Expert shares 12p cleaning hack to get your BBQ sparkling this summer
Who would believe that June is around the corner and we are nearly halfway through the year already?
While it may not seem like it is BBQ weather in the UK, the Met Office has confirmed there is a 'mini-heatwave' on the way in days.
While our prayers have been answered in some good weather finally, it can only mean one thing - it is time to get the BBQ out.
However, a recent survey found 38 percent of Brits have got a dirty barbecue, with 19 percent describing theirs as “absolutely filthy”.
This is according to home & garden furniture experts, VonHaus, who have shared their tips for getting your BBQ ready and sparkling to use again.
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Even better, one of the hacks will set you back just 12p and you will probably already have the item in your home.
It turns out that all you need is an onion. Here’s how it works.
Liam Glennon, senior outdoor leisure buyer at VonHaus, explained: “One novel, natural solution to lingering grime is to clean the bars with an onion.
“Lightly turn up the temperature and attach half an onion to a fork to create a makeshift handle. Rub gently over the hot grill so the onion's water naturally leaks across the BBQ—its antibacterial properties will remove any impurities.
“What’s more, unlike many chemical-laden cleaners, it’s safe for food preparation. At 12p a pop, cleaning hacks don’t come much quicker than this.”
Meanwhile, another cleaning solution Glennon recommended was beer. This is thanks to its natural acidity which can help cut through grease.
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The beer’s carbonation will help dislodge any stuck-on food particles.
Simply rev up your BBQ to a medium temperature and pour a can of beer over the warmed grates. Let it settle for a few minutes before scrubbing off with a grill brush to leave your surfaces sparkling.
Thankfully any old can of beer will do and there’s no need to waste the good stuff on cleaning duty.
Thirdly, the expert suggested baking soda is a good cleaning staple.
All you have to do is simply mix it with a bit of water to form a paste, then apply it to the grates with a brush or sponge.
Let it sit for a few minutes to work its magic, then scrub away the dirt and rinse with water. Your grill will shine like new.
Finally, for those hard-to-reach spots on the BBQ, tin foil can work wonders.
Glennon advised to crumple up a sheet of foil into a ball, then use it to scrub away stubborn residue on the grates.
The abrasive texture of the foil will help loosen dirt and grime while its flexibility allows it to adapt to the contours of your grill.
Not only is it cheap, disposable and eco-friendly it is a win-win situation.
In light of cost-of-living concerns, al-fresco eating remains a fashionable, inexpensive alternative to restaurants and a firm favourite for entertaining friends.
