter of an extractor hood can unfortunately not be cleaned. Instead, it needs to be replaced every three to six months . You should also replace the fleece every three to six months - numerous grease and food residues are deposited here, which can be noticed relatively quickly on the surface. A fleece is very cheap to buy and usually has to be cut to the right size.

Read also : This way you get every kitchen front clean.

You have never heard of these cleaning tricks

To the photo gallery

* Merkur.de is part of the nationwide Ippen-Digital editors network.

Source: merkur

All life articles on 2020-06-16

You may like

Trends 24h

Latest

© Communities 2019 - Privacy

The information on this site is from external sources that are not under our control.
The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.