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How to Clean a Microwave

How to Clean a Microwave
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By Mark Hagen, Hannah Pugh, Taste of Home

“Hooray! It’s time to clean the microwave,” said no one…ever.

Even if you’re the King or Queen of Clean, scrubbing out a microwave ranks up there with trying on bathing suits, deep-cleaning the oven and sifting through garbage looking for your son’s discarded retainer. (Read: not fun at all.) From last week’s scorched-on spaghetti sauce to the great chili explosion of 2009, microwave remnants are not for the weak-hearted. Toss in some elbow grease and a backbreaking stance described as a “chiropractor’s dream,” and you’ve got the perfect storm of kitchen chores.

But messy outcomes shouldn’t keep you from nuking your dinner. Follow along as we show you how to clean a microwave with minimal effort.



How to Clean a Microwave

There are a few different ways to clean a microwave, so check what you have in your cupboard or refrigerator, and get scrubbin’!



How to Clean a Microwave with Vinegar

Step 1: Pour 1 cup of vinegar and 1 cup of water into a microwave-safe bowl.

Step 2: Heat the solution in your microwave for 6 to 8 minutes. Then, leave it to sit for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 3: Remove the bowl carefully with oven mitts. Dip a rag into the solution and gently wipe the inside and outside of your microwave. For stubborn residue, use a sponge. Voila! That is how to clean a microwave with vinegar.



How to Clean a Microwave with Baking Soda

Step 1: To clean a microwave with baking soda, fill a microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup of baking soda and 2 cups of water.

Step 2: Heat the bowl in the microwave on high for 5 minutes, then carefully remove the bowl with oven mitts.

Step 3: Dip a sponge into the solution to wipe the microwave inside and out. For stubborn stains, use the solution as a paste and manually rub each stain with a sponge until the microwave is clean.


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How to Clean a Microwave with Lemon

Step 1: For a quick fix, clean a microwave with lemon. Simply pour a cup of water into a microwave-safe bowl. Slice a lemon in half and squeeze its juice into the bowl. Then, drop both lemon halves into the bowl.

Step 2: Heat the solution in the microwave on high for 5 minutes or until it boils. Then, allow it to sit in the microwave for an additional 5 minutes. This allows the acidity and steam to loosen dried-on food stains.

Step 3: Simply remove the bowl (be careful as it might be hot) and wipe the microwave clean with the solution. With any lingering stains, soak a sponge in the solution and rub until the stains dissipate. Your microwave will be good as new and have a clean lemony scent.



How to Remove a Burnt Smell from a Microwave

Knowing how to remove a burnt smell from a microwave is ultra important. If the smell persists after following the cleaning instructions above, try this:

Step 1: Place a deodorizer inside your microwave, like an open box of baking soda or 1 cup of dried coffee grounds in an uncovered bowl. Leave it in overnight or for 8-12 hours to absorb the odor.

Step 2: Remove and discard the deodorizer from the microwave. Apply vanilla extract, lemon juice or your favorite essential oil to a damp rag and wipe the microwave inside and out.

If the smell persists after these steps, the smell is likely trapped in the microwave filters. Refer to your owner’s manual for instructions on how to replace or clean the filters in your microwave.

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Learn how to clean a microwave with vinegar, lemon and baking soda. Get rid of the smell and greasy residue in your microwave for good.
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