The microwave is a household appliance that has found its way into many French kitchens. It is a practical utensil that can be used to heat up a dish very quickly, or to defrost food more quickly. Although it is undeniably useful, it is often subject to food splashes and grease deposits, which can alter its efficiency and shorten its lifespan. It is therefore essential to clean your microwave oven regularly after use. Here are three tips to keep your microwave clean.
Follow the guide!
Cleaning with white vinegar
White vinegar is a must in the world of ecological and economical cleaning. It’s a natural product with multiple uses, degreasing and quickly dissolving stubborn dirt. Here’s how to use it:
- Fill a heatproof bowl with an equal mixture of water and white vinegar.
- Place the bowl in the microwave and heat for 5 to 10 minutes at maximum power.
- Once this time has elapsed, leave the bowl inside for a few more minutes. The steam produced by the mixture will soften the dirt.
- Finally, remove the bowl(be careful, if it’s hot!) and wipe the inside of the microwave with a clean cloth.
Thanks to this first recipe, your appliance will be spotlessly clean in no time at all, with no scrubbing required.
Cleaning with lemon
Another natural solution that’s eco-friendly, economical and leaves a pleasant scent after cleaning is lemon cleaning. Lemon removes grease and stubborn dirt, and leaves a pleasant scent. Here’s how to do it:
- Cut a lemon in half and squeeze the juice into a heatproof bowl. Add the squeezed lemon halves to the bowl.
- Fill the bowl halfway with water and place in the microwave.
- Heat the mixture for 5-10 minutes at maximum power.
- Leave the bowl inside for a few more minutes to allow the steam to do its work.
- Remove the bowl(be careful, if it’s hot!) and wipe the inside of the oven with a clean cloth.
The combination of heat and the acidity of the lemon will get rid of even the most stubborn dirt, leaving your microwave clean and fragrant.
Cleaning with baking soda
Last but not least, for economical and ecological cleaning, here’s deep cleaning with baking soda. Here’s how to do it:
- In a bowl, mix three tablespoons of baking soda with one tablespoon of water to form a paste.
- Apply the paste to the walls of the microwave and leave for 5 to 10 minutes.
- After this time, use a damp sponge to scrub and remove the paste.
- Rinse with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
This recipe will not only clean your microwave, but also eliminate unpleasant odors, for impeccable results.
With these three tips, you’ll be able to clean your microwave quickly and effectively.
These are three natural recipes for getting rid of dirt and unpleasant odors from your microwave.
White vinegar, lemon and baking soda are natural, economical and environmentally-friendly products.
