How to restore a rusty Blackstone griddle top

[@RussianColluder]

My local Walmart left a 36 inch black stone in rain and it oxidized as result. I was able to haggle them to 50% off.$120 for a brand new griddle with some rust on the griddle top. This video helped me tremendously make it look new again. Thank you!!!

[@thehungryhussey]

Nice! Yeah, people fret out about the tops rusting. Just some wire brushes or a paint/rust remover on a angle grinder, and it's good as new! Like a bad hair cut.

[@mikekirby9310]

I just got my griddle today... and after watching this... I PROMISE ... I will clean and oil after each use... so help me God! Lol... But.. Very instructive!! Thank you for the lesson!!! Btw.. Love the channel... you are one of the reasons I bought the griddle.

[@michaelargenta3856]

im sure your griddle looks like crap today ???

[@jasonstarr6419]

Got halfway through the video, had to get up, run out back and clean my grill! Seasoned it again while I mopped the deck floor! Thanks for the reminder!

[@thehungryhussey]

Reminder? 😂

[@jasonstarr6419]

@@thehungryhussey Yep, not only did that grill need a GOOD cleaning (not the lick and a promise I sometimes give) but the natural collection of dust on the floor (being outside and all) just irritated my feet so much I had to mop the floor too!! So, got two for the price of one!

[@skylarbence1363]

@@thehungryhussey we need these reminders every 6 months thanks lol

[@followingjesus7331]

Just made your BANG-GOOD (GREAT!) Mongolian Beef and I was so disappointed that my veggies had some black stuff in it which didn't happen to your veggies. I've only had my BS for a few weeks, so it's still working through the initial seasoning I suppose. Regardless of the black stuff, this dish was amazingly good! I kept debating on whether to sand down the BS like I do my cast iron pans and, since the solution came to me as I slept on it, I purposely searched for THIS vid on your channel. THANK YOU! This was just what I was looking for. I will tackle this job today!

[@jimswanny1193]

Excellent video, I’m picking up a blackstone this week. Outside and unused 3 years. 100.00 of new 899.00. Needs this treatment and as on old construction worker wanted to do it this way but unsure. Thank you for letting me know I will be doing it the professional way. An old griddle down to bare is always best, then take care of when you own it.

[@harmoncollege]

Good video, Hussey. That's the part that scared me when I got my 36 inch Blackstone a few months back, but I figured out a way to make things simple by taking tips from Todd Toven and a few others. My initial seasoning was three or four thin coats of cheap Canola oil, followed by a roll of sausage. After each cook, right after turning off the burners, all I do is gently scrape off any excess debris (and hit any sticky stuff with water), then wipe with a paper towel. Then I take two more paper towels and rub on a thin layer of Canola oil. THAT'S IT! I don't like cleaning either brother, but it takes maybe two minutes to do it that way. Then pop that hard cover on. I heat up on high for 10 minutes before each cook, and it sanitizes the top and starts to burn off that oil. I say keep it simple. :) Good luck with the re-season, looking forward to the video.

[@thehungryhussey]

Chris, canola as a seasoning worked well. You could see in that's video much of the spots were hard to come off. The problem was me and I'd cook something with some acid in it and not clean it up well or none at all, and let it sit. Not good. Hope I didn't misguided folks in thinking of myself seasoning with lard as not to use canola though. I'm doing lard as really an ode to what our family did back in the day. Just to see how that goes.

[@woodworkergene5416]

That's the same way I do it too.

[@kenkaniff6142]

Glad to see the term “jack leg” being used. I coined that phrase myself back in the 90’s. Of course I’m telling the truth. Out of that whole video why would I comment on this guy calling himself a jack leg? I too am a jack leg as I did this same thing to our griddle or whatever it’s called. Completely covered in rust. Been through two batteries on the cordless for about 2 hours. Almost done. Such a pain in the ass. I’ll get it later won’t be uttered out of my mouth when it comes to this grill again. F that. Lesson learned.

[@nicholasparnell732]

good video. i have been a welder for 5+ years use an angle grinder for the large area and the wire wheel for your grease trap and sides it will cut it down to a good 25-30 min. plus you dont need to keep switching brushes

[@thehungryhussey]

I actually re-did another one and used the angle grinder with a paint and rust wheel. Wow, worked a lot better. The brush changing was me thinking something else would work better. Playing ping-pong in my mind you know?

[@rrizz2050]

looking good. I just did mine. The bigger areas, I used a 60 grit flapper wheel on an angle grinder.... stripped it to bare metal in literally 2 minutes. The corners/tight areas i used the wire wheel on the drill. worked great.

[@Outlawstar79]

I really enjoyed watching you clean the ole BlackStone, you did very well and she looks beautiful! A lot of people don't understand you have to clean griddles every time you cook on them, the one at work awe cleaned every night. Thank for letting us watch and I am allll excited bout the reseasoning video!...keepem Coming Bruthah!

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks pal! Gotta keep at them to make sure they're clean, or else!

[@Outlawstar79]

yes you do my Brutha from another Muthah..you always make a video that pleases!

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks buddy!

[@stephaniemoore8886]

Goodness ... Great day!!! U wore me out. I just got a blackstone and I'm terrified of messing it up. I've been watching video after video and this is a good one! I LEARNED YOUR LESSON!! 🤣 cuz I have my " I'll clean it later" moments too. Not with this sucker I won't... No way. When u gotta buy drills and grinders just to clean something .. that little 2 minute cleanup ain't so bad after all🤣🤣🤣🤣. Love your videos love your beautiful family. Thanks a ton, especially for this vid!

[@thehungryhussey]

It's like a bad hair cut. It can be fixed with some time.

[@Knubinator]

I just got a blackstone recently and decided to strip and it and give it a new seasoning. I've done cast iron reseasonings since I was a kid, so I thought I could do this. This is basically how I did mine, except I just used the wire wheel. The pencil pusher comment struck home; I haven't really used my hands very much since graduating college and last night I really found out just how long it'd been lol. What I wish I'd had was an angle grinder with a bigger wheel. I used grapeseed oil, since that's what I use for cast iron, and while it didn't get black everywhere, it's got most of the surface done. Going to try cooking on it today, and the rest just takes time and some effort.

[@thehungryhussey]

I've done this a another time and used a angle grinder with a paint and rust wheel and that zipped the stuff off much quicker. Being a pencil pusher is tough bro. Haha.

[@rgamez7376]

That's time consuming and hard work. Awesome job, thanks for the video. Looks great!

[@CuteKat111]

Thanks for being so darn honest! Truth be told this will happen to most of us at one time or another. Life gets in the way of fun sometimes and now we know how to fix the problem! Thanks again!

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks for the support. It's like a bad haircut, it can be fixed most times. Haha.

[@wessimpson2544]

Hey man i had one then sold it and bought the new one in the Spring the big one this time. I did the same thing. The heat of summer and lots of rains too didn’t use it for about a month and rust started.

[@thehungryhussey]

Life gets to you brother!

[@kountrytiger1999]

Good job cleaning it up you made the rite choice with the wire brush those square corners are a pain just food for thought next time if you don't own a 4 1/2 inch side grinder buy you one they make wire brushs to fit them and will work a lot better for stripping the surface down to bare metal i used them a great deal welding if it's really stubborn you can also use a flapper disc which is made of sanding paper you can buy different grit disc and they work on the same 4 1/2 inch grinder keep it going prayers from South Carolina.

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks my friend! I actually did this again and used a angle grinder with a paint and rust wheel and it turned out well.

[@techexamined]

Note to self...... CLEAN AFTER EVERY COOK.... I do not want to do this.. 😂😂😂😂 Great work man...

[@christophercunningham8974]

Good to see you back hussey!

[@thehungryhussey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@watermain48]

Watched the two videos in reverse. Great job stripping it down. Liked this music a lot more too. Thanks for sharing.

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks Bill! Glad you enjoyed it and the music! 😂

[@petrusromanus331]

I watched this while I was drinking a Bitburger (German Beer). It was so satisfying to see you working on that Blackstone. I think it was about Time doing this. And as always - you did it very well. Now season it and start doing videos - I'm HUNGRY!! :-) ;-) :-) GBYAYF

[@thehungryhussey]

Lol 😂 I have some videos coming my friend! Thanks for the support pal!

[@mike-qf5jr]

Very good video thank you for the information. I think everyone with a Blackstone will make sure they clean it better for now on and sooner

[@thehungryhussey]

Lord I hope so! Haha

[@CookingWithCJ]

That was oddly satisfying to watch... LOL! Good stuff brother!

[@thehungryhussey]

Well humm.... Thanks brotha!

[@bryanwithawhy]

Hope you and your family remain safe during Florence. I'm sure you're well away from the coast, but I expect you'll get quite a bit of rain. Stay safe!

[@thehungryhussey]

Brian, thanks for the kind thoughts. We're doing well so far. A lot of rain and some wind gusts for the most part.

[@richardmckinney5879]

Great video. Took me about 1.25 hours as well. Looks great. Thanks a bunch.

[@thehungryhussey]

It’s a laborious duty but needed. Also can use a angle grinder with paint and rust wheel and that comes off a little better. I did that later on, but didn’t video it.

[@meatcranium4280]

I would have to agree with the other guy that said the grill bricks. Absolutely. Don’t know if he would take care of the rust but it would most certainly keep everything very very very clean. Great video brother, you just started back from Ground Zero that’s awesome as well. 👍🏼💪🏼🇺🇸

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks MH!

[@sgtUSA2012]

Looks great. As you know prevention is the best possible way to keep rust off. The idea of using sandpaper was genius. Ensure you keep a light cost of oil on your cooktop to prevent rust in the future. Good job

[@jorgealvarado9693]

Thank you for this video. I was contemplating whether to do this to my grill and it can be done. Regards,

[@davidlopata7532]

I had to do the same thing 😢. The Blackstone cover let's water sit on it like a pond and the water gets through the cover. Mine looked worse than yours. I used a wire wheel on a grinder then sanded it. That was a lot of work. Now I'm cutting a piece of wood to sit on top of the hotplate on an angle so the water doesn't pool on top of the cover.

[@thehungryhussey]

The hard covers are nice too, but yeah, you can also take a small bucket or tupperware to "tent" the soft cover to let rain run off.

[@robb.1986]

I had to strip my blackstone and reseason. I used an angle grinder and wire wheel on my drill for the corners. Used an orbital sander to get it smooth. With stripping and reseason only took a couple hours total.

[@chuckprice2834]

Needing to do the same to mine. I will probably wait until I see your seasoning video so I can do it all in 1day. Good video

[@thehungryhussey]

Seasoning video will drop soon my friend!

[@chuckprice2834]

You're the man!

[@geraldhanson6814]

I had the same issue with mine, but I plugged the drain hole and poured vinegar onto the flat top so there was about a 1/4 inch deep and lef tit there for about 2 days, and then wire brushed the rust and crap off...... Went way easier than what you are doing.......

[@thehungryhussey]

I've done this a time or two after. Used a angle grinder and a rust and paint wheel. Came off really easy.

[@John_N_from_NC]

Thanks for posting this. I try to clean and oil my grills after I use them, so far so good. I also cover the grill with the metal top but I also use the soft covers too ( They are in the Garage now ). The soft covers are heavy duty and seems to be of high quality.We are on Generator power now, 500,000+ without power, Flood Warnings issued for just about all of ENC........

[@thehungryhussey]

Dang pal! Hope all is well. Let me know your status. We're all good still. Power is good and no trees down. Be safe buddy. Prayers sent your way.

[@guns4funfreedomkeeper999]

It’s hard when those kids are little but soak that time with the kids up while you can. You can replace that grill. Those kids will be grown before you know it. Mine will be 19 and 20 this year. It pisses me right off to think about how much time I wasted cleaning my grill and my deck, and my car, and my barn at this point. You did do a really nice job on that grill though. I will probably do that to mine now. Godspeed.

[@HighVoltage1935]

That looks awesome Hussey this is the video I've been waiting for can't wait to see how you reseason it Thanks Bud

[@bryanlyle]

Thank you for this. I need to do my Blackstone as well. I'm exhausted just watching.

[@bryanrowland899]

Dayum! That was a lot of work. Nice video!

[@thehungryhussey]

Yeah, it was a lot of work for this old desk jockey. Haha. I'm glad I have my Blackstone back now.

[@gayle3860]

Good job on restoring the Blackstone! Looking forward to more video's, maybe on re-seasoning the griddle.

[@thehungryhussey]

Yep, I have that one dropping next brother!

[@djreaction13]

I just did mine with an abrasive pad from harbor freight that goes on an angle grinder. Took me only 30 mins to get to look like yours. Try it next time!

[@cfcrawford76]

Watching this, I remember my Navy days ... strip to bare metal, then resurface, but on a bigger scale.

[@thehungryhussey]

Much bigger scale! haha

[@optiklopzzz]

Pencil Pusher eh? Would've never thought. Great video. If mine ever gets bad I'll use this as a reference.

[@thehungryhussey]

Haha... I look like a farmer?

[@allun13]

Looked hard work but you did just great. Well done from sunny England.

[@thehungryhussey]

Was hard work but worth it in the end for sure! Hey thanks for watching all the way from England! That's awesome! Some day I'd like to visit.

[@VanBoy]

To put a really smooth, non-stick surface on your Blackstone, try 2 more small steps. Use 800 grit wet/dry sandpaper with water. Once done with that, take 0000 steel wool and finish it off. You'll find it's as non-stick as any cooking surface once you've properly seasoned the top. Good video!

[@sonofthunder1983]

I have a Blackstone brand new, so should i use this smoothing ,method before or after seasoning it???

[@VanBoy]

@@sonofthunder1983 I wouldn't. Just season really well.

[@sonofthunder1983]

@@VanBoy OK thanks

[@PAPATexas]

Good video. I seem to have this problem now. Good fix!

[@thehungryhussey]

Use an angle grinder with the paint and rust wheel instead of the drill. Works way w better. I actually didn’t care for the way the seasoning was going with the lard so I stripped again and started over.

[@bigv12]

I got mine not to long ago. Getting some surface rust. I have the grille that comes with a cover also have a weather proof canvass Blackstone cover. Still got some rust. I live in VA so humid and griddle is outside. Any tips to stop this? Some people said leave grill cover open a little? Also I got some of the dill grillos pickles per your recommendation. OMG. BEST ever. Thank you

[@thehungryhussey]

Main thing is to clean it, get it dry, then oil it after each use.

[@ritaherbert3893]

Just gotten mine from the box, thanks for looking out , Blackstone's can be refurbished !

[@TheHollarBBQ]

Very nice man, I got some spot on mine that seem like it peeling. I might have to do this one day. Thanks brother.

[@thehungryhussey]

I'm thinking maybe if I get a spot or two if you could spot treat as they pop up? Not sure, but think one could. Let me know how that works out.

[@Mutch820]

My Blackstone was in the exact same shape as yours in this video. I followed another video and tried using a grill stone. No luck. I'm glad I came across this just now and will follow yours. Especially if it only took you 1.25 hours. I can't find you re-seasoning video though. Did you not make one?

[@thehungryhussey]

I did, but honestly I didn’t like the lard seasoning, so I stripped again and went with canola.

[@RenateAHernandez]

That was definitely a job and a half lol I don't know why I was squinting every time I seen the dust fly lol. Great job will tune in tomorrow 😁

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks Renate! Hopefully I'll have the seasoning video up soon. Not sure if it'll happen tomorrow or not. Haha.

[@jplandscaping5069]

That will be a Mobile Business soon, I would charge 100 bucks to clean it like you did Huss dirty job that takes commitment Great work bro

[@thehungryhussey]

I can see some folks wanting that service done for sure! Hungry Hussey Mobile Blackstone Cleaning!

[@japexchaos7266]

Definitely a good ideal for side money, but $100? You do know you could buy a brand new top for $100 right? Maybe $50 tops

[@tonyboneize]

Thanx for the video. I’ve been wanting to get one. I’ll be leaving mine in the weather too! Good video! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@thehungryhussey]

You're welcome pal! Main objective is clean and oil it well after each use.

[@DRUNKYARDBBQ]

I keep mine covered in Saran Wrap after every cook..it works very well.i never have a rust issue .

[@thehungryhussey]

Dang, see there always someone out there to show me up! Haha 😂 just kidding buddy. My lazy self cannot seem to clean the thing more less put saran wrap on it too.

[@michaelhardy9402]

Just buy the powdercoated cover, no?

[@semco72057]

That griddle is looking great again and I hope you decide to keep it that way and not let it get that bad again.

[@thehungryhussey]

Sidney, I'm going to try my best. We shall see! Guess now I know what to do! 😂

[@LeprechaunTV]

Great video brother! BLACKSTONERS!

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks Jason!

[@jimdent351]

Try washing next time with vinegar. It will eat the rust. If I were in your shoes, I would have laid a towel down across the entire cooking surface and drenched the towel with a 5% vinegar. Then you need to check on it every few hours and rub at the rust spots to verify that you've left it long enough. Once you're happy with the results, simply clean it with soap and water. I've soaked cast iron skillets in the past that were completely covered in rust and after 12 to 18 hours the skillets were 100 rust free. Depending on how deep the rust you have will depend on how long it takes. Additionally, on smaller items like pans, dutch ovens, or smaller griddles can be put in a self cleaning oven to strip away all the old seasoning so you can start over. Cheers and good luck!

[@thehungryhussey]

Interesting take. May try that next time.

[@thomashernandez4027]

You know what works great for restoring is an orbital sander and 80-220 grit sandpaper. Works really fast. Just hand sand the corners with a flat sanding block.

[@gregprince2523]

Love the beats!!! Good workin tunes!!

[@honestmicky]

Thanks HH for this excellent informative video, much appreciated bro. Mason would be proud of his cool papa. Have a nice day my friend in the Great State of North Carolina : )

[@thehungryhussey]

You're welcome brother. Thanks as always for the great support! We're hunkdered down in NC waiting for the hurricane!

[@jesfishd1323]

Bro! Take it to your local paint/powder coat shop and pay them to sand blast it. Saves time! I bought a used blackstone for $25 that had tons of rust and now looks new.

[@thehungryhussey]

That's what I was going to do brother however the time took to take it to the shop to do that and pick them back up I could have already had it sent it down myself

[@bswins9648]

Whew! Looked as tiring as you did after finishing. Now that it’s cleaned, be sure to cover it tightly. You’ve got a lot of rain coming your way compliments of Florence. Prayers for you and your family to stay safe. 🙏🏻

[@thehungryhussey]

Yes sir, it was tiring, but worth it. I have it covered with the hard cover and plenty oil. Should be good to go!

[@tonyboneize]

You now have the Chrome addition !!! 😂😂

[@thehungryhussey]

😂 Yes sir! I took it to the bare metal my friend!

[@tonymedina922]

How did it get in that bad condition? Did u not use it for a while and left it outside? I don’t clean mine after I use it but when I do use it again, I turn on all the burners and add water to scrape off all the old stuff on it. Mine is garage kept

[@thehungryhussey]

Many things. I wasn't doing cleaning like I once did. Then I cooked something that was very acidic and didn't clean it. Just put the cover on it and left it. Bad move.

[@tonymedina922]

Thanks for the reply Hussy. So after you used it, covered and left it. How long before you uncovered and saw it in this condition? Just wondering how long it takes before I need to prevent this from happening to me. Thanks

[@thehungryhussey]

Was a couple weeks. I went out of town for business then was under the weather. I cannot remember exactly, bit know it was a couple weeks.

[@CRASS2047]

I live in SW Florida. I will be oiling mine as soon as it’s cooled, and putting in inside a tied off plastic bag. Rust is horrible here

[@thehungryhussey]

Bet it is!

[@choccows]

So if I understand you right. As long as you keep it clean after each cook alot of this rust wont be a problem?

[@thehungryhussey]

Yes, true.

[@Wobi05R6]

My buddy got his sandblasted. It'll cost you a few bucks but it turned out really nice

[@thehungryhussey]

Yeah, that's an option too.

[@SuburbanBBQ]

Time well spent! It looks great.

[@fizixx]

I don't know how I missed this video, but oh well. I will have to find the seasoning video. Looks like you did a good job. If you ever have to do this again, I might suggest you try a sand-blaster. They would be great on a job like this. Probably be able to do a job like this in minutes. I bet you could find one at Harbor Freight. There are different styles and sizes. :)

[@thehungryhussey]

Well, I actually didn't like the way lard went, so I zipped it off too, but used an angle grinder with a paint and rust striper wheel. It did far better than the drill.

[@tbeirman21]

I used a grill brick on my Blackstone. Didn't work very well. Now I'm trying it this way.

[@thehungryhussey]

I did another one using a angle grinder with a paint and rust disc and it worked really well. I’d say strip in 15 min or less. Send me an email [e-mail] if you want a picture of the disc.

[@tannenbaum3444]

Yes, grill bricks made of porous stone....works like a charm, apply oil an scrub then just wipe clean.

[@thehungryhussey]

It takes the seasoning off though?

[@traciw71]

Matt, can you use the burners independently of each other? Thx Traci

[@thehungryhussey]

Yep. I cycle them all the time.

