At Stones Boatyard in Salcombe, we help Big Green Egg owners keep their EGGs clean, protected and ready for regular cooking through the South Devon seasons.
If you treat your Big Green Egg right, it’ll reward you with mouthwatering food and faithful service for decades. The good news? Your EGG is gloriously low maintenance. That’s one of the many joys of cooking on one: less scrubbing, more feasting.
Still, we know your EGG is basically part of the family. So here are our top Big Green Egg cleaning and maintenance tips for keeping it looking pristine and performing perfectly.
Before each cook
Pop open the dome and give those coals a little stir with your trusty Ash Tool. Then scrape out the ash through the draft door into the Ash Pan.
Clean airways = consistent temperature = perfectly cooked food. Simple as that.
After each cook
Got sticky bits on your cast iron or stainless grids? While the EGG is still warm, give them a quick once-over with the Palmyra Brush Scrubber or the Dual Head Palmyra Brush.
It’s surprisingly satisfying to see that grime melt away - no marigolds required.
How to deep clean your Big Green Egg
Every so often, or after a particularly epic cookout, it’s time to bring out the big guns: the carbon clean.
Crank your EGG up to around 300°C (yes, degrees Celsius) and let it burn for about 20 minutes. This fiery spa session will burn off any built-up grease or debris inside the EGG - no scrubbing needed.
Cleaning the ceramic
Be gentle with your ceramic beauty. Never use abrasive sponges or harsh chemicals – they’ll do more harm than good.
Instead, grab a soft cloth and a bit of soapy water, give your EGG a wipe-down, and watch that gorgeous green shine return.
Big Green Egg hinge care
Your EGG’s steel hinge works hard - give it a little TLC! A quick spritz of WD-40 every now and then will keep it smooth and squeak-free.
Weather protection and Big Green Egg covers
The easiest way to care for your Big Green Egg? Pop a cover on it.
There’s a cover for every setup, and they’re quick to slip on and off – no faff, no drama, and your EGG stays safe from the Great British weather.
For year-round protection, explore our Big Green Egg covers to find the right cover for your setup.
Big Green Egg cleaning checklist
Here’s your Big Green Egg cleaning checklist:
- Before every cook: Stir the coals and clean out the ash.
- After every cook: Give the grids a quick scrub while warm.
- Every few months: Do a deep “carbon” clean.
- When needed: Clean the ceramic with soapy water.
- As required: Replace the gasket and lube the hinge.
- Always: Pop that cover on when not in use!
Keep this routine and your EGG will keep looking – and cooking – like new.
Our top Big Green Egg cleaning essentials
- Ash Tool - Essential for stirring lumpwood and scraping out ash.
- Ash Pan - Perfectly designed for mess-free clean-up.
- Palmyra Brush Scrubber - Cleaning satisfaction guaranteed.
- Dual Head Palmyra Brush - Natural bristles, mighty cleaning power.
- Nylon Bristle Grid Scrubber - Tackles residue without damaging your Egg.
You can also browse our full range of Big Green Egg accessories, including cleaning tools, covers, ash tools, cooking surfaces and maintenance essentials.
Final Thoughts
Your Big Green Egg is built to last a lifetime - and with a little care, it absolutely will. Follow these simple steps, stock up on the right cleaning tools, and your EGG will keep serving up sizzling perfection for years to come.
Ready to refresh your setup? Browse our Shop our Big Green Egg cleaning essentials, including ash tools, pans, brushes, scrubbers and covers.
If your gasket, thermometer or ceramic parts need attention, our Big Green Egg replacement parts guide explains what to replace and when.