How to Clean Spilled Milk in the Oven

Don't cry over spilled milk; it can be cleaned up.

Milk is the beverage of choice for most children and many adults. However, when it is spilled, it can be unpleasant and messy. The biggest negative result of a milk spill is the potential for odor. If the milk is left to dry or is burnt in the oven, the result can be a rather sour smell that you'll want to remove quickly. If possible, clean up the milk spill as soon as it happens to avoid the potential for a rotten smell.

Things You'll Need

• Paper towels
• Sponge
• Water in a spray bottle
• Baking soda
• Lemon juice
• Scrub brush

Instructions

1. Wipe up excess milk with paper towels. Attempt this step even if the milk has been left in the oven long enough to dry.

2. Sprinkle baking soda directly over the area where the milk stain remains.

3. Mist the baking soda with the water in your spray bottle. Be sure to make the area wet, but do not saturate it to the point of creating a puddle.

4. Allow the mixture to set overnight. Brush off the excess baking soda the next morning with a scrub brush. Use a wet sponge to remove the rest of the stain and baking soda.

Tips & Warnings

• If a bad smell remains, sprinkle the area with lemon juice. Allow the lemon juice to penetrate the area for 15 minutes and then spray with water. Wipe away the lemon-water mixture with a paper towel or sponge.

• Curdled or spoiled milk stains may be very harsh to the nose. Wear a mask and throw away the sponge or paper towel used for the process immediately. Do not leave the items in the indoor trash can; take them outside to avoid spreading the smell indoors.

References

• Mrs Clean: Tips on Removing Milk Stains
• Good Housekeeping: Stain Buster, Milk