Long before commercial oven cleaners became common, many families relied on inexpensive pantry staples like baking soda and vinegar to tackle baked-on grease and food residue. This traditional cleaning method remains popular because it’s simple, affordable, and uses ingredients many people already have at home.
Here’s how to clean your oven step by step.
Why Use Baking Soda?
Baking soda is a mild abrasive and natural deodorizer that helps loosen grease and stubborn food stains without scratching most oven surfaces.
Benefits
- Affordable
- Easy to find
- Low odor
- Non-abrasive
- Helps remove baked-on grime
- Reduces unpleasant oven odors
What You’ll Need
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup white vinegar
- Soft cloth or microfiber towel
- Soft sponge
- Small bowl
- Spray bottle (optional)
- Rubber gloves (optional)
