How to Clean Your Oven With a Natural Cleaning Paste

Cleaning the inside of your oven like a pro!

Let’s be honest—cleaning the oven is one of those chores everyone avoids until smoke starts rolling out during dinner. Between baked-on spills, grease splatter, and burnt food, it can feel like a hopeless task. But don’t worry! With the right method (and a little patience), you can get your oven looking and smelling fresh again—without the toxic fumes.

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

You don’t need fancy store-bought oven cleaners. In fact, many of them contain harsh chemicals that can irritate your skin and lungs. And if it accidentally spills or drips, it can ruin surrounding surfaces. Instead, grab these ingredients to make this homemade cleaning paste:

• Baking soda

• White vinegar

• Dish soap

• Water

• A spray bottle

• A scrubbing sponge or microfiber cloth

• A small bowl

Step 2: Remove the Racks

Start by removing the oven racks and setting them aside. You’ll clean those separately—more on that below. Removing them gives you better access to every corner of your oven.

Step 3: Make a Natural Homemade Cleaning Paste

Mix about ½ cup of baking soda in your bowl with a few tablespoons of water until you form a spreadable paste. You can add a drop or two of dish soap for extra grease-fighting power.

Step 4: Apply the Homemade Paste

Spread the baking soda paste all over the inside of your oven—avoid the heating elements. The mixture will turn brown as it lifts away grime and grease. Let it sit for at least 8–12 hours (overnight is best).

Step 5: Clean the Racks

While you’re waiting, place the oven racks in your bathtub or a large sink. Sprinkle them with baking soda, pour vinegar over them, and let the fizzing reaction work its magic. After soaking for a few hours, scrub them with a sponge and rinse clean.

Step 6: Wipe Away the Grime

Once the paste has done its job, take a damp cloth and wipe out as much residue as possible. For stubborn spots, use a plastic scraper or sponge.

Step 7: Add the Finishing Touch

Fill your spray bottle with vinegar and lightly mist the inside of the oven. The vinegar reacts with leftover baking soda, creating a final fizz that helps lift the last bits of residue. Wipe everything clean again until it shines.

Step 8: Don’t Forget the Glass Door

Mix equal parts vinegar and water, spray it on the glass, and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then wipe clean with a microfiber cloth for a streak-free finish.

Pro Tip from Supreme Clean Home Solutions:

To keep your oven cleaner longer, line the bottom with a removable, heat-safe oven liner or place a baking sheet under casseroles and pies to catch spills. A little prevention goes a long way toward saving you the hassle later.

Final Thoughts

Cleaning your oven doesn’t have to be an all-day nightmare. With natural ingredients and a little elbow grease, you can restore that fresh, just-like-new sparkle. And if you’d rather skip the scrubbing altogether, Supreme Clean Home Solutions offers professional deep cleaning services that include ovens, stovetops, and more.

Schedule your clean today with us today and enjoy a kitchen that truly shines!