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The Quick and Easy Oven Cleaning Hack You Wish You Knew Sooner

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Let’s face it, cleaning the oven is one of those chores that we all tend to push to the back of our minds. It’s daunting, it’s messy, and it can take forever, right? Well, not anymore. With this fast and easy hack, you’ll have your oven sparkling clean in no time, and you might even find a bit of joy in the process. No harsh chemicals, no endless scrubbing – just a simple, effective method using items you likely already have at home.

What You’ll Need:

  • Baking soda

  • Water

  • White vinegar

  • A spray bottle

  • A rag or sponge

  • A small bowl

Step 1: Empty Your Oven

Start with an empty oven. Remove the racks and anything else you have inside. These can be cleaned separately in much the same way, so set them aside for now.

Step 2: Make Your Cleaning Paste

In your bowl, mix a half-cup of baking soda with a few tablespoons of water. Adjust the mixture until you have a spreadable paste. The consistency you’re aiming for is like pancake batter – not too runny, but not too thick.

Step 3: Coat Your Oven

Using gloves or your fingers, spread the paste all over the interior surfaces of your oven, steering clear of the heating elements. The baking soda paste is great for breaking down grease and grime, so be generous, especially on areas with built-up gunk. Close the oven when you’re done.

Step 4: Let It Sit

Allow the paste to do its magic for at least 12 hours, or overnight. This gives the baking soda time to break down the dirt and grease.

Step 5: Wipe Down

After the wait, take a damp rag or sponge and wipe out as much of the baking soda paste as you can. You’ll see the grime come off with it.

Step 6: Vinegar Spray

Put some white vinegar in your spray bottle and spritz any areas where there are still residues of baking soda paste. The vinegar will react with the baking soda to foam up, making it easy to remove the last bits of dirt.

Step 7: Final Wipe-down

With a clean, damp cloth, give your oven one last wipe-down. Replace the racks and anything else you took out, and voilà – your oven is as good as new!

This method not only saves you time and effort but also keeps your kitchen free of harsh chemicals. So next time your oven needs a clean, give this hack a try. You’ll be amazed at how fast and easy it is to get your oven sparkling clean!