Boasting 100 percent grease removal, Cif’s Perfect Finish promises to transform dirty ovens in less than 30 minutes. Just apply the spray to the inside of your oven, to your grill or to your hob and then rinse. Job done. Our Stainless Steel cleaner is used to polish up at the end of the process and leave cooking appliances gleaming. We want our customers to be absolutely delighted when we’ve finished the job. So, before we leave, everything that we’ve cleaned and valeted is polished to a shine. Oven interior: I applied the remaining solution with a sponge (or you can use a cloth) on the inside and left overnight (although you can leave it for four hours if you don't have too much time). Using warm, soapy water, I thoroughly rinsed the inside of the oven and dried it using an old tea towel. If your oven is plagued by grease and grime that won’t budge no matter how hard you scrub, then it’s time to bring in the big guns.

Oven Mate’s powerful gel formula makes light work of stubborn grease and burnt-on food, with no scrubbing required. Just paint it on, let it work its magic, then simply wipe it off to reveal an oven that looks like it’s just been newly installed. What could be simpler? Finally, we look out for any products that have received awards and cross-reference all of our research to help us recommend a variety of oven cleaners that suit a range of needs and budgets. Why you should trust us Plenty of our Mumsnet users recommend getting your ovens professionally cleaned to get it looking brand new again. Getting a professional to do it will not only save you time and a lot of elbow grease, but will leave your oven shining like it did when you first bought it. You’ll know exactly what you’re dealing with, so you won’t have to worry about bringing unknown chemicals into the home and you’re likely to already have these in your kitchen cupboard!It can get on your table tops, floor, clothes and anywhere you happen to have a curry-related mishap! Cons: Not as powerful as other oven cleaners, not to be mixed with other chemicals, needs elbow grease. Astonish has a reputation amongst domestic cleaners for providing the very best polishes and cleaning products for the home, so it comes as no surprise that their branded oven cleaner is popular.

Is your sink discoloured? Scum and food stains making it look grim? Spray with Elbow Grease, leave for a few minutes and give it a wipe with a sponge. It will leave stainless steel sinks sparkling and can also be used on marble and other sink types. 6. Patio stains If you’re not a fan of harsh chemicals in your cleaning products then there are some natural alternatives which Mumsnetters recommend for cleaning a grubby oven. If the bottom of your pans have become rusty and stained, or you have burned on marks on your baking trays, just spray a little Elbow Grease on there and you will be able to bring them up good as new. 22. Kitchen cupboards

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This cleaning paste is commonly used to combat small patches of stains, however, it can be used on larger areas to good effect. Use a sponge to spread the paste across dirty areas and then leave for 10 minutes or longer if possible, to allow the chemicals to get to work. Wipe away the residue with a sponge and repeat as necessary. This all-purpose spray cleaner can be used to remove grease on a whole range of surfaces, including fabrics, metals and plastics so if you have an oven door which needs a good clean, this could be the product for you. Use Elbow Grease to get rid of grease and stains on the outside and inside of your fryer. 25. Turmeric/curry stains

Elbow Grease is ideal for cleaning car parts. Use it to get rid of oil from parts of your engine. 16. Car hub caps There’s a Stainless Steel Spray, for burnt-on residue, an Oven & Grill Degreaser for tougher patches and a Steel Care Cream for particular trouble spots. Get yourself some Lakeland Oven Mate cleaner. This one will do the job very well.” (Vetted by Mumsnet user AlCalavicci) Our verdict There are two types of people in this world: people who shudder at the thought of cleaning the oven and those who will channel their inner Mrs Hinch and roll up their sleeves for a good scrub. Elbow Grease can be used to remove oil, paint and other stains from your patio. Spray on the affected area and then scrub at it with a strong-bristled broom. 7. Cat flap

Door and window frames are one of the biggest dirt magnets in your home. Restore them to their former glory with a bit of Elbow Grease. Simply spray on, leave for two minutes then wipe away the grime. 9. Dishwasher Spray with Elbow Grease, give it a thorough wipe with a damp cloth and then dry with some kitchen towels so that it’s safe for your pet to use again. 8. uPVC doors and windows