May 9, 2022
How to Clean a Microwave
Cleaning a microwave isn’t difficult but it’s definitely a neglected task – out of sight, out of mind. Food splatters and spills happen and if your house is anything like mine, it’s much easier to the close the door than wipe up those drips and spills. If you’re looking to clean your microwave without any chemicals, you’ll love this solution!
FOLLOW THESE SIMPLE STEPS:
Fill a glass bowl or measuring cup with 3-4 cups of hot tap water. Cut a lemon into wedges (I do wedges for the one lemon) and place in the warm water. I like to squeeze the wedges prior to putting them in the water to give the water a little grease-cutting power.
Put the bowl of water and lemon/lemon juice in the microwave and run it until the water boils. This typically takes 3-5 minutes. Keep an eye on it and make sure that it starts boiling before you stop the microwaving process.
Let the steam do its job – don’t open the door for at least 5-10 minutes. The steam will work to dissolve any grease, drips, and grime. Repeat if you don’t see steam on the inside of the microwave like this.
Take out the glass plate or tray in your microwave and wash it in your sink or dishwasher. I love this dish soap for washing dishes AND cleaning.
Wipe the interior of the microwave clean. If you need a little extra cleaning power spritz with white vinegar or non-toxic all-purpose cleaner. Use a sponge or a cleaning cloth to wipe clean and rinse and wring as you’re wiping.
Wash and dry the glass plate and return it to the microwave. Stand back and admire your shiny and clean microwave! Repeat monthly or as needed.
Grace Says
I don’t see the actual content on how to clean the microwave. Just your intro paragraph and an ad. Is there a way to see the main content?
Clean Mama Says
Post authorThis should be fixed – sorry about that!
Cyndi Says
For some reason this post is being overridden. Is there another area to find the information?
Clean Mama Says
Post authorThis should be fixed – sorry about that!
Bev Says
Just wondering what you use to clean the outside of the microwave? Thx!
Clean Mama Says
Post authorJust white vinegar on a soft cloