🔥 Restoring and Seasoning a Blackstone | Cleaning a Rusted Blackstone | Grill This Smoke That

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I borrowed a Blackstone from a friend for a camping trip and it was in pretty bad shape. In this video, I show how to strip it back to the bare metal and re-season the griddle. Let me know if you have any questions.
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[@brianhicks8234]

So glad I stopped how I was cleaning my griddle and found your video. It’s excellent thanks!!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

@@brianhicks8234 I’m glad you found it.

[@RA-xd3zi]

Finally a "How To" video on cleaning up a griddle that didn't require 20 minutes of useless jabbering, or someone acting like a goof ball. Thank You!!!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You are welcome. I appreciate the feedback. I think you will like the style of all of my videos then. I try to stick to the point. I also have another channel named TightWadDIY you should check out.

[@IP0Monsturd]

Grill goof balls seem to dominate the KZbin space.

[@warrenfrazier1455]

I was wondering if there was a video that got straight to the point, and this is it. Thank you man my grill is now clean!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I’m glad you found it helpful.

[@beckypearman5301]

Glad I found this. I just picked up a almost perfect condition Blue Rhino portable griddle really cheap, but the griddle is a little rusty and needs seasoning. Now I can get R done!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That’s great that you got it really cheap. Get it cleaned up and start cooking.

[@NoneYaBidness762]

I use an angle grinder with sanding / polishing wheel too. It’s by far the best and easiest way to do this. Well done.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

It makes quick work of it!

[@70mcnevin]

Amazing video. Great detail. Thank you for creating this for all to reference!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Glad it was helpful!

[@simpleminded5215]

Watching your video and just about to comment about the torch. Seconds later you produce a torch 👍. Nice video straight to the point no fluff.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks!

[@xordoom8467]

JUst found this video and its just what I needed, thank you for the advice and tip on the propane torch!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure!

[@dremaricco8112]

thank you for how to does. i was about ready to get rid of mine but after seeing this i am keeping it. i left my cover off and it got rusty. was so mad at myself. now i can do my cookout for tomorrow...thank you from a 69 year old nana.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Yes! You can restore it! If it’s not super bad you may be able to scrape it, add oil, and wipe it off with a paper towel.

[@Masterchief68]

Great video, I’ll be saving this one for future reference!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks!

[@andes2101]

This is super helpful a 10/10 good explanation and demonstration I am so going to fix mine up first thing in the morning

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Glad you found it helpful! Let me know how it goes!

[@frankriess6078]

Wire brush wheel works great

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Yes it does!

[@dannybarton940]

I learned something here. Didn't know about the vinegar trick. Thanks!

[@toohai2]

Thanks for the vid. I bought a new unused 1820 for $150, no rust, just scratches from being moved around. It was never seasoned, nor lit for that matter. Your vid helped with the seasoning. 👍

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That’s great! Nice score!

[@Mickcotton]

Exactly What everyone should do to maintain a Perfect Grill 😊Thank You So Much. ✅

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure!

[@travishicks5521]

Great video thank you! Most videos I’ve seen it looked like they left the griddle on the whole time seasoning which is what I’ve been doing. I like the idea of shutting it down between coats. I’ll start doing that.

[@Estranged180]

Shutting it down between coats makes perfect sense, because cooling the metal allows it to shrink, and compact the seasoning in the microscopic crevasses. I, like you, have done the same thing, but that's about to change. The only question I have is if a sanding flap disc works as well as an 80 grit paper (the disc is also 80 grit), or if it would be too harsh.

[@geraldlewis2632]

For the corners I would use a mouse sander with a fine grit sandpaper for a smooth finish. It’s easier to clean and and reseason.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I’ll check those out.

[@GlamGoreChaosQueen]

Sold. Leaving to home depot to buy an orbit sander this second.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Nice!

[@chrismodski6284]

100% polymerization of the oil can be achieved with *smaller* models, including edges and corners. I ran the whole process and, as the guy said would happen, my edges and corners were brown (not the completely-finished black). So I baked it face-down in a 500 degree oven. Very good choice: It threw off a shocking amount of smoke for about 15 minutes, indicating how far away it really had been from "finished." When the smoke stopped I turned it off and let it cool. When it came out, it was 100% sealed - gorgeous. Mine is 17 inches square.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I’m glad it worked for you. This is the 22 inch model.

[@chrismodski6284]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat Don't know why I didn't think of this before posting - I just measured my oven's interior width. At the narrowest point it is 22 in. wide. That griddle would be a tight fit in my oven and it might have to go in on an angle. And in that case I'd rotate after some minutes so both ends got a shot at being super close to the heat coil. Although, it might even fit in flat. Dunno. Future vid idea for ya lol.

