A big part of spring cleaning involves going through all the nooks and crannies in the house that we otherwise neglect or forget. Cleaning the oven is definitely not at the top of our list, but let's be honest - cooking in a dirty oven isn't particularly appetizing. No matter how hard you try, it's simply impossible to keep your oven sparkling clean all the time. Sure, we do our best to remove minor spills, but it's still important to clean the oven regularly. And no, you don't have to spend a lot of money on overpriced cleaners full of chemicals. To make your life easier, we've done our research and put together the best hacks you can use to clean your oven! So let’s get going – roll up your sleeves and let’s get started!
Get the toilet seat white again, cleaning the oven, etc. – spring cleaning is just around the corner. When was the last time you had yours?Oven really cleanmade? If you don't remember it at all, then you should read on. Since the stains burn in after each use and are therefore difficult or difficult to remove, we recommend that you clean the oven thoroughly at least once a month. However, most oven cleaners from the store are very aggressive and usually cost around 20 euros, which is exactly why we have some of the best hacks for cleaning the oven for you below. We have all tried the following methods and can honestly say that they really work.
Soak oven knobs
When cleaning the oven, you also need to think about the small details such as the oven knobs. If you've ever tried to clean them with a damp rag, then you know that the result is not particularly satisfactory. So save yourself the trouble because we have the perfect solution for you! Remove buttons completely and soak them in a mixture of dish soap and lukewarm water for 1 hour. Then rinse well, let it air dry and voilà – the stubborn grease stains are gone.
Soak oven rack in water
Cleaning the oven racks often feels like a Herculean task. Because of their size, we can't clean them in the sink and they don't fit in the washing machine either. To clean the oven, soak the oven racks in the bathtub! Here's a little tip - so that the frames don't scratch the tub, first line the tub with towels. Next, fill the tub with lukewarm water and add dishwasher tablet or detergent. Depending on how dirty the stain is, soak the oven racks for at least 4 hours or overnight. Then clean it lightly with an old toothbrush and rinse with lukewarm water.
Clean the oven and remove crumbs with the vacuum cleaner
No matter which method you use to clean your oven, you should always remove any crumbs, dirt and dust first. Instead of straining and doing this by hand, use your vacuum cleaner with the hose attachment to do this. A small handheld vacuum cleaner is also extremely practical and does the job perfectly. If you still can't reach all those hard-to-reach areas and small corners, then use an old toothbrush. First, immerse them in any cleaning solution and you will be amazed at the results.
Clean oven door with eraser
No expensive cleaning products or cleaning solutions - an eraser is all you need to clean the oven door and remove any grease stains. Erasers have now proven to be real all-rounders in the household and you can get pretty much everything really clean in no time.
Clean the oven with the drill
Yes, you read it correctly! The oven can also be cleaned with a drill, and it's really spotless! Use the cleaning attachment on the drill and you're ready to go! First spray the oven with a mixture of lukewarm water and dishwashing liquid and then clean it nicely with the drill.
Remove stains from the baking tray with salt
Has it ever happened to you that the cake leaks while baking? As already mentioned, these stains burn in after each use and we find it quite difficult to get rid of them afterwards. The solution? That easycooled baking sheetSprinkle generously with salt and then put in the oven at 50 degrees for about 10-15 minutes. The dirt can then be easily removed with a damp cloth.
Remove stubborn stains with a razor
Have you tried everything and just can't get rid of the stubborn stains on the baking tray? Then we have the perfect hack for you to clean the oven - a razor blade! What sounds strange at first glance can actually work wonders. Simply spray the burnt-on food residue with lukewarm water and then scrub with the razor blade. And by the way, this method doesn't just work on the oven - you can also use it to wonderfully remove stains from stovetops.
