How to Clean a Rusty Flat Top Grill (Rusty Blackstone Griddle)

Need to know how to fix a rusty flat top grill? I was visiting my brother-in-law recently, and his Blackstone griddle was rusty, dirty, and in need of some TLC. Watch as I show you how to remove rust from a griddle so that it’s in tip-top shape and ready to cook on again.

Start by turning your flat top grill on to a low setting and add some water to the surface. The hot surface of the grill and the water will create a steaming effect which helps to loosen the dirt and grime on the griddle. Use paper towels or a rag to wipe down your griddle surface. Then, turn off the grill and let it cool back down.

If there is a lot of rust, you may need to use a fine grit sandpaper to lightly brush the rusty areas. I used a drywall sanding tool, because that’s all that I had available to use.

Then, if your flat top grill is rusty and dirty like my brother-in-law’s, you can add soapy water to the surface to help remove the rust and built up grime. Give the surface, outside, and inside edges a good washing with a soapy rag. Then, use a damp paper towel or rag to remove the excess soap.

Dry the griddle surface and outside/inside edges thoroughly with a clean rag or paper towel - I like to use paper towels for this. Then, add a very thin coat of oil to the flat top grill, turn the grill on low, and let the oil heat to its smoke point.

You’ll notice that the flat top grill surface will start to smoke. Let it continue to smoke for about 5-8 minutes, or until the smoke starts to subside. Then, turn off the grill and let it cool back down. Then, add another thin coat of oil, and bring the grill up to the smoke point again. Allow to smoke for another 5-8 minutes (or until the smoke starts to lessen), and then turn off the griddle and let it cool down again.

Repeat these steps as needed. *You can also watch my video “How to Reseason Your Flat Top Grill” for more detailed instructions on this process.

Then, your rusty flat top grill should be as good as new!
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