How to Clean a Grill Quickly and Easily
This practical guide from Reader’s Digest explains step-by-step how to clean both [[charcoal grill]]s and [[gas grill]]s to improve food flavor and prolong equipment life. It lists essential supplies — from a [[grill brush]] or [[palmyra brush]] to [[aluminum foil]], gloves and a food-safe [[degreaser]] — and walks through immediate post-cook scraping of [[grill grates]], safe cooling and ash disposal, interior and exterior scrubbing, disassembly of gas components and recommendations for drying and oiling to prevent rust. Experts [[Mike De Los Santos]] and [[David Rose]] offer tips like seasoning grates with neutral oil, avoiding metal bristle brushes, and covering the unit to protect it from the elements. The article also suggests a routine cleaning cadence and simple season-long habits to keep grills performing and safe.