Here’s a safe, effortless way to clean your oven so that even burnt-on grease practically disappears—without harsh chemicals or endless scrubbing.
🧽 Effortless Oven Cleaning Trick
What You Need
- Baking soda – ½ cup
- Water – 3–4 tbsp
- White vinegar – ½ cup (in a spray bottle)
- Optional: dish soap for stubborn spots
- Soft cloth or sponge
- Rubber gloves (to protect hands)
Steps
1️⃣ Make a Baking Soda Paste
- Mix baking soda + water until it forms a thick paste.
- It should be spreadable, not too runny.
2️⃣ Apply to Oven Interior
- Spread the paste over burnt-on grease and grime.
- Avoid heating elements.
- Focus on the bottom, sides, and back.
3️⃣ Let It Sit
- Let it sit overnight (or at least 8–12 hours).
- Baking soda loosens grease and baked-on residue naturally.
4️⃣ Spray Vinegar
- Spray white vinegar over the baking soda paste.
- It will fizz, helping lift stubborn spots.
- Let it sit 5–10 minutes.
5️⃣ Wipe Clean
- Use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe away residue.
- Repeat lightly for very stubborn grease.
6️⃣ Optional Final Touch
- For extra shine, wipe with hot water and a few drops of dish soap.
- Dry with a soft cloth.
🌟 Why This Works
- Baking soda breaks down grease and burnt food.
- Vinegar reacts with baking soda to lift stubborn grime.
- No toxic fumes, harsh scrubbing, or expensive cleaners needed.
🔹 Extra Tips
- Use a spray bottle of vinegar daily for light maintenance.
- Line the bottom of the oven with aluminum foil (but not under heating elements) to make future cleaning easier.
- For glass doors, use the same paste but gently scrub with a non-abrasive sponge.
If you want, I can give a “5-minute oven cleaning hack” version using just steam and vinegar that works for light grease without waiting overnight.
Do you want me to do that?
