If you don't use a microwave lid, be prepared to wash it very often. However, so that this process does not cause you panic and is not associated with wasted time, Novate.ru has prepared for you several simple ways to clean the microwave. A nice bonus is that all the solutions presented below are prepared from improvised means.
Method 1: vinegar bath
The simplest and most well-known method of cleaning a microwave oven is a vinegar bath. It helps to fight any dirt, including old grease, stubborn stains. To keep the smell of vinegar in the kitchen as little as possible, open the window or put the window on air during the procedure.
The recipe is simple:
1. In a bowl, prepare a mixture of 2 glasses of water and 2 tablespoons of 9% vinegar.
2. Place the resulting liquid in the microwave and run it on maximum power for 10 minutes. After the time is up, let the mixture sit inside for another 5-7 minutes.
3. The last step is to wipe the oven with a damp cloth. This will remove any remaining grime and vinegar odor.
Note: Grease that the vinegar bath fails can be removed with regular olive oil. As they say, wedge wedge.
Method 2: Citric acid
Of course, you can also use lemon juice, however, if it was not in the refrigerator, citric acid would be an excellent alternative. It has a double effect: cleansing + neutralizing an unpleasant odor. To prepare the cleansing mixture, you will need to take two glasses of water and 1 tbsp. citric acid. Mix them in a deep bowl, then put the container in the microwave and set the timer for five minutes. When the time is up, do not open the door for another quarter of an hour. At the end, you will need to wipe the inside of the oven with a napkin or microfiber.
Method 3: Soda
Soda is ideal for stubborn dirt. It will be a great substitute for lemon juice or acid if you suddenly do not have these products on hand. The solution should be prepared from two glasses of water and 2 tbsp. soda. The resulting mixture is sent to the microwave for 5 minutes (the power should be maximum). For the product to work better, do not take it out of the oven for another 7-10 minutes after the microwave signals that the time has expired. The final stage is the elimination of condensation and remaining dirt with a sponge.
Method 4: Detergent
For light soiling, a regular "Fairy" type detergent is also suitable. In addition to it, you will also need a regular sponge and water for soaking.
The recipe is as follows:
1. Dip the sponge into water, squeeze out and pour a few drops of detergent onto it. Lather well by squeezing and unclenching the sponge.
2. Put it in the microwave for half a minute, no more. Please note that the power must be kept to a minimum so that the sponge does not start melting inside the appliance.
3. Then open the microwave door and wash off the steamed grease and other stains with the same sponge.
Method 5: glass cleaner
In order not to damage the equipment and quickly remove all dirt, use a regular glass cleaner. The "bath" effect is not needed here, so you can disconnect the microwave from the mains in advance. For the cleaning procedure, you will need a sponge, water, and any glass cleaning liquid.
Recipe:
1. In a deep bowl, mix the glass cleaner and water in a 2: 1 ratio. Please note that there should be a lot of solution, since you need to clean the stove not only inside, but also outside.
2. Liberally moisten a sponge with the mixture and wipe the inside of the device. If you come across dried stains, soak them in glass cleaner.
3. The last step is to wipe the microwave well with a soft cloth or rag, after soaking it in water. This is necessary in order to eliminate any traces of dirt on the walls, as well as residues and odors of glass cleaner.
Method 6: orange peels
This method can be used in the case of medium and low soiling, alas, it will not cope with complex ones. This method is loved by many housewives, not only because of its simplicity, but also due to the pleasant smell of citrus, which then soars throughout the apartment. Plus, you will not need to remove the remnants of the product from the walls of the chambers. For the cleaning procedure, you will need a minimum set: one orange, water, a small bowl and a sponge.
Recipe:
1. Peel the orange, put the peel in a container, pour about one glass of water and put in the microwave for 5 minutes. During this time, the liquid will boil and condensation will appear on the walls of the microwave oven.
2. When the microwave rings, do not open the door for another quarter of an hour so that all dirt is properly dehydrated.
3. When the time is up, grab the sponge and remove all traces of stains. Grease and other contaminants will easily succumb to you.
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