DIY Non-Toxic Oven Cleaner Recip

Ingredients:

Baking Soda (sodium bicarbonate) – ½ cup

Why: Acts as a mild abrasive to scrub away grime and neutralizes odors.

White Vinegar – ¼ cup

Why: Vinegar helps break down grease and creates a fizzing reaction with baking soda, aiding in the cleaning process.

Liquid Castile Soap – 1 tablespoon

Why: A gentle, plant-based soap that helps dissolve grease and grime.

Water – ¼ cup (adjust as needed to make a paste)

Why: Helps create a spreadable consistency for the cleaning paste.

Essential Oils (optional) – 10-15 drops

Why: Adds natural fragrance and antibacterial properties. Lemon or orange essential oils are great choices for cutting through grease and leaving a fresh scent.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the baking soda paste:

   • In a bowl, mix ½ cup of baking soda and ¼ cup of water to create a thick, spreadable paste.

2. Add castile soap and essential oils (optional):

   • Stir in 1 tablespoon of liquid castile soap to boost grease-cutting power. If you want a fresh scent and additional antibacterial properties, add 10-15 drops of your chosen essential oil (e.g., lemon or tea tree).

3. Apply to the oven:

   • Spread the paste over the inside of the oven, focusing on greasy or burnt-on areas. Be generous in areas with more buildup.

   • Let it sit: Leave the mixture on for at least 6 hours or, for best results, overnight. This gives the baking soda time to break down the grime.

4. Vinegar spray:

   • Pour ¼ cup of white vinegar into a spray bottle. After the baking soda paste has dried, spray the vinegar over the paste. The reaction between vinegar and baking soda will fizz and help loosen the grime.

5. Scrub and wipe:

   • Using a scrubbing brush or a non-abrasive sponge, scrub the oven surfaces to lift off the grime. Wipe away the residue with a damp cloth or sponge.

6. Final rinse:

   • After scrubbing, wipe the oven with clean water to remove any remaining residue, leaving your oven fresh and clean.

Benefits:

• Non-Toxic: Safe for you, your family, and the environment—free from harsh chemicals like oven cleaner sprays that contain toxic fumes.

• Effective Degreaser: Baking soda and castile soap naturally lift tough grease and food residue.

• Gentle & Safe: No risk of inhaling harmful fumes or damaging your oven’s surface.

• Eco-Friendly: Plant-based ingredients are biodegradable and won’t harm your health or the planet.