Remove stubborn oven stains and leave it ‘sparkling clean’ with 2 household staples

Forget harsh chemicals when cleaning your oven, all you need is two natural staples (Image: Getty)

Kitchens and appliances have been pushed to their limits over the past few weeks, especially with all the Christmas preparations and cooking.

A lasting effect of this is appliances covered in leftover food and grime, so since it’s the New Year, it’s time to tackle the mess.

To help get your oven sparkling clean, the cleaning experts at BBC Good Food shared a surefire way to banish grime without using harsh chemicals.

BBC Good Food wrote in a post from earlier this month: “Is your oven in need of a little TLC after all that Christmas cooking? Try this eco-friendly cleaning hack using bicarbonate of soda and white vinegar.”

They said: “Forget the harsh chemicals, we’re using a safe, eco-friendly method with just baking soda and vinegar.

Mix baking soda with some water to get the consistency of wet sand (Image: Getty)

"First prep. Removing the oven door means you can better access the oven cavity.

“We recommend giving the inside of the oven a good wipe down to remove surface level grime. Remove all the racks and the oven trays.”

To complete the cleaning hack, you’ll need a pot or bowl to create the solution.

They explained: “Mix baking soda with water to form a thick paste. You’re looking for the consistency of wet sand.

“Spread the paste all over the inside of your oven, avoiding the heating elements. Let it sit for 12 to 24 hours to loosen grime and grease.

“Finish by spraying a 50/50 water and vinegar solution to remove any residue and give a streak-free shine.

"Using wire wool and a little bit of elbow grease. Scrub the racks. These should become nice and clean very easily.”

The result? A sparkling oven without using harsh chemicals that is ready for all your 2025 cooking adventures.