Ways to Keep Your Pots and Pans Always Shiny and Free from Black or Yellow Stains

Clean your pots thoroughly after each use

A common reason why pots turn black when used on a gas stove is due to dirt and grease buildup. After cooking, if you don’t clean the pot properly, the oil residue on the bottom will burn and cause black stains, making the pot dirty. Over time, these layers of grime become thicker and harder to remove.

Therefore, after each use, make sure to clean your pots thoroughly to remove grease and any remaining residue.

If a thick, black layer has already formed, it will be harder to clean. Regular cleaning after every use helps effectively prevent blackening.

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Check your gas cylinder

If the gas flame turns red, it could mean the gas cylinder is nearly empty. You can check the frost line on the cylinder or shake it gently—if it feels light, the gas inside is running low.

Additionally, using low-quality gas cylinders can cause the flame to burn red and make your pots turn black.

That’s why you should always purchase gas from reputable suppliers to ensure quality and safety.

You should also clean your gas stove regularly to remove grease and dirt around the burners and flame holes. These can block airflow, turn the flame red, and cause black stains on the bottom of your pots.

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How to clean a blackened pot bottom

Many people use steel wool or sand to scrub off the black layer. While this method works immediately, it can scratch the bottom of your pot, making it easier for dirt to stick later.

Another method is to sprinkle baking soda evenly over the pot bottom, pour vinegar on top, leave it for a while, and then scrub. This can help but is not very effective for heavy stains.

The most effective and simple method is to use dishwashing tablets or powder.

First, prepare a basin of hot water and dissolve one dishwashing tablet (or some dishwashing powder) in it. Then soak the pot in the solution.

If the stains are light, soak for 1–2 hours. For heavier, long-standing stains, leave the pot to soak overnight.

After soaking, simply take the pot out and scrub it with a regular dish sponge.

Dishwashing tablets or powders contain oxygen-based cleaning agents that can effectively remove burnt grease and long-term black stains from the pot bottom.