
Soak your stove burners in ammonia
Research suggests that a shocking 41 percent of all home fires start in the kitchen, often as a result of issues on the stove. Fortunately, eliminating some of the flammable grease and grime on your burners can help you stay safer in the long run—and it’s relatively easy to do.
First, try washing the removable burner parts with soap and water. If that doesn’t work, put them in a large sandwich bag with a quarter-cup of ammonia, and close up the bags. Leave them to soak overnight, and by morning, you can simply wipe off that gunk with ease, according to Bob Vila.