[@davekolp4552]

Great job, I did mine 2 years ago and used flaxseed oil. That lasts the longest. It also smells the worst for a little bit.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Yep.

[@DrJohn493]

I'd say this griddle was brought back from the dead!

[@jordanmcclellan9315]

Looks good. I just got a 36” blackstone off of Facebook for $150. Going to get it sandblasted for $40

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That’s a good deal!

[@HoustonR6ryda]

Neighbors just moved and left one on the patio ..I texted him about he said he left it because of the rust.....score.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Lucky you!

[@bogger44fl]

thanks for the get to the point video. always appreciated

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure. That’s my style.

[@prussianeagle1941]

Would I be able to use a metal wire brush abd just do this by hand? I know it's a lot of work, I'm just wondering if it would damage the griddle top even more when getting the rust off.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That would work.

[@prussianeagle1941]

@GrillThisSmokeThat Thank you for the quick response!

[@jameswaggoner2646]

Great video

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks!

[@eddydirtville]

Thanks for the easy how-to video. My question is, at what temp did you turn the knob to? Thanks...

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

High when seasoning.

[@johnledford8597]

This size griddle top could be lifted off and more evenly seasoned in the kitchen oven.

[@SilvaDreams]

I was thinking the same thing. It's fairly small so why not just put it in the oven so it heats it evenly and polymerizes it all over instead off having spots.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

It could be. This was a demo showing how to do it on any size l.

[@Jeepboy]

Nice thanks for the help!!!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You’re welcome!

[@DeborahHollingsworth]

Just curious , why do you let it cool down between coats of oil? I’ve not let it cool between coats , now I’m wondering if I am doing it wrong 😑

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I let it cool so it’s not popping oil when I add the next coat. It may help harden each layer too but I’m not positive.

[@donrahmer]

Grill Stone Brick,Grill Stone Brick!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I’m really haven’t had good luck with them.

[@ricardovarajr]

Boy I got some work to do! Great video. I was about to order a new griddle top!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You’ve got this!

[@captainamer71]

Thank you i found this very helpful i need to do this soon

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure!

[@dscorsivo]

I put a full can of oven cleaner on the surface and let it sit for an hour or two. Then I touch up with an orbital. Rinse with vinegar. Done in 20 minutes. Ready to season.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That can work. I just prefer not to use harsh chemicals when I can avoid it.

[@stephaniematthews3536]

I’m new to all of this…what is the 60 grit sandpaper you used? Does it need to be a particular brand?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Sand paper is sold in grits which tells you how rough it is. 60 grit is a corse grit so it’s cuts through stuff faster. Doesn’t matter what brand.

[@Unholymackrl]

To the point ! thank you!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure!

[@rgamore]

I would have used a finer grit and make it smooth so it cleans off easier.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You can definitely do a second round with a finer grit too!

[@travisdurgeloh9621]

Did you have your burners on high to cook off each layer??

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Yes.

[@EricScalf-o1d]

A good way to remove rust is to put it in a fire and then season it, works well!!

[@msonnemann]

you can also put it in your oven on a clean cycle and then just wash and reseason

[@stephaniematthews3536]

Even with it being super rusty? Did you do any prep prior to putting it on your oven?

[@troyuso3248]

Great video,🤙🏽

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks!

[@asm71574]

I got some yellowish areas after cleaning with vinegar, is that ok??

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Yes.

[@pabsymaridominguez2079]

Can I use high temperature grill cleaner on a black stone grill?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You could but I don’t.

[@ronhow1042]

Thanks for this video, you may have saved my life!!!! Wife thought it was ruined

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Haha. I’m glad you found the video. Get it cleaned up and seasoned again! Watch my cleaning video so you don’t have this happen again.

[@adamversteeg36]

Have you ever used the blackstone products for seasoning?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I haven’t. I don’t think it’s necessary at all.

[@michaelray7493]

would this fit in an oven? wouldnt this be better for seasoning since it would be a more unfocused heat?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That would work too but it stinks up the house.

[@4u2nve]

Would a flap sander disk work or is it too aggressive??

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Should work. Just he gentle.

[@rickdunn7585]

After I finish cooking I scrape , wipe ,reoil then put a sheet of aluminum foil over the whole cooking surface smooth to the surface I do this every time and for winter storage

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You may want to look into a Grydlmat instead. It would save you money in the long run. www.grydlmat.com/

[@spblackey]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat aaaaaaand that's going on the birthday list. Thanks for the tip.

[@john-w5h8s]

great vid

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thank you!

[@jr356w]

Lubed up

[@aesparza9583]

Thank you I have a griddle that has the same amount of rust

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Check my newest video for another option.

[@BillLeonard-c8s]

Invest in a pair of BBQ or heat gloves. Makes the process a great deal easier.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I actually like using the tongs.

