🔥 Restoring and Seasoning a Blackstone | Cleaning a Rusted Blackstone

🔥 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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@GrillThisSmokeThat 3 жыл бұрын

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@brianhicks8234 3 ай бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 3 ай бұрын

@@brianhicks8234 I’m glad you found it.

@RA-xd3zi 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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 10 ай бұрын

Grill goof balls seem to dominate the KZfaq space.

@warrenfrazier1455 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found it helpful.

@beckypearman5301 4 ай бұрын

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 4 ай бұрын

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

@70mcnevin 10 ай бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@Mickcotton Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@xordoom8467 5 ай бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 5 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@toohai2 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

That’s great! Nice score!

@travishicks5521 11 ай бұрын

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 10 ай бұрын

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.

@dannybarton940 11 ай бұрын

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

@simpleminded5215 10 ай бұрын

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 10 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@Masterchief68 6 ай бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 6 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@bogger44fl Жыл бұрын

thanks for the get to the point video. always appreciated

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. That’s my style.

@davekolp4552 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Yep.

@andes2101 7 ай бұрын

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 7 ай бұрын

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

@Jeepboy Жыл бұрын

Nice thanks for the help!!!

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@dremaricco8112 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@geraldlewis2632 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

I’ll check those out.

@captainamer71 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@jr356w 3 жыл бұрын

Lubed up

@troyuso3248 Жыл бұрын

Great video,🤙🏽

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Unholymackrl Жыл бұрын

To the point ! thank you!

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@jameswaggoner2646 4 ай бұрын

Great video

@GrillThisSmokeThat 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@user-ln7tb6xk6f 4 ай бұрын

great vid

@GrillThisSmokeThat 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@ricardovarajr 2 жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got this!

@chrismodski6284 4 ай бұрын

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 4 ай бұрын

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

@chrismodski6284 4 ай бұрын

@@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.

@jordanmcclellan9315 2 жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 2 жыл бұрын

That’s a good deal!

@a.m.phaneuf6164 Жыл бұрын

Thnx

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@aesparza9583 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Check my newest video for another option.

@donrahmer Жыл бұрын

Grill Stone Brick,Grill Stone Brick!

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@HoustonR6ryda Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Lucky you!

@sandersjones1577 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing I’ll do real soon.

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

My pleasure.

@rickwileysr.6465 Жыл бұрын

I use a hard grinder with 120

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@eddydirtville Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

High when seasoning.

@ronhow1042 2 жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@rickdunn7585 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@spblackey Жыл бұрын

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

@msonnemann Жыл бұрын

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

@stephaniematthews3536 Жыл бұрын

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

@DrJohn493 11 ай бұрын

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

@adamversteeg36 Жыл бұрын

Have you ever used the blackstone products for seasoning?

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@johnledford8597 Жыл бұрын

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

@SilvaDreams Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@brandonpalmertree8870 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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

@DemBoyz5247 Жыл бұрын

Get the paint removal disk for you grinder

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Those work okay too.

@rgamore Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@dscorsivo Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@DeborahHollingsworth 2 жыл бұрын

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 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@cgrstng Жыл бұрын

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

@colliswilliams8992 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Crisco is just a solidified vegetable oil

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Yep.

@user-sg1nh9os7s Жыл бұрын

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

@asm71574 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Yes.

@michaelray7493 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

That would work too but it stinks up the house.

@stephaniematthews3536 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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.

@4u2nve Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Should work. Just he gentle.

@pabsymaridominguez2079 11 ай бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 11 ай бұрын

You could but I don’t.

@BIGZOE 6 ай бұрын

Angle grinder with a wire wheel

@GrillThisSmokeThat 6 ай бұрын

That works but it’s not always needed.

@theoneandonlycarlton Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@theoneandonlycarlton Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@chriscompean Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@travisdurgeloh9621 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Yes.

@melrow3697 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

For more severe rust it takes a little more usually.

@eddieisfiction442 Жыл бұрын

you only need a quick rinse and scrape on that

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@dimplepwr85 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@SilvaDreams Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@dimplepwr85 Жыл бұрын

@@SilvaDreams You know what, I learned that I was wrong from this video. Natural fats are the worst for creating long lasting polymeres - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aciKic5hsdbNnIE.html

@paisteplayer1040 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@bobjustbob5220 Жыл бұрын

#Be Kind,Dont Grind!

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Grinding with a sanding disc works just fine!

@ernieRUOK Жыл бұрын

Hot water + coarse salt and steel wool

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@gwendolynroberts2013 Жыл бұрын

How did you remove the top to rinse?

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@gwendolynroberts2013 Жыл бұрын

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

@darionmcneely8812 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Well…there is no cast iron in this video.

@SimRacingVeteran Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@hendawg3048 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@spblackey Жыл бұрын

A needle gun would probably work really well.

@DreadedInc 2 жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 2 жыл бұрын

Not that I am aware of.

@SilvaDreams Жыл бұрын

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

@DreadedInc Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@gregperkins3690 11 ай бұрын

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

@usmcbigb368 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

You could but it would take a very long time.

@steveo601 Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

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

@Cerus98 Жыл бұрын

The oven would have been much better to season it with. Those hot spots were just burning the oil rather than polymerizing it.

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

The act of burning the oil is polymerizing it.

@Cerus98 Жыл бұрын

@@GrillThisSmokeThat - Polymerizing and burning off are two separate processes. You aren’t simply burning the oil. You went past polymerization and the oil was completely burned off in the center. Can clearly see this by the almost white color over the hot spots and the excess smoke. It should be a deep, glossy black not a greyish color. Seasoning should be done at around 450F. You were likely well beyond 600F over the burners. Once fully seasoned it can withstand the heat better but you can still destroy the seasoning by getting it too hot. Cast iron still has its limits.

@martykirby7311 Жыл бұрын

@Cerus98 1. Go right ahead and use your oven, your house will stink for days and all of your fire alarms will go off. 2. It's cold rolled steel not cast iron.

@Cerus98 Жыл бұрын

@@martykirby7311 - 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 People have been seasoning in their ovens for decades kiddo. Go back to school little one.

@derekv8534 Жыл бұрын

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.

@DavidLaFerney Жыл бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat Жыл бұрын

Haha. It smells so bad though!

@davidisles4009 Жыл бұрын

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

@ELEVOPR Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@ELEVOPR Жыл бұрын

@@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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

@@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.

@pacolito5955 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

Huh?

@casolver Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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

@treeoflibertydefense8612 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

This is much quicker than a brick.

@treeoflibertydefense8612 Жыл бұрын

@@GrillThisSmokeThat horse shit it is

@phanatics346 7 ай бұрын

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

@GrillThisSmokeThat 7 ай бұрын

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

@markmanning2921 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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 Жыл бұрын

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