Basic Care and Maintenance

I demonstrate minor adjustments and cleaning on Chambers stoves because I have more of them than anything else. But you can follow this advice for any vintage stove.

How to Adjust Vintage Stove Burners

Just because your stove is old doesn’t mean it can’t work perfectly. Fine tuning your burners makes sure your stove is efficient and safe – and all you need is a wrench and a screw driver.

How to Clean a Chambers Stove - Or Really Any Vintage Stove

While this video has a few things specific to Chambers stoves (like the Thermowell lid), I recommend these products for all vintage stoves.

Remember, never use oven cleaner on aluminum and make sure your stove is cool when you clean.

How To Polish a Vintage Black Enamel Stovetop

Elbow grease, degreaser and a good polishing compound will bring a shine back to your vintage enamel stovetop.