If you’re struggling to shift a bad smell from a microwave, such as burnt popcorn or fish, then place a small bowl of baking soda in the center. Shut the door and leave it to sit overnight to absorb the smell. Leave the microwave door open afterwards to air. Tips to keep your microwave clean Intrigued by the process, I watched as Angry Mama started to bubble. The steam wasn’t super visible to me, but I did notice the water and lemon juice mixture starting to bubble over as she heated up in the microwave. I let her cool down for two minutes after the process was complete. Then, I removed the Angry Mama with oven mitts (safety first!). I wiped the microwave down with my Swedish dishcloth, amazed at how simple the tool made my cleaning routine. It quite literally took one swipe of my dishcloth to remove stains and food gunk. Success! Vinegar, Water and Lemon Juice Steam cleaning offers several advantages over traditional cleaning methods. Here’s why you should consider steam cleaning your microwave:

Getting the Control Panel Too Wet: This can cause it to malfunction. Wipe it down gently with a damp cloth. Clean the Turntable: If your microwave has a glass turntable, remove it and wash it in the sink or dishwasher. Dry it before returning it to the microwave. The top tip for learning how to clean a microwave is to let a bowl of water mixed with either lemon, vinegar, or baking soda sit in the microwave for three minutes on high heat before you start scrubbing with a cloth. The steam created from the water solution will work wonders, and make cleaning ten times easier. Fill a microwaveable bowl with 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of baking soda, place it in the microwave and set the timer for three to five minutes on high heat. 'This will eliminate odours and steam off stubborn stains,' explains a spokesperson from Method. Developing a foolproof kitchen cleaning routine takes a considerable amount of time, sometimes even months. Even if you have a system down pat, chances are there are still areas of the kitchen you avoid cleaning until they’re really gross, like the microwave.

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Cost-Effective: This method requires just water and a microwave, saving you money on cleaning supplies. As baking soda is a mild alkali it's perfect for cutting through grease and other dirt around your home, and that includes any that might have built up in your microwave. Prepare the Cleaning Solution: Mix 2 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of white vinegar in a microwave-safe bowl. Add a drop of lemon essential oil to mask the vinegar smell if desired. There are two fill lines on the Angry Mama: One for vinegar and one for water. Fill it with vinegar (or lemon juice) first, making sure not to go past the fill line on the bottom of the gadget. Top with water to the fill line near the Angry Mama’s head. What Other Shoppers Had to Say

Lemon is acidic enough to break down stubborn grease and leftover food stains, and it will work just as well if not better than cleaning products specifically formulated for microwave cleaning. Other natural products that work well are baking soda and vinegar. Trial out each one and see which you prefer. Microwave the Solution: Place the bowl in the microwave and heat it on high for 5 minutes. This will create steam that loosens baked-on food and grease. I waited a few days for my microwave to get gross again before trying the vinegar and water method, which is what the instructions recommend. Several reviewers note adding a splash of lemon juice to the vinegar and water helps with the smell, so I put this method to the test. I poured distilled white vinegar to the fill line, then water to the fill line and a splash of lemon juice on top. Add a few drops of your favourite essential oil if you want to leave a nice scent - the only downside to cleaning with vinegar is the strong smell it leaves behind Learning how to clean a microwave is easy if you have a lemon to hand. 'Lemons contain citric acid, which is one of the best natural cleaners and antibacterial ingredients', explain cleaning gurus Steph and Jade, @stade_clean. 'The antibacterial properties of lemon juice make it the perfect cleaning agent.'Clean the Microwave: Open the microwave door cautiously to avoid hot steam. Using oven mitts, remove the hot bowl. Use a damp sponge, dishcloth, or paper towel to wipe down the walls, top, and bottom of the microwave.

While steam cleaning your microwave is relatively straightforward, there are a few safety precautions you should take:Burnt-on food will be shifted after using just one wipe, and stale food odours will be neutralised and replaced with a light lemon fragrance instead. All without any scrubbing. If some grease still remains after either of these methods, then baking soda can help shift it. First, unplug the microwave, then mix up a paste with ½ cup of baking soda and 2 tablespoons of water and apply directly to the greasy spots, being careful not to let the solution get into the vents. Then simply remove with hot water and a microfiber cloth. However, the benefit of microwave steam cleaners are that these products can be reused up to a hundred times and require minimal prep.