Your oven is the heart of your kitchen, working tirelessly to bake, roast, and broil countless meals. But all that cooking leaves its mark—stubborn grease, baked-on food splatters, and layers of grime that can be tough to remove. Commercial oven cleaners promise powerful results but often come with harsh chemicals that emit strong fumes, irritate skin, and pose health and environmental risks.
Luckily, there’s a safer, eco-friendly alternative: homemade oven cleaner made from simple ingredients you likely already have at home. This natural cleaner is gentle on your lungs and skin, yet tough on grease and baked-on messes, giving you a sparkling clean oven without the chemical overload.
Why Choose Homemade Oven Cleaner?
- Non-toxic & Safe: No harsh fumes or irritating chemicals.
- Eco-friendly: Biodegradable and environmentally responsible.
- Cost-effective: Uses inexpensive, everyday ingredients.
- Easy to Make: Quick to prepare with minimal tools.
- Multi-purpose: Can be used on oven racks, stovetops, and even grills.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- ½ cup baking soda: The star ingredient, baking soda is a gentle abrasive and natural deodorizer. It helps loosen grime and neutralizes odors.
- 2–3 tablespoons water: To form a spreadable paste.
- 1 tablespoon dish soap: Provides grease-cutting power to dissolve oily residues.
- Optional: 2 tablespoons white vinegar: Reacts with baking soda to help lift tough stains and deodorize.
- Optional: A few drops of lemon or tea tree essential oil: Adds a fresh scent and natural antibacterial properties.
Tools
- A mixing bowl
- A sponge, cloth, or old toothbrush (for scrubbing)
- Gloves (recommended to protect sensitive skin)
- Damp cloths or paper towels (for wiping)
How to Make and Use Your Homemade Oven Cleaner
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