[@traciw71]

Matt thank you so much for getting back me. It would be so great if you could do a short video on the burners thanks so much your friends from Florida

[@SkinnerFarms]

I know it’s an older video but thanks for sharing! I need to do mine sadly

[@thehungryhussey]

Yeah man, I let it get way nasty

[@erv929]

My god that looks like a job. Glad I went with the 17 inch.

[@thehungryhussey]

I learned a lot from then. Using a angle grinder and a rust wheel helps and does better.

[@tsk_v1458]

I use a grill & cleaner from sams club in the kitchen i work in. I get there in the morning when the grill is cool and let that soak for a good 30 min then i use a paint scraper and it just takes everything off with ease

[@thehungryhussey]

Hey thanks for the tip my friend. You're probably working on a surface that is just stainless steel and a thick piece of that not a seasoned piece of cold rolled steel. On a Blackstone you want to season it and not seasoning every time.

[@martyw5419]

Did you wash it with soap and water before seasoning it❓️

[@thehungryhussey]

Been so long, I'm not real sure.

[@stebstebanesier6205]

Do you think oven cleaner would have worked on the old seasoned areas?

[@thehungryhussey]

I'm not sure I'd want that on something I put food on to eat.

[@misssmarteepants3465]

The Hungry Hussey I agree!🙌🏻

[@stebstebanesier6205]

I misspoke, I should have said Grill and BBQ cleaner.

[@kylelewis8949]

Flap wheel on a 4" grinder works great

[@thehungryhussey]

You're right. I used a paint and rust wheel on my cheap angle grinder on another one I did and it worked way better.

[@Usernamenotabailable]

Get and stay disciplined Hussy. Gratz on the new boy! My first son is on the way after 3 girls! Stick with it brother!

[@thehungryhussey]

Hey thanks my friend for the great comment! I pray all goes well with your new addition on the way.

[@bicd3244]

Hey Hussey, I love your channel and just want to add a tip if you don't mind. I didn't have the metal grinding wheels but instead used what I had. I used 40 grit on a corded orbital sander and finished it off with 80 and then 120. It took me about 25-30 mins. It was 2.5 years of caked seasoning with some deep rust spots. The 40 grit ate right through everything very quickly. I already watched your re-seasoning vid and am done for the night. Philly Steaks subs this weekend with white american cheese and caramelized onions on grilled J.J. Cassone rolls. Thanks

[@thehungryhussey]

Never mind a tip! Anything to help is always welcome buddy!

[@robertortega32]

Good video Brother I just got mine up and running today

[@thehungryhussey]

Nice brother! You’ll be cooking up some good groceries soon!

[@eb2957]

HH you are the man. I picked up my Blackstone at my lakes dumpster site. Previous owner didn't want to put in the time to clean it and bought a new one. (The box for the new griddle was also at the trash site.) Got everything but the drip tray cup. :) That said, It does have rust spots on the surface. Looking for a way to strip the surface without all the work. Any suggestions?

[@thehungryhussey]

Use an angle grinder with a paint and rust pad on it. Takes it off in 15 min or less.

[@ChezJohn]

Bro u need to invest in some grill bricks, cash & carry has them. U heat up the grill, throw some oil down, and brick it. We use them every day in the restaurant, works like a charm.

[@thehungryhussey]

Funny you say that, someone else just told me about these too. I'm interested in knowing how they can be better than a drill at 1000 rpm with a wire brush? Guess they do work. Well, that's how you learn about things!

[@ChezJohn]

Well, u use them AFTER your cook so it's ready to go for the next one. The grill will be hot, and the bricks are porous so they really get the tough stuff. Less time cleaning.

[@jb_stn]

Those would probably destroy the seasoning no? Aren't they typically used on stainless tops?

[@ChezJohn]

Yeah they'll strip it down to bare metal, but u should reseason anyway. I would check with the manufacturer but, they really are safe.

[@thehungryhussey]

Well then! I'm getting some of those bro!

[@BolognaRingRanch]

Senior Hussers, you need to come do both of mine! Chop Chop, pencil pusher! Lol

[@thehungryhussey]

I'll be right over brother!

[@johnloz1800]

Us men need a break too when a newborn is in the house .. it’s all good bro

[@thehungryhussey]

😂 You got it!

[@dennisd4027]

In the market for a Blackstone or a Camp Chef myself. If you clean and oil it well after EVERY use this won't happen, right? What happens during the winter when its not in use for 3-4 months (I would have it covered), will it get rusty from non-use? Thx!

