Microwaves are used many times throughout the day, from cooking to reheating leftover food. Due to which it gets stained, stinks and greasiness very fast. In such a situation, it is very important to know about the methods of cleaning it. Otherwise, within a few months, the oven starts to look years old, along with it, bacteria also start growing, due to which there is a danger of food getting infected. So let us tell you in detail how to clean the microwave in minutes.
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How often should the microwave be cleaned?
By the way, after every cooking, it is necessary to clean the microwave with a clean cloth. But deep cleaning is required only once a week. With its help, you can keep your microwave shining brightly for years.
Gather these items before starting deep cleaning
Deep cleaning is beneficial in removing stubborn stains, yellowing and grease from the microwave. For this you need a clean cotton cloth, bowl, water, white cleaning, cleaning brush, lemon, baking soda.
Start cleaning the oven like this
The very first step to clean the oven is to wipe it out with the help of a cloth to remove the pieces of food stuck inside. Take out the turntable and clean it with mild warm water with the help of dish shop.
Remove grease from microwave with lemon and vinegar
While cooking, the steam of oil spices creates greasiness in the microwave. The easiest way to clean it is to squeeze a lemon in half a glass of water in a bowl and leave it in the oven with the peel for 5 minutes at high temperature. You can also use white vinegar instead of lemon.
After 5 minutes, when the oven cools down, clean it from inside with a clean cloth. If necessary, wring out the cloth well in warm water and wipe it. But be careful not to use too much water. This can also damage the microwave.
Baking powder is best to remove yellowness
If your microwave has turned yellow, you can clean it with the help of baking powder. For this, moisten the microwave from inside by wiping it lightly with a damp cloth. Now sprinkle baking powder well in it. Leave it to set for a while. Then rub it slowly with the help of a cleaning brush. This will clear all the yellowness.
shine the microwave from outside
Don’t forget to wipe down the exterior of the microwave. Spray the exterior with a solution of water and vinegar first. Now wipe it with a clean cotton cloth. This will keep your oven looking clean and shiny for years.
