3. Sliding Pots and Pans Across the Surface
Even if they’re clean and smooth…
Sliding cookware = dragging grit and debris.
Over time, this causes micro-scratches that dull the surface and weaken the glass.
✅ Pro Tip: Always lift and place — don’t drag.
4. Using Pans with Rough or Uneven Bottoms
Some pans — especially older or warped ones — have bumps or burrs that scratch or chip the glass.
✅ Solution: Use smooth-bottomed cookware — and inspect your pots before placing them on the glass.
5. Placing Hot Pans on the Glass When the Stove Is Off
You wouldn’t put a hot pan on a cold window — so why on your glass stovetop?
The sudden temperature change can cause the glass to warp or crack .
✅ Better idea: Use a trivet or heat pad to place hot items — even when the stove is off.
6. Letting Food Burn Onto the Surface
Letting sauces or sugars burn on the glass makes cleaning harder — and can cause you to scrub too hard later.
That pressure?
That metal spatula?
That scraper?
They can all damage the surface if you're trying to remove stubborn gunk.
✅ Pro Tip: Clean spills immediately while still warm — it takes less effort and prevents buildup.
7. Using the Wrong Kind of Cookware
Not all pots are safe for glass.
Avoid:
Cast iron (too heavy and scratchy)
Copper-bottomed pans (can leave metal marks)
Warped or dented pans (they don’t heat evenly and scratch)
✅ Better idea: Use stainless steel or ceramic-coated pans — lighter and smoother.
8. Cooking on High Heat for Long Periods
Glass stovetops use electric heating elements beneath the surface — and prolonged high heat can warp the glass or cause it to crack over time.
✅ Smart move: Use medium heat for most cooking — and turn off the burner a few minutes early to let residual heat finish the job.
9. Not Cleaning Under Pans or Burner Zones
Food and oil buildup can trap heat and create uneven pressure on the glass — which can lead to long-term damage .
✅ Pro Tip: Wipe the surface before and after each use — and check around the burner zones for stuck-on food.
🧼 Bonus: How to Clean Your Glass Stovetop the Right Way
Cerama Bryte or similar glass cleaner
Safe and effective
Magic Eraser (gently)
For tough stains — use light pressure
Paper towels + vinegar + baking soda
Natural cleaning power
Stovetop scraper (with plastic blade)
Removes stuck-on bits without scratching
Regular wipe-downs
Prevent buildup and scratches
Also, never use a metal scraper or hard-bristled brush — it’s a one-way ticket to glass damage.
🔥 Final Thoughts: Sometimes the Most Beautiful Appliances Are the Most Delicate
We love glass stovetops for their sleek look and easy wipe-clean surface .
But they’re not indestructible.
They’re sensitive to:
Weight
Heat
Scratches
Sudden temperature changes
And that means we need to treat them with care — especially if we want them to last.
So next time you reach for that cast iron pan or drag a pot across the glass…
Pause.
Think.
Lift.
Protect.
Because sometimes, the best way to enjoy your beautiful stovetop…
Isn’t by ignoring it.
It’s by respecting it .
And once you start treating it right?
You’ll never look at your stove the same way again.