HOW TO CLEAN AN OVEN GLASS DOOR IN 4 STEPS
Your oven is a hardworking appliance that cooks many meals a week and delivers great results. When you notice that brown or baked-on stains have accumulated on your oven door glass, it may be time to clean it. Oven door glass cleaning is a separate task from cleaning the entire oven, and sometimes needs to be tackled before a self-cleaning cycle.
Cleaning your oven door’s glass can be done in 4 easy steps with materials found in most kitchens or pantries. Read on for more detailed steps for how to clean oven glass.
WHAT CAN YOU USE TO CLEAN A GLASS OVEN DOOR?
You can clean your oven door glass by using a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice or white vinegar. There are also prepackaged cleaning products specifically formulated for cleaning oven glass.
What to use when cleaning the glass on your oven door may vary depending on the make and model of your appliance, so always be sure to consult your product manual for cleaning instructions before using store-bought or homemade cleaning products.
HOW TO CLEAN A GLASS OVEN DOOR
Having clean oven glass doors is key to the overall maintenance of your oven, and it also allows you to keep a closer eye on meals as they’re cooking so food doesn’t burn or spill over.
Removing brown stains or baked on grease is a relatively quick and simple process that shouldn't take too long, if you follow the steps below to clean both the inside and outside oven door glass.
Supplies
Water
½ cup of baking soda
Small or medium bowl
White vinegar or lemon juice
Gloves
Spray bottle
Clean towels
Tools
Microfiber cloths
Plastic scraper
Brush or flexible spatula
1. PREP AREA AND SUPPLIES
Before you begin cleaning, make sure the oven is off and completely cool. Place some old towels on the floor in front of the oven to catch any debris that may fall as you clean. Next, add ½ cup of baking soda in a bowl with 3 tablespoons of water and mix until it forms a paste.
2. SPREAD PASTE ON GLASS
Open the oven door to reach the interior glass. Using either a brush or a flexible spatula, spread the baking powder paste over the entire glass surface. Leave the mixture on for at least 20 minutes or longer depending on how dirty the glass is.
If your cleaning needs a boost, mix one part vinegar or lemon juice with one part water and spray on top of the baking soda paste with a spray bottle. You may see some bubbling or fizzing during this step.
3. WIPE WITH MICROFIBER CLOTH
When it’s time to remove the paste, wet a clean microfiber towel or cloth with some warm water and wipe off the baking soda in a circular or downward motion. Continue wiping until the baking soda has been completely removed.
If there are still baked on stains present after this process, use a plastic scraper to remove residue that wasn't taken off with the baking soda paste.
If you notice that your oven has been smoking, it's a good idea to clean the glass that's been exposed to the smoke.
4. FINISH WITH A LEMON JUICE OR VINEGAR MIXTURE
Spray the vinegar or lemon juice mixture on the interior and exterior glass of the oven and wipe with a clean microfiber cloth. Once all grime has been wiped off, you can buff any leftover streaks with a dry microfiber cloth.
Learn more about how often to clean your oven and oven doors to ensure your appliance is regularly maintained and can run as efficiently as possible.
HOW DO YOU CLEAN BETWEEN THE GLASS ON AN OVEN DOOR?
Cleaning between the glass on an oven door requires the disassembly of your appliance. If done incorrectly, you may cause damage to your oven. Disassembly of your appliance without the help of a licensed technician is not recommended.
HOW DO YOU GET STAINS OFF AN OVEN GLASS DOOR?
You can help remove brown stains, baked-on grease and oil by applying a paste of baking soda and water directly to the stain and letting it sit for at least 20 minutes before wiping away with a wet microfiber cloth. Try to scrape tough stains away with a plastic scraper.
HOW DO YOU CLEAN A SELF-CLEANING OVEN GLASS DOOR?
You can help protect your oven's appearance and prevent burnt-on residue by applying glass cleaner or white vinegar to the door glass and gently scrubbing with an extra fine steel wool pad (grade 000) before running a self-cleaning cycle.
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