How to deep clean the oven

Cleaning the oven is one of those things that isn’t usually at the top of our to-do lists. It seems time-consuming and complicated. So most of us probably have an oven full of charred food debris and grease. Not only are burnt grease and food bits unsightly, buildup can actually impact the way your food tastes and cooks. For this reason, it is recommended to deep clean your oven at least 2 or 3 times a year.

Let’s take a look at some of Haier’s tips and tricks for effectively deep cleaning your oven, and getting it looking and cooking as good as new. You can deep clean your oven using a variety of products such as baking soda, vinegar, dish detergent or specialized oven cleaners.

Cleaning the Oven with Oven Cleaners

If all this scrubbing and waiting doesn’t seem appealing, and you’d like to clean your oven in a faster, more professional way, oven degreasers are the way to go. Oven degreasers like the Care+Protect Universal Oven Cleaning Spray are considered to be more effective than the baking soda method for a few reasons:

• Stronger cleaning agents: The powerful cleaning agents used in oven degreasers are specially designed to lift tough grease, baked-on food, and carbon deposits quickly and without much scrubbing.
• Convenience: Oven degreasers are available in spray form, making even application across the oven’s surfaces easy and effortless.
• Time-saving: The specialized formulas of oven cleaners work much faster than baking soda. The Care+Protect Universal Oven Cleaning Spray only needs to be left for 5 minutes before grease and charred disasters can be lifted easily without scrubbing.

Cleaning your oven with an oven cleaner is quick and easy, so let’s take a look at the step-by-step process:

Things You Will Need:

• Rubber gloves
• A clean cloth
• An oven degreaser like: Care+Protect Universal Oven Cleaning Spray

Step 1:

Remove Oven Racks, and Gently Wipe Away Loose Crumbs and Food Bits

Step 2:

Spray a Generous Amount of the Oven Cleaner Over the Walls and Surfaces of the Oven, Including the Oven Door, and Let It Sit for 5 Minutes

Step 3:

Use a Damp Cloth or Sponge to Gently Scrub Away the Oven Cleaner Foam and All the Grease and Charred Spills That Come With It

The entire inside of the oven can be cleaned with the Universal Oven Cleaning Spray, including the door and any internal wire racks.

Step 4:

Use Another Clean Cloth to Wipe Clean Any Remaining Cleaner and Dirt

Step 5:

The Care+Protect Universal Oven Cleaning Spray Can Even Be Used to Clean Baking Trays and the Metal Racks of the Oven

No more soaking! Simply spray the cleaner on the trays and racks, let sit for 5 minutes and wipe away all the mess.

And like that! In a few easy steps and about 20-30 minutes, your oven is looking good as new.

Can I Use Baking Soda and Vinegar to Clean the Oven?

We’ve probably all seen videos of “life hacks” where people magically clean everything with baking soda and vinegar. And although it isn’t harmful and can be somewhat effective, professional oven cleaners like the Care+Protect Universal Oven Cleaning Spray are still the easiest and most effective solution. But, if you’re determined to prove this life hack true or false, here are some tips for cleaning an oven with baking soda and vinegar:

Things You Will Need:

• Baking soda
• Distilled white vinegar
• Dish soap (optional)
• A spray bottle
• Rubber gloves
• Scrub sponges
• Clean cloths

Step 1: Prepare the Oven for Cleaning

Remove all racks and cooking utensils from the oven as well as any food bits or crumbs left behind.

Step 2: Create a Baking Soda Paste

Place some baking soda in a bowl or container and add a small amount of water to create a thick, spreadable paste. Using a cloth or even your hand (with a rubber glove), spread the paste along the surfaces of the oven including the walls. Avoid heating elements. Leave the paste to act for at least 12 hours or overnight. The longer you leave the baking soda paste to react, the easier the grime and grease will be to remove.

Step 3: Wipe Away the Baking Soda Paste

After leaving the baking soda paste to sit overnight, wipe away any excess dry baking soda paste with a damp cloth. You can also use a plastic or silicone spatula to help you scrape any stubborn spots.

Expert Tip: Never use metal utensils to scrape your oven as they can cause damage and leave unsightly scratch marks on your oven. With professional oven cleaners you won’t need to scrub or scour, protecting the surfaces of your oven.

Step 4: Activate the Baking Soda with Vinegar

With a spray bottle, spray the remaining baking soda-covered surfaces of the oven with vinegar. The reaction between the vinegar and the baking soda creates a foam, further lifting and loosening dirt and buildup.

Step 5: Wipe Clean

With a damp cloth, wipe clean any remaining foamy residue and dirt. Rinse the cloth as needed and wipe until all areas of the oven are clean.

Cleaning the oven with baking soda and vinegar is more time-consuming and requires a lot more effort on your part. So if you’d like a more convenient and fool-proof way to clean your oven, oven cleaners are the way to go.

Conclusion

Giving your oven a bit of TLC is essential for your health, safety, and the quality of your food. Using a trusted oven cleaner such as the Care+Protect Universal Oven Cleaning Spray is the best way to keep your oven cooking efficiently, your kitchen sanitary, and your favorite dishes tasting great.