After prolonged use, ovens and microwaves can develop lingering food odors or accumulate excess grease. Instead of tirelessly scrubbing, try these tips below to efficiently clean and deodorize.
1. Master the Art of Swift, Simple, and Effective Oven and Microwave Cleaning!
After prolonged use, ovens and microwaves can develop lingering food odors or accumulate excess grease. Instead of tirelessly scrubbing, try these tips below to efficiently clean and deodorize.
1. When newly purchased, place a small cup of water in the microwave and select the boiling water mode for a few minutes. This helps eliminate the plastic and metallic smell of the new oven.
2. After use: Use a small heat-resistant bowl filled with water mixed with about a tablespoon of vinegar placed inside the microwave. Adjust the heat to medium, let it sit for about 5 minutes. Inside the microwave, food residues often adhere, the vinegar-water mixture will evaporate into the oven and loosen dried-on stains.
You can replace vinegar with lemon juice; when heated, the lemon scent creates a pleasant aroma, helping to eliminate long-standing food odors in the oven.
To clean stubborn food stains in the microwave, sprinkle a little salt on the stains when they are freshly stuck on the surface. Wait until the microwave cools down, then use a warm sponge to wipe it clean.
Another method is to use warm vinegar water and a soft cloth to wipe off tough stains inside the microwave. The trick is to clean while the microwave is still warm, allowing you to remove grease more easily without the stains drying out.
Additionally, avoid food buildup in the oven by using covered containers. Similarly, after heating food, leave the microwave door open for a few minutes to allow the heat and trapped air to escape.
Absolutely avoid using chemicals or abrasives to clean the oven. However, before cleaning the oven and microwave, be sure to disconnect the power source entirely to prevent any unfortunate accidents.