Choosing the best grill brush for porcelain enamel coated grills

A typical problem when buying a barbecue grill brush is whether or not it will damage your cooking grill. The last thing you want is to scratch the grates on your expensive Weber barbecue. Fortunately, with just a little study, it’s really easy to make sure you buy the best grill brush for your barbecue.

The delicacy of the screen and the susceptibility to damage and scratching is based on the material from which the screen is made. The strongest material that is frequently used is stainless steel. These grates are really strong and resistant to rust and corrosion. Porcelain coated grill grates, on the other hand, are much more delicate. The porcelain layer is relatively brittle and can chip and crack. This not only minimizes the non-stick ability of the grate, but also exposes the metal underneath the enamel to moisture. Cast iron grates are very strong, however they must be kept oiled to prevent rust.

Many grill brushes are completely safe to use with most grills, however there is one noteworthy exception. NEVER use a scraper on porcelain coated grill grates! That will definitely lead to breaking the porcelain enamel. Other than that, most brushes work well with most grates.

The 2 most typical materials used to make barbecue brush bristles are brass and stainless steel. Brass is smoother so less likely to scratch grates; however, this softness also means that the bristles flatten much more quickly. As a result, the brass grill brushes need to be replaced regularly. The stainless steel grill brushes are much more durable thanks to their stiffer bristles. However, this added stiffness means that they can sometimes scratch the grille. This is why people often recommend brass brushes for porcelain enamel coated grills.

So what kind of brush should you buy to clean your porcelain enamel coated grill grate?

My recommendation is to go for a stainless steel grill brush with bristles that are thin enough not to cause damage. The common belief that only brass bristle brushes can be used for glazed porcelain coated grates is not true. Many stainless steel grill brushes are completely safe to use. Because they will certainly last longer compared to brass brushes, my recommendation is to choose one of these. That way, you get a brush that will not only safely clean your barbecue, but will also last a long time. To spice up your BBQ brush, only use it when the rack is hot. This will make it easier to clean, allowing you to use a lot less pressure, which ultimately means that your bristles will stay in great condition for longer.