[@logicneo]

hope to see the after like what you do before cooking on it...

[@thehungryhussey]

The after? Like after I cleaned it?

[@logicneo]

@@thehungryhussey yes the rehab the reset

[@thehungryhussey]

It looks pretty good, not as black as before, but it'll get there.

[@HomeCooking22]

Thank you for this. I need to do my Blackstone as well.

[@thehungryhussey]

Yeah, you just have to roll the sleeves up and get at it. Not fun, but good to have it back ready to cook.

[@tannenbaum3444]

Use grill bricks instead...amazon is good source, made of porous rock. Heat up grill, poor some veg oil on and scrub, then just wipe off.

[@Kenny30417]

Awesome job might I give I a small suggestion though

[@Kenny30417]

For the sharp 45’ edges use a oscillating tool with sand paper attachment to get in corners just a thought you worked so hard cleaning it more patiences that I’d have I’m a land surveyor who draws all day so I know about pencil pushing and how tiering me-docker task can be when physical exertion is and with a new little one my heart goes out to u god bless and have a wounderful day

[@HrWisch]

On top of the wire brush, a 1:1 solution of water and white vinegar helps a lot to get rid of rust. Sand paper should only be used if the rust already goes deeper into the metal.

[@farwoodfarm9296]

Its rolled steel, the sandpaper won't do anything to it.

[@HrWisch]

Maybe you should buy better sandpaper, not the cheap stuff for wood.

[@farwoodfarm9296]

@@HrWisch what I meant was if you go straight to sanding it’s fine. The sandpaper will work and it won’t damage the griddle.

[@drfeelgoods1]

Nice work man. Looks good.

[@pmarieb4083]

The bottom of my griddle is really rusted. Should I take care of this rust or just leave it? How do I clean the bottom???

[@thehungryhussey]

Hi Paula! I just leave mine as is.

[@pmarieb4083]

@@thehungryhussey won’t it eventually rust through or no?

[@honestmicky]

Good day to you HH, hey bro, is the family okay from the big storm? I'm sending you positive thoughts and good vibrations for healing in NC : )

[@uhsul]

Really, a great job at some good old fashion elbow grease, and like you admitted at the start of your video it all could have been avoided if you had just done the usual clean up after cooking. Takes a strong will to admit when you've made a mistake and then take action!

[@thehungryhussey]

Absolutely. Just gotta roll the sleeves up and get to it! Thanks for the kind words my friend!

[@justbored3.14]

so the entire thing was rusted the black areas too or just the red area ?

[@thehungryhussey]

Just the red areas.

[@db336]

It is a grind. :D Run your drill in reverse with the wire wheel and it'll strip much faster.

[@mer2705]

I just got mine and I use it down at my weekend place at the lake. How do I store it at the end of the season so I don't come back to this? Thanks in advance, Max

[@thehungryhussey]

You'll want to make sure you clean and oil the heck out of it. You'll want a hard cover over it to avoid any moisture on it.

[@mer2705]

The Hungry Hussey hard cover on order. Thank you

[@paulaw418]

Take the top off at the end of the season, oil it, & store it in the house on a towel.

[@mer2705]

P Webb a year later, I figured it out.. thanks

[@wedonotforgivewedonotforge3031]

did a good job dude not bad for a pencil pusher

[@thehungryhussey]

Thanks pal! Haha 😂 hey I'll admit I'm soft.

[@oren5230]

Ya done good brother. Go with Lard, heating the griddle to when it turns gray. Repeat. Make some groceries. PS. I'm almost afraid to look under the cover of my Blackstone 28". I'll handle what ever is there. Smart move using corded tools.

[@thehungryhussey]

I've seasoned already with the lard. Hopefully it took well. Have that video dropping soon!

[@USMCdad470]

Do you keep it dry when doing this? I just got a griddle from a friend. Two griddles, on new one old and rusted. Would like to keep both and refresh the rusted one.

[@russnuttall9251]

I have the two wire bits using a battery powered Dewalt. I can get it to come out as silver. Any advice? Thanks

[@thehungryhussey]

Not sure I follow. You mean you cannot get it to come out as silver? I'd say it's okay.

[@ericd1906]

Good idea take a grinder to my grill 😋 I don't like that black protective coating they put on there I want more like a restaurant inside grill I scrub with a block and water

[@bigdrinkr]

Awesome video. Gret job!!!!

[@thehungryhussey]

Thank you kind sir!