How to Make Your Own Oven Cleaner

Armed only with household products such as vinegar, salt, baking soda and ammonia, you can tackle almost any nasty oven mess.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Ammonia
• Sponges
• Steel Wool
• Salt
• Vinegar
• Baking Soda
• Glass Bowl
• Paper Towels
• Paper towels

Easy Cleanup for Spills

1. Gather your ingredients: a tablespoon or two salt, a tablespoon or two baking soda, and a little bit of water.

2. With a sponge, squeeze water directly onto the spill in a warm oven.

3. Cover the spill with a thin layer of salt.

4. Let the spill stand until the oven cools.

5. Scrape away the mess.

6. Sprinkle a thin layer of baking soda on any stains that remain.

7. Let the baking soda soak in.

8. Scrub with 000 or 0000 steel wool (available at hardware stores).

9. Wipe off the residue with a paper towel or a sponge.

Easy General Oven Cleaning

1. Pour 1/2 cup ammonia into a small glass bowl.

2. Place the bowl in a cool oven.

3. Close the oven door.

4. Leave the bowl in the oven overnight to let the ammonia fumes do their work.

5. Wipe up the dirt the next day with paper towels or a sponge.

6. Rub tougher spots gently with 000 or 0000 steel wool.

7. Rinse the residue with warm, sudsy water.

8. Repeat steps if necessary.

Cleaning Really Greasy Ovens

1. Pour 1/2 cup vinegar into a small bowl.

2. Add 1/2 cup hot water.

3. Rub away greasy stains with a sponge or washcloth soaked in this solution.