When it’s time to clean the oven, it always seems to come too soon because it’s one of the most dreaded household chores for many. However, it still needs to be done, and to make the cleaning process as simple as possible, we have found a method for cleaning the oven overnight without using chemicals.
If you want to try this oven cleaning method using a mixture of baking soda and water that needs to sit overnight, find the procedure below.
You will need the following items to clean the oven:
- Paper towels
- Small container
- White vinegar
- Water
- Baking soda
- Spray bottle
Procedure:
- Remove the oven racks and set them aside. You can clean them later with a scrub sponge in the sink.
- Mix baking soda with water in a small container to create a paste-like mixture. Start by adding baking soda to the container and gradually add a few drops of water until you achieve a thick paste. Depending on the size of the oven, you may need several containers of this mixture to completely coat the interior. If the mixture becomes too runny, simply add more baking soda.
- Spread the paste inside the oven, covering the bottom and the sides. The baking soda paste may turn brown, and that’s normal because it indicates that it’s absorbing grease and dirt. Close the oven door and let it sit overnight or for at least 12 hours.
- In the morning, wipe off the paste with paper towels, removing as much as possible to minimize residue.
- Pour white vinegar into a spray bottle and spray the interior of the oven, focusing on the areas where baking soda residue remains. Then, wipe it again with kitchen towels.
- Put the clean oven racks back inside and turn on the oven to 200 degrees Celsius for about 15 minutes to allow it to dry.
Bonus tip: You can also use this method to clean the oven door, but the mixture doesn’t need to sit overnight. Thirty minutes will be sufficient, then wipe the door, spray it with white vinegar, and wipe it again.
