So, you’ve had a little stovetop mishap. Maybe someone (naming no names) didn’t realize the burner was still hot and set a plastic spoon, lid, or container on top of it. And now? You’re left with a gooey, melted plastic mess fused to your beautiful glass cooktop.
First of all—deep breath. You are not the first person to do this, and you won’t be the last. The good news? You can fix this without calling in reinforcements or replacing your stove. In fact, you only need two simple tools you might already have at home!
What You’ll Need
- A sharp blade, like a utility Blade or a specialized stove scraper
- WD-40
Yes, that’s right! The same stuff you use to fix squeaky doors is also your stovetop savior.
Step-by-Step: How to Remove Melted Plastic from your Glass Cooktop
1. Let the area cool (and take a few deep breaths).
You don’t need the plastic to be warm to get it off
2. Generously spray WD-40 over the area of melted plastic.
Don’t be shy. Full coverage will help it soak the plastic
3. Wait 10-15 minutes.
Let the WD-40 work its magic. As it soaks in, it will start to loosen the bond between the plastic and the glass surface
4. Grab your blade and carefully scrape.
Hold the blade at a low angle to avoid scratching your stovetop. You’ll be amazed at how easily the plastic lifts once it’s softened.
5. Wipe WD-40 residue and lifted plastic away with a rag, paper towel or shop towel
Final Touches: Deep Clean Time
Whew. That was close, right? But the WD-40 worked its MAGIC! You may need to clean your stovetop thoroughly after this. For a sparkling finish, give it a clean using my favorite stovetop solution: Norwex Power Cleaning Paste (AKA “elbow grease in a jar) and an Enviro Scrub Pad or Spirisponge
Check out my full review and some details in here:
Norwex Power Cleaning Paste Review • “Elbow Grease” in a Jar!
A Few Extra Tips:
- If you don’t have WD-40, coconut oil can work in a pinch. It doesn’t penetrate quite as deeply, but it can help soften the plastic with a little more elbow grease.
- Avoid using harsh abrasives or scouring pads—they may scratch your stovetop.
Did This Trick Work for You?
Drop a comment below and let me know if this saved your stovetop/sanity/relationship. Bonus points if you tell me what melted (my last one was a Tupperware lid. Oops).
And hey, maybe bookmark this post for next time. Just in case. 😉
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