Remove pots, pans or plates from the stove. Turn off all the burners and the oven, and wait for the unit to cool completely.
Moisten a rag with hot water.
Lay the rag over the greasy area for 15 seconds.
Wipe down the stovetop with the damp rag.
Sprinkle a thin layer of sodium borate or baking soda on the moist stovetop.
Wet a nonabrasive sponge or rag, and moisten the powder on the stove to make a paste.
Scrub the greasy area with the sponge, rag or a toothbrush.
Rinse the area, and wipe it down with a clean cloth.