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Cleaning your BBQ? How to clean your grill and outdoor kitchen

Written by: Irma ten Napel

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A well-maintained outdoor kitchen is essential for a successful BBQ session. Greasy residue, stubborn dirt and grime can seriously affect the performance and appearance of your BBQ and outdoor kitchen. Fortunately, cleaning your BBQ is not difficult, so that your outdoor kitchen will quickly look like new again.

How do you clean a BBQ?

There is nothing better than a delicious meal prepared on the barbecue. But after all that grilling, comes the least fun chore: cleaning the BBQ. Still, it is important to maintain your barbecue well, so that you can enjoy it for years to come.


In this article we will show you how to clean your BBQ grill and how to get your cast iron grill looking like new again. This way you can enjoy your barbecue evenings to the fullest, without having to worry about dirty grills or caked-on food residue.

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Why is BBQ cleaning important?

Regularly cleaning your BBQ is essential for several reasons:


  • It prevents bacteria and mold from building up, which can lead to food poisoning.
  • It removes baked-on food residue and grease, which can affect the taste of your dishes.
  • It extends the life of your BBQ and prevents rust formation.

Cleaning the BBQ grill

Cleaning a BBQ grill is easier than you think!

  • Heat the BBQ to a high temperature to loosen any baked-on residue.
  • Use a stiff brush to brush the grate clean.
  • Allow the rack to cool and remove from the BBQ.
  • Make a solution of warm water and dishwashing liquid and scrub the grate thoroughly.
  • Rinse the grill with clean water and dry it thoroughly.