In a busy household, the microwave can get messy quickly. Here are my tips for a natural and budget-friendly way to clean the microwave.
Ever opened the microwave after someone has heated up soup? What a mess, right?! Even when you’re careful to cover your food, the microwave can get messy and smelly throughout the day.
Here’s how I clean the microwave using DIY cleaners and also sharing general household cleaning product alternatives.
CLEANING KIT
- White vinegar
- Cleaning sponge
- Dishwashing liquid
- Cleaning cloths
- Mini cleaning brush
- Kat’s Cleaning Spray, multi-purpose cleaner or Kat’s Reusable Wipes
Kat’s Tip:
Alternatively, replace the white vinegar with a lemon cut into quarters.
steps to clean the microwave
- Fill a microwave-safe jug with 1 cup water and 2 tablespoons vinegar.
- Place the jug in the microwave and turn microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Let sit for 5 minutes to allow the steam to loosen any food residue stuck on the walls of the microwave.
- Open the door and remove the jug (pour down the kitchen sink to freshen the drains).
- Wipe the inside walls and turntable with a sponge.
- Wipe along the keypad and front of the door to finish.
Deep clean
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Clean the inside of the microwave, following the quick clean steps above.
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Fill the kitchen sink with warm soapy water.
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Remove the glass turntable and place it in the sink to soak.
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Unplug and remove the microwave from the shelf.
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Wipe the electrical cord with a dry cloth, removing all dust particles.
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Dip the cloth in water, rinse and wring out. Use the cloth to clean the exterior of the microwave.
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Use a mini brush to remove any crumbs or build-up in cracks or crevices.
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Clean the shelf with spray or wipes to remove dust and crumbs. Return the microwave to shelf.
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Clean the turntable, dry and place it back into the microwave.
how often
Weekly – quick clean
Monthly – deep clean
