Tips for quickly cleaning a microwave

A microwave that was sparkling clean may quickly become a filthy and stinky disaster with as little as one round of leftovers or one bag of popcorn that has been burned to a crisp. Regular maintenance, at least once every few days, is essential in order to maintain the cleanliness of a microwave that is built into a countertop.

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Check out our step-by-step manual on how to clean a microwave if you've noticed stains on the interior of your appliance or if you're looking for a way to remove food that's been trapped.

In contrast to most other kitchen equipment, a microwave may be cleaned using commonplace items that are likely existing in your home, such as an all-purpose cleaner, baking soda, dish soap, or vinegar (white or apple cider).

How to clean the inside of a microwave

Because splatters and scents tend to go hand in hand, your microwave could end up looking grungy. Follow these instructions step by step to position the turntable inside your microwave properly:

• In a dish that is safe to be heated in the microwave, combine one cup of water with slices of lemon, lime, or orange; then squeeze the juice from the fruit slices into the water. In a dish that is safe to put in the microwave, mix one cup of water with a couple teaspoons of white vinegar or apple cider vinegar, if you have either of those on hand.
• Put it in the microwave and cook it on high power for a few minutes, or until the mixture boils and the window becomes wet, whichever comes first. After allowing the door to cool for five minutes before opening it, remove the container and sponge clean the refrigerator's interior.

How to clean greasy microwave doors

It's not only what's on the inside that matters; these hints and ideas may also help you clean the stains and grease off the outside of your microwave.

Using a sponge that has been dampened with water and a small bit of baking soda, clean the whole of the door, including the edges, both sides, and the area where it closes the oven. To rinse, clean with a moist sponge or towel and then wipe clean.

A solution of equal parts vinegar and water may be used to remove grease and grime off windows. Raise and pat dry.

If there is a lot of grease accumulation on the door of your microwave, you should clean it using a cleaner that is designed to cut through grease, such as an all-purpose cleaner, or a combination of dish soap and water.

To stop the cleaner from going into the vents, apply it using a cloth or sponge instead of directly applying it. If you want to prevent electrical controls from damaging, try not to spray them with cleaning.

How to get a burning smell (and all smells, really) out of the microwave

When you reheat popcorn in a microwave, the aroma returns as soon as you switch on the device. This indicates that eliminating the odour as soon as possible is the best course of action.

Baking soda may be used to effectively remove mild aromas from a refrigerator by either ventilating the space by leaving the door open or placing a container of baking soda inside the refrigerator with the door closed.

For very pungent scents, such as burned popcorn, remove any residue that may have been left behind and then put an odor-absorbing gel inside the appliance.

How to remove stuck food from inside the microwave

Make use of a magic eraser in order to get rid of any dried food. Put it in the dishwasher or wash it by hand with soapy water if it is stuck to the turntable. You may do any of these things. First things first, make sure you read the handbook that came with the product.