[@brandonpalmertree8870]

I use the stone but the sander seems faster I’m just concerned I’d get debris in my top and into my food. Looks good!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I’m not sure what you mean. After you use the sander you would definitely clean the griddle prior to cooking.

[@theoneandonlycarlton]

Coarse Salt And A Half Of A Potato Works Great, That's How I Do My Cast Iron Without Any Chemicals.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

This was a little beyond a potato but that does work well on small pans.

[@theoneandonlycarlton]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat I GUARENTEE I Could Have That Back To Looking New In 15 Minutes With Nothing But A Box Of Coarse Sea Salt And A Couple Potatoes GUARANTEED.

[@martykirby7311]

​@@theoneandonlycarlton You gotta realize it's not cast iron. Totally different materials, I agree with the salt and potatoes on cast iron but this is a different animal.

[@theoneandonlycarlton]

@@martykirby7311 My Buddies Looked Almost Exactly Like The One In The Video And I Told Him To Try The Coarse Salt And Potato And He Sent Me A Picture 20 Minutes Later And It Worked Like A Charm And Didn't Cost Him A Thing.

[@cgrstng]

When I clean up old cast iron for our black powder shoots, I use crisco instead of oil.

[@colliswilliams8992]

I'd never put crisco in my food for any reason, BUT I still keep it in my cabinet just for seasoning cast. There is no substitute.

[@SilvaDreams]

Crisco is just a solidified vegetable oil

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Yep.

[@chriscompean]

My father in law just gave me one because he doesn’t use it anymore. It’s got a bunch of rust on it. Now I know what to do.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Nice! Get it cleaned up and seasoned! It’s a great tool!

[@DemBoyz5247]

Get the paint removal disk for you grinder

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Those work okay too.

[@hendawg3048]

Overkill…i was waiting for him to whip out a jack hammer…lol

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Sped up the process by 15+ min with the same end result. I’d say work smarter not harder.

[@spblackey]

A needle gun would probably work really well.

[@sandersjones1577]

Thanks for sharing I’ll do real soon.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure.

[@rickwileysr.6465]

I use a hard grinder with 120

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Nice!

[@gregperkins3690]

shouldn't you turn it up slowly as to not warp it when re-seasoning it? I think you need to empasize that.

[@dimplepwr85]

Regular vegetable oil can go rancid. I would highly suggest using tallow or cooking some bacon for the pork fat, like we do with cast irons.

[@obviousgreyman]

Plus vegetable oils are basically poison so there’s that too.

[@SilvaDreams]

All oils will go rancid over time (generally years unless it's like olive oil, it has lots of impurities in it which is why it has so much flavor and considered a finishing oil) but it doesn't make any difference once you heat it to make the oil(s) polymerize into what is essentially a natural heat resistant plastic.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks.

[@dimplepwr85]

@@SilvaDreams You know what, I learned that I was wrong from this video. Natural fats are the worst for creating long lasting polymeres - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZO9h55mgdWcoq8

[@eddieisfiction442]

you only need a quick rinse and scrape on that

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Lol. No. This one was in need of a good strip and reseason. Rust just leads to more issues.

[@melrow3697]

Anyone without those just burn the rust off on highest temp and use oil.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

For more severe rust it takes a little more usually.

[@SimRacingVeteran]

The only thing I’d do when hand sanding is wet sand it.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks.

[@darionmcneely8812]

How to have your grandmother whip your ass for ruining cast iron 101. 😂😂😂

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Well…there is no cast iron in this video.

[@BIGZOE]

Angle grinder with a wire wheel

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

That works but it’s not always needed.

[@GK4NP]

How did you remove the top to rinse?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

The top just lifts off. They aren’t bolted down.

[@GK4NP]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat mine doesn't just lift. Do you have to shift forward then pull up?

[@a.m.phaneuf6164]

Thnx

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

My pleasure!

[@ernieRUOK]

Hot water + coarse salt and steel wool

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Vinegar and steel wool works too. Power tools are just quicker and do a better job.

[@usmcbigb368]

Why wouldn't you do this the same way you do a cast iron skillet? Salt rub rub rub, wipe off, add cooking spray and heat til black.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You could but it would take a very long time.

[@paisteplayer1040]

The drill just doesnt have enough rpm.. The grinder with a same disc as drill would be much faster... Flax seed oil is probably the best for seasoning with.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks.

[@bobjustbob5220]

#Be Kind,Dont Grind!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Grinding with a sanding disc works just fine!

[@DreadedInc]

Wouldn't giving the iron a smoother finish hurt the seasoning process by giving it less to grab on to?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Not that I am aware of.

[@SilvaDreams]

Smooth is a relative term, unless you are going to a few thousand grit it's not going to affect it.

