Summertime is grilling time. Any grill master or charcoal enthusiast worth their seasoning salt knows that outdoor grills must be maintained and thoroughly cleaned between uses. However, your trusty grill brush might hide a secret danger.
Metal bristles on your grill brush may break off while you scrub the grates. These teeny-tiny metal shards can stick to the grill and wind up in your food. They might be small, but they can cause big problems. A woman accidentally swallowed a metal bristle that had become trapped in her hamburger and felt a sharp pinch. She wound up in the ER, where both doctors and x-rays initially missed the minuscule metal shard. Fortunately, after a closer look, a doctor spotted the bristle embedded in the back of her tongue and removed it.
If bristle brushes are too dangerous to use, how do you clean your grill?
Gorilla Grip Heavy Duty Triple Helix Grill Brush with Scraper
Frightening as loose metal bristles in your grilled pork chops may be, the solution is refreshingly straightforward: use a bristle-free brush. Gorilla Grip created a heavy-duty grill brush that swapped breakable metal bristles for strong, looping wire. Three layers of stainless steel wire coil together in a unique helix shape that scours the tops and sides of grill grates for a deeper clean.
You can put some serious elbow grease into scrubbing your grill with this brush. Gorilla Grip is known for building hardy tools that last a lifetime. That reputation shines through in the thick ergonomic handle, rust-resistant metal, and warp-resistant wire.
In addition to the three rows of triple-helix coils, the brush has a sturdy metal scraper to loosen cooked-on food bits and stubborn grease. Believe it or not, the brush is a triple threat because it also features a built-in bottle opener. Enjoy a beer or classic soda while flipping burgers—you deserve it.
For the best cleaning results, Gorilla Grip recommends preheating the grill, dipping the brush head in water, and scrubbing in brisk, back-and-forth motions.
Toss out your old bristle brush and grab this safer 3-in-1 grill brush instead. Enjoy cooking hot dogs and roasting veggies with peace of mind.
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At the time of publishing, the price was $17.
