Ozmo Antibacterial Fridge and Microwave Cleaning Spray 250ml

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Place the vinegar and lemon mixture into the microwave and heat uncovered for around 4 minutes until the water starts to boil and the machine fills with steam. However, the secret ingredient here is steam. Follow the steps below to get your microwave looking sparkling clean in no time: Next, take a damp, clean cloth and wipe the interior down to rinse off any leftover residue. Then, dry with some paper towel before reinserting the glass turntable.

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Before we explore the best methods for cleaning a microwave, let’s consider what you should not clean it with. Bleach When you’re ready to open the door, do so with care as the interior will be very hot. The bowl and solution will be too, so be sure to use oven gloves or a tea towel when removing it. Set the mixture to one side, ready for the next step. To clean the microwave’s interior, take a non-scratch sponge and wipe each surface from the top down. That way, any debris from burnt-on food will collect at the bottom and can be wiped away before you begin cleaning the bottom half. And don’t forget to clean the rubber seal around the door where dirt can be easily caught.

We’ll cover several natural cleaning agents, plus some non-toxic commercial cleaners, all designed to make removing grease and grime from your microwave a breeze. Read on to learn more. Lemon is acidic enough to break down stubborn grease and leftover food stains, and it will work just as well if not better than cleaning products specifically formulated for microwave cleaning. Other natural products that work well are baking soda and vinegar. Trial out each one and see which you prefer. The top tip for learning how to clean a microwave is to let a bowl of water mixed with either lemon, vinegar, or baking soda sit in the microwave for three minutes on high heat before you start scrubbing with a cloth. The steam created from the water solution will work wonders, and make cleaning ten times easier. While you should only need to deep clean your microwave once or twice a month, spillages should be mopped up immediately. This will prevent them being baked into the surface which makes cleaning much harder and increases the fire risk.

Clean a Microwave - In The Wash How to Clean a Microwave - In The Wash

Or you could use a specially formulated product like HG Microwave Cleaner. Using the spray trigger, you can apply this cleaner directly to the machine’s surfaces to break up greasy deposits and loosen solidified stains. However, the benefit of microwave steam cleaners are that these products can be reused up to a hundred times and require minimal prep. If you’d prefer to clean your microwave with natural products, then a diluted white vinegar and lemon juice solution is your best option. You may choose to clean your microwave with grease-busting washing up liquid just as you would your dishes and other kitchen surfaces. The most obvious no-no is bleach. While this household cleaner is very effective at killing bacteria and mould, it should never be used in a microwave as it may weaken the interior plastic over time, compromising your machine. Surface cleanersOnce the bowl is out, don a pair of rubber gloves and remove the glass turntable. Due to the vapour, it will likely be slippy, so make sure you grip it firmly to avoid a breakage. To clean it, wipe it over with a microfibre cloth dipped in the remaining solution. Rinse with clean water, dry with some paper towel and leave to one side. When time is up, DO NOT open the door straight away. Instead, leave the trapped steam in the machine for 10 minutes to give it time to soften any built-up grime. Finally, wipe down the outside of the microwave with a cloth dipped in the vinegar solution. Make sure you wring the cloth out well before wiping the controls, as you don’t want any moisture to gather behind the buttons, then rinse and dry as above. Next, mix 1 tablespoon of white vinegar with 1 cup of water in a microwaveable bowl. Then cut a fresh lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the mix, or cut the lemon into thin slices and place them into the bowl. The acidity of the vinegar will work to loosen stains, while the lemon will remove unpleasant odours. Either way, ensure the bowl is no more than half full to avoid spillages, as water can damage your machine.