The oven is an essential part of every kitchen, helping us prepare everything from juicy roasts to delicious desserts. Because it’s used so often, the glass door can quickly become covered in grease and food residue.
If your oven has double-pane glass, cleaning it can be even more challenging. However, there are simple and effective cleaning methods that save time, money, and effort.
What You’ll Need:
- 400ml water
- 100ml rubbing alcohol or white vinegar
- Spray bottle
- Metal coat hanger
- 2 kitchen towels
- Rubber bands
Instructions:
1. Make your homemade cleaner:
Mix 400 ml of water with 100 ml of rubbing alcohol or white vinegar in a spray bottle. This solution is an effective and safe cleaner for oven glass.
2. Clean the inside of the oven:
Spray the cleaner onto the inside of the oven glass and wipe it down with one of the kitchen towels to remove grease and food residue.
3. Prepare the coat hanger:
Unbend the metal coat hanger and reshape it into a long, flexible tool that can slide between the glass panels of your oven door.
4. Prepare the cleaning towel:
Spray one of the kitchen towels with the cleaning solution and wrap it around the end of the bent coat hanger.
5. Secure the towel:
Use rubber bands to firmly attach the towel to the hanger. Make sure it’s tightly secured so it doesn’t slip during cleaning.
6. Clean between the glass panes:
Insert the hanger with the damp towel between the glass panels and gently scrub to remove any built-up grime. The hanger allows you to reach those hard-to-access areas.
7. Remove residue:
Repeat the process using a clean, dry towel to wipe away any remaining cleaning solution and leave the oven glass clear and shiny.
Alternative Method with Lemon and Baking Soda
If you prefer natural cleaning methods, try this lemon and baking soda combo:
What You’ll Need:
- 1 lemon
- Baking soda
- Dish towel
Instructions:
1. Prepare the lemon:
Cut the lemon in half.
2. Add baking soda:
Generously sprinkle baking soda onto the cut surface of the lemon.
3. Scrub the glass:
Use the lemon half to scrub the oven glass in circular motions with gentle pressure to clean the entire surface.
4. Wipe away residue:
Use a damp towel to wipe off all the baking soda and loosened grime.
5. Dry the surface:
Finish by drying the glass with a clean towel to prevent water spots and leave it sparkling.
Additional Tips:
How often should you clean it?
Regular cleaning helps prevent buildup and makes future cleanings quicker and easier.
Safety first:
Make sure the oven is completely cool before starting to avoid burns or injuries.
Vinegar alternatives:
If you don’t have rubbing alcohol, plain white vinegar works just as well for cleaning and disinfecting.
With these easy and effective techniques, you can keep your oven glass clean and crystal-clear, improving both the appearance and performance of this essential kitchen appliance.
Give these methods a try—and enjoy a sparkling oven with minimal effort!