[@DreadedInc]

​@@SilvaDreams Jesus the amount of stuff I've learned since I've first commented this. Yeah you're 100% right. Not all smooth is the same smooth.

[@steveo601]

Don’t think your supposed to turn it off between coats

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You can, or you can risk getting burned. Either way works

[@davidisles4009]

Goto a restaurant supply company, buy a couple grill bricks,and use oil to clean it, voila! A lot quicker and easier.

[@DavidLaFerney]

Put it in a self cleaning oven - it will make it like new. Probably best done when the wife is elsewhere.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Haha. It smells so bad though!

[@derekv8534]

Great video, but honestly that one wasn’t in very bad shape. This method would be best suited for one that’s completely rusted up. When mine gets those little rust spots I just give it a real good scraping and use the blackstone conditioner then a few oilings at temp. Not a pitch for the product at all, just saying it takes like 10 min and not much effort.

[@pacolito5955]

at the end you said it's come back as new again????? L O L .... i don't see any black color on it !!!

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Huh?

[@ELEVOPR]

I dont understand why these outdoor griddles are not made of Stainelss Steel 🤦🏻‍♂️ Peope would rarher pay some more then deal with rust issues. Stainless steel can still rust some, but a lot less likely than cast iron.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

There is a much larger market for the $200-$300 price range than the $500-$600 price range though.

[@ELEVOPR]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat I have not seen any Stainless Steel Griddles anywhere for the Backyard BBQ person. BlackRock and Halo are almost $1,000 each and they are Cast Iron or Carbon Steel?

[@SilvaDreams]

Because stainless steel is more expensive and once coated it doesn't make a lick of difference unless you abuse it and let it rust but even stainless steel will rust if left exposed to moisture for extended times.

[@ELEVOPR]

@@SilvaDreams Well it's what they use in restaurants, you can absolutely make stainless steel slick and season as well. Cast iron is Cheaper not better. Stainless steel is king and that is why restaurants and high end eateries use them. even in outdoor food carts.

[@treeoflibertydefense8612]

Damn bro you wasted your timeeeee lol I work in a seasonal restaurant and we put our equipment in storage over the winter. When we open back up the flat top griddle always accumulates some surface rust. All you need is heat and hot water and a carbon brick to take care of this. What a silly waste of time video sanding a flat top what even xD

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

This is much quicker than a brick.

[@treeoflibertydefense8612]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat horse shit it is

[@YortyJones]

Hi, do you have the Blackstone 22" grill? I would like to work with you to shoot a video or some photos with your Blackstone grill and my accessories, I have two propane adapter hoses for the Blackstone grill that I can send to you for free. You just need to send me a video or some photos of my accessories installed on your Blackstone grill. Would you be willing to do that?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

No thanks. I already have all of the adapters.

[@YortyJones]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat BTY, are you an Amazon influencer?

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

@@YortyJones I am.

[@YortyJones]

@@GrillThisSmokeThat Great, can we collaborate? I'd like you to do a landscape review video. Please let me know if you'd like to proceed. You can send me an email address and we can talk there.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

@@YortyJones [e-mail]

[@phanatics346]

And now your cooking surface is uneven....why would you sand and grind? Its completely unnecessary

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I didn’t grind anything… it’s not uneven at all.

[@markmanning2921]

INSTEAD of destroying the good steel to remove the rust why dont you just use FLITZ to remove the rust flitz is used in the firearms industry to remove rust it is used in the jewelry industry to polish because it is NON abrasive.

[@SilvaDreams]

He could have used a much lighter grit for sure but a little scuffing won't hurt it and will actually give the polymerized oil something to hold onto, a really smooth finish will cause it to easily come loose.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

I’ve honestly never heard of it. I’ll check it out.

[@casolver]

Thanks for making a video on what NOT to do. None of these tools should have been used. You should have started with the Vinegar.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

Thanks for taking the time to offer your opinion. This method is perfectly acceptable.

[@williamreilly5469]

Btw...it's not cast iron but plain ole steel that is not like cast iron at all....ugh~~~~~~~

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

It’s steel but treated similarly to cast iron

[@mrgoats]

What? No. Surface rust isn’t damage. You could have just rinsed it and reseasoned.

[@SilvaDreams]

No surface rust is damage, you have to remove it because otherwise your seasoning will just flake off where the rust was.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

No thanks to reseasoning with rust still on it.

[@crazypunk2394]

Is heat on high when seasoning or low

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

High for seasoning.

[@mattusapparatus5968]

A wire wheel works the best

[@Utubegofukurself]

WOW, harsh! All you needed was some vinegar.

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

You sure about that?

[@savagenovelties]

Wait. Explain the vinegar method to me

[@petergriffen5736]

"Restoring" 😂😂😂😂

[@GrillThisSmokeThat]

What would you call it?