Follow these steps to achieve spotless, professional-level oven cleaning results:
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Supplies
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Supplies
- What You Need: Oven cleaner, baking soda, vinegar, gloves, sponges, scrapers, microfiber cloths.
- Turn off the oven and ensure it is cool.
- Remove oven racks and soak them in hot water mixed with dish soap.
Step 2: Apply a Cleaning Solution
Step 2: Apply a Cleaning Solution
- Use a commercial oven cleaner or a baking soda paste (mix 1 cup baking soda with water).
- Spread the solution inside the oven, avoiding the heating elements.
Step 3: Let It Sit
- Allow the cleaning solution to work for 12 hours (or overnight for tough stains).
- For quicker cleaning, let it sit for 30 minutes with commercial cleaners.
Step 4: Scrub and Wipe Clean
Step 4: Scrub and Wipe Clean
- Use a scraper or non-abrasive sponge to remove loosened grime.
- Wipe the oven walls with a damp microfiber cloth to remove all residue.
Step 5: Clean Oven Racks
Step 5: Clean Oven Racks
- Scrub the soaked oven racks with a scouring pad.
- Rinse thoroughly and dry before placing them back into the oven.
Step 6: Final Rinse and Dry
Step 6: Final Rinse and Dry
- Wipe the oven interior with a clean, damp cloth to remove any remaining cleaner.
- Dry with a microfiber cloth and reassemble the oven.
Your oven will now look as clean and fresh as professionally cleaned ovens! Let me know if you need further tweaks or high-quality images for these steps.