Your oven is an essential appliance in your kitchen, and it’s important you consider how to care for your oven so that it lasts for many years to come. By following some simple tips, you can keep your oven clean and in good working condition.
Here are some reasons why you should look after your oven:
- A clean oven will cook food more evenly and prevent food from sticking to the sides.
- A clean oven will also help to prevent the spread of bacteria.
- A clean oven will make it easier to clean up spills and messes.
- A clean oven will also look better and make your kitchen more inviting.
So you know why we look after our ovens, but do you know how to care for your oven?
Oven Care Suggestions
- Clean your oven regularly. This will help prevent grease and grime from building up, which can make it difficult to clean later. You can use a mild soap and water solution or a commercial oven cleaner. If you have a self-cleaning oven, use it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Wipe up spills immediately. This will help prevent them from setting in and becoming difficult to remove.
- Clean the oven racks after each use. This will help prevent food particles from burning on and making the racks difficult to clean.
- Inspect the gaskets regularly. The gaskets are the rubber seals that help keep heat in the oven. If they are damaged, they can allow heat to escape, which can make your oven less efficient.
- Ventilate the oven after use. This will help remove any cooking odours and moisture.
- Unplug the oven before cleaning. This will help prevent you from getting shocked.
- Check seals and bulbs and replace if required
Additional Thoughts
- If you use your oven often, you may need to clean it more frequently.
- If you have a gas oven, you should have the gas line inspected and cleaned every few years.
- If you have a self-cleaning oven, you should only use the self-cleaning feature when the oven is very dirty.
By following these tips, you can help keep your oven clean and in good working condition for many years to come.
Some additional cleaning methods:
- Baking soda and vinegar: This is a natural and effective way to clean your oven. Simply mix equal parts baking soda and vinegar and spread the mixture over the inside of the oven. Let it sit for a few hours, then scrub it off with a sponge or brush.
- Lemon juice: Lemon juice is another natural cleaner that can help remove grease and grime from your oven. Simply spray the inside of the oven with lemon juice and let it sit for a few hours. Then, scrub it off with a sponge or brush.
- Commercial oven cleaner: If you have a lot of built-up grease and grime, you may need to use a commercial oven cleaner. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
No matter which cleaning method you choose, be sure to wear gloves and eye protection to protect yourself from the chemicals. And always unplug the oven before cleaning.
Not got the time or the interest to do it yourself? then contact us at OvenMagic and we can get your oven looking almost like new.
Learn how to care for your oven with these simple tips. Keep your oven clean and in good working condition for many years to come by following these easy steps. For more ideas on how to care for your oven, check out our recent blogs below.
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