How to Clean Oven

What You'll Need

• Soap-Man Turbo Clean Degreaser
• Baking soda
• White vinegar in spray bottle
• Rubber gloves
• Non-abrasive sponge
• Damp cloths

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1

   Remove racks and loose debris

   Take out the oven racks and any loose bits of burnt food. Soak the racks separately in hot water with Turbo Clean Degreaser.

2. 2

   Apply baking soda paste

   Mix half a cup of baking soda with enough water to form a spreadable paste. Coat the entire oven interior, avoiding the heating elements. Let it sit overnight or at least 12 hours.

3. 3

   Spray with vinegar

   The next day, spray white vinegar over the baking soda. It will foam up -- this reaction helps lift baked-on grease and carbon deposits.

4. 4

   Wipe clean

   Use a damp cloth to wipe out all the paste. For stubborn spots, spray more vinegar and use a non-abrasive sponge. Repeat until all residue is gone.

5. 5

   Clean the racks and reassemble

   Scrub the soaked racks with Turbo Clean Degreaser, rinse, dry, and place them back in the oven.

Pro Tips

• TIPPlace a sheet of aluminum foil on the bottom rack to catch drips and make future cleanings easier.
• TIPFor the glass door, use a razor blade at a 45-degree angle to scrape off baked-on splatters without scratching.
• TIPClean spills as soon as the oven cools down -- fresh spills take seconds to remove versus hours when baked on.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• XUsing the self-clean cycle too frequently, which can damage the oven's electronic components due to extreme heat.
• XSpraying commercial oven cleaner on heating elements or the door gasket, which can cause permanent damage.
• XScrubbing with steel wool pads, which scratch enamel coatings and expose the metal underneath to rust.

Frequently Asked Questions