With the Georgia heat already baking the backyard, that refurbished grill needs more than just a fresh coat of black paint\u2014it needs a food-safe finish that can withstand the summer cookout surge.

Learn how to clean a Blackstone griddle after every use so it maintains a pristine finish.

Here’s how to build that smooth cooking surface the right way. FlatTopGriddle-Guide Flat top griddles require proper seasoning to create a non-stick, rust-resistant surface. The process involves ...