Pyrex glass is made from borosilicate glass (to which boron oxide has been added), which gives it increased resistance to heat and thermal shock compared to ordinary glass. Besides uses in the laboratory or medicine, it is often used for cooking and food preparation because it does not crack or break in the oven and microwave. However, the resistance of this material, widely used in cooking, to high temperatures does not prevent it from requiring a good cleaning after its use for a messy recipe (gratin, lasagna, etc.). Burnt, sauce or grease stains can indeed give you a hard time when doing the dishes. Find out how to clean a Pyrex dish effortlessly and without scrubbing.
Can you put a Pyrex dish in the dishwasher?
Yes, this type of glass is generally suitable for dishwasher. However, it is important to check the manufacturer’s specific instructions for each Pyrex item, as some pieces may require different treatment. Additionally, place your dishes in the upper rack of the dishwasher to avoid direct contact with hard objects or cutlery that could scratch or damage the glass surface.
If you do not have a dishwasher or the dish in question is not compatible with this household appliance, the tips below will allow you to clean easily, quickly and very efficiently.
Some tips for successful hand washing
First of all, as with any difficult cleaning, know that it is best to let the dish soak in hot water. This in fact helps to dissolve grease and soften stubborn stains to have less need to scrub. This way, there is no risk of scratching the glass and you save effort.
In addition to soaking, feel free to use suitable tools and detergents. Avoid using a rough scouring pad, as this may also damage the glass surface. Instead, use a dish brush and/or the abrasive side of the sponge. Moreover, favor gentler and more ecological cleaning productsboth to preserve the shine of the dish and for the planet. Indeed, if the oven cleaning product will work very well for a very dirty dish, other household products that are less dangerous, less expensive, more respectful of the glass and just as effective will be able to clean the dish satisfactorily.
Make way for eco-friendly tips for cleaning a Pyrex dish!
1) Dishwashing detergent for a moderately dirty dish
Most of the time, it is possible to use dishwashing liquid or black soap to carry out this scrubbing. Their very degreasing effect makes it possible to remove greasy residues and soaking, just like rubbing with a sponge or brush, makes it possible to eliminate carbonized deposits. For a dirtier dish, however, this might not be enough…
2) Fine salt, the tip accessible to everyone
No need for complicated cleaning products! If you don’t have anything else on hand, the degreasing and slightly abrasive power of fine salt will work wonders. And what’s more, everyone has some at home! To do this, pour salt into the bottom of the dish with a little hot water and leave to act for 1 or 2 hours. Then clean and rinse the dish as usual.
3) Baking soda to eliminate fat
Like salt, dietary bicarbonate has a very useful degreasing and slightly abrasive power here. When the sides of the dish are very greasy, dilute this white powder in hot water and let the Pyrex soak in this liquid for a while. Then, all you have to do is clean with a sponge and soap! Magic…
4) The combination of bicarbonate and white vinegar for a very dirty Pyrex dish
To restore shine to the dish and remove difficult dirtthis mixture works wonders! To do this, sprinkle your baking soda on the sides of the dish, then spray white vinegar on top. Then let the chemical reaction take place. After leaving it on, you can scrape off what remains of the dirt with the sponge and soap.
5) The bicarbonate and lemon mixture: unstoppable
If you don’t have white vinegar or the smell bothers you, replace it with fresh lemon juice. It’s just as effective at removing stains and dirt while helping to make dishes shine. Plus, it leaves a nice citrus smell throughout the kitchen. Why deprive yourself of it?
6) The clay stone: the miracle product to save a Pyrex dish
Clay stone is a natural product very degreasing (among other incredible properties). It is therefore quite natural that we can turn to him to tackle this difficult task! To help him meet the challenge, take a small amount on a sponge and rub well. Finally, rinse well.
7) Citric acid, always there for difficult household chores
Do you already find bicarbonate wonderful and powerful? Well! Now let yourself be tempted by citric acid, its even more powerful cousin! Natural and very effectivethis cleaning product appreciated by our grandmothers will give you remarkable shine and property. To do this, simply pour two tablespoons of citric acid into the bottom of your dish, then cover with boiling water. Then simply leave it on for it to cool before scrubbing and rinsing. Warning: this product must be handled with gloves.
8) Soda crystals: relentless!
Already popular for oven cleaning, soda crystals are another great option for easy, effortless cleaning. Put on gloves, then dilute two generous tablespoons of crystals per liter of very hot water. Leave to soak for a while, then scrub and rinse everything thoroughly.