To clean an oven naturally, common household ingredients like baking soda and vinegar are very effective. Here are the main steps:
- Make a baking soda paste by mixing about 3 parts baking soda with 1 part water until smooth. Spread this paste all over the interior surfaces of the oven, including the bottom, sides, door, and back. Let it sit overnight to break down grease and grime.
- The next day, spray the oven interior with a vinegar and water solution (2 parts vinegar to 1 part water). This will cause a foaming reaction that helps lift dirt.
- Wipe the oven clean with a damp cloth or sponge. Repeat if necessary.
- For oven racks, soak them in hot water and dish detergent for hours or overnight, then scrub off grime.
Additional natural options include using lemon slices baked with water in the oven to create steam that loosens stains, and steam cleaning the oven with a bowl of vinegar and water heated inside it. These methods avoid harsh chemicals, are safer for health and the environment, and effectively clean burnt-on grease and food residues.
