This Natural Oven Cleaning Hack Will Change Your Life
Does your oven look like it survived a small fire? Stubborn stains, funky smells, and the creeping thought that maybe salads are your new lifestyle? Before you give up on your dream of a sparkling kitchen - there’s an old, simple, and surprisingly powerful trick that might just save your oven (and your sanity).
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If your oven door has transitioned from “clear glass” to “coffee with soot,” and it smells like a leftover schnitzel from 2022 mingling with week-old fries - you’re not alone.
Even the most diligent cleaners face this battle. And for those who only remember oven cleaning during Passover, don’t worry - it’s fixable.
Enter grandma. No masks, no gloves, no harsh chemicals. Just one magical line: “Kids! Forget the chemicals. Bring me the baking soda!”
That’s right. She was cleaning ovens before self-cleaning was even a thing.
So, what’s the secret?
It’s natural, cheap, safe and it actually works: Baking soda + water + a bit of patience = sparkling oven
Want to level up? Add a splash of vinegar for extra power. Optional, but effective.
Step-by-step:
1. Make a paste: Mix 4–5 tablespoons of baking soda with 2–3 tablespoons of water. You want a spreadable paste—not too runny, not too dry.
2. Apply: Spread the paste on the dirty parts of your oven, floor, walls, door, even the racks if you're feeling ambitious.
3. Cover with plastic wrap (optional): This keeps the paste moist and allows it to penetrate deeper. When you wipe it off, the grime will come off easily, no scrubbing war needed.
4. Wait it out: Best results? Leave it overnight. Let the mixture do the heavy lifting while you sleep.
5. Morning magic: If you’re into satisfying science, spritz a bit of vinegar over the paste. Then wipe gently with a cloth or sponge.
And that’s it. The soot melts away. The odor vanishes. And no scary-sounding chemicals involved.
Why does it work?
Baking soda breaks down grease and grime, absorbs odors, and scrubs without scratching. Vinegar boosts the effect with a fizzy chemical reaction that loosens the gunk.
Together, they’re a natural, non-toxic dream team and totally safe even if you're cooking in the oven afterward.
So next time your oven looks like a war zone, don’t reach for the industrial-strength sprays. Just channel grandma. Simple. Natural. No poisons. And your oven will shine like it’s brand new.