Cleaning your microwave isn’t the most exciting chore, but it is necessary to keep your microwave clean and operating efficiently. While you might think cleaning your microwave sounds easy, it can be confusing to know how best to do so without using harmful cleaners or accidentally damaging it. Fortunately, there are several simple ways to clean your microwave that take only minutes to implement and won’t cause you any problems if done properly. Read on to learn how to clean your microwave quickly and easily!
Use water and lemon
Lemon is great at killing mold, which means it’s perfect for cleaning microwaves. To clean your microwave with lemon, cut one in half and place it on a plate or paper towel inside your microwave. Heat on high for five minutes to sterilize. This kills over 99% of all bacteria! You can also use vinegar if you don’t have any lemons. This method works best if you want to remove stains from your microwave.
Let vinegar do the job
The easiest, most budget-friendly method for keeping your microwave spick-and-span is incredibly simple: fill a bowl with a 50/50 mix of water and vinegar, put it in your microwave, turn it on for two minutes, then wipe clean. Vinegar works so well because it’s both acidic (which dissolves food) and anti-bacterial (so it kills any lingering germs). We love using it in our microwaves!
Vinegar is so simple, in fact, that you don’t even need any supplies: just grab a bowl, fill it with water and vinegar, put it in your microwave for two minutes, then wipe clean. To give your microwave an extra-deep cleanse every time (and to keep smells at bay), add a teaspoon of baking soda as well. The concoction will bubble up into a gentle foam that lifts grease off of your appliance.
A mixture of baking soda, salt, vinegar
Mix a cup of water with half a cup of vinegar and a quarter cup each of salt and baking soda. Put in an uncovered bowl in your microwave for 10 minutes. The mixture will bubble up as it works, so avoid leaving it near any electronics or metal. Afterward, wipe down your microwave using a soft cloth.
Conclusion
Remember, it’s important to thoroughly clean your microwave every few months, especially if you have a family! But it also must be quick and easy so you’re more likely to actually do it. By following these steps, we hope you can create an easily followed microwave cleaning routine that will get your microwave back into tip-top shape! Happy cleaning!
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