This Homemade Oven Cleaner Will Have Your Stove Sparkling

August 25, 2025 by admin

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### 🔥 How to Use the Homemade Oven Cleaner

#### **Step 1: Make the Paste**

In a small bowl, mix the **baking soda and water** until it forms a thick paste. You want it spreadable, like cake frosting—not too runny, not too dry.

#### **Step 2: Apply the Paste**

* Remove the oven racks (clean those separately).
* Using a sponge or your hands (gloved), **spread the paste** all over the inside of the oven—door, walls, bottom, and back.
* Avoid the heating elements.
* Let it sit for at least **8 hours or overnight**. The baking soda will break down grease and loosen up the grime.

#### **Step 3: Spray With Vinegar**

After the paste has dried and worked its magic, fill a spray bottle with **white vinegar** and spritz it over the baking soda. It’ll **fizz**—that’s the reaction helping lift away stubborn dirt!

#### **Step 4: Wipe Clean**

Use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe away the paste and loosened grime. You may need to rinse and wipe a few times, but you’ll be amazed at how clean your oven looks underneath.

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## 🧼 Bonus: What About the Oven Racks?

Place them in your bathtub lined with an old towel. Cover them with hot water and a few tablespoons of dish soap or baking soda. Let them soak for a few hours, then scrub with a brush and rinse clean.

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### 🧡 Final Tips

* Do this every couple of months to avoid heavy buildup.
* Use this same method on stovetop messes and microwave splatters!
* For a fresh scent, add a few drops of **lemon essential oil** to your vinegar spray.

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## ✅ The Bottom Line

With just a few pantry staples and a bit of time, you can restore your oven to its shiny, fresh-smelling self — **no chemicals, no headaches, and no elbow grease** required. Once you try this homemade oven cleaner, you might actually *look forward* to oven cleaning day (or at least not dread it!).

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Want more natural cleaning recipes for your kitchen? Just ask — I’ve got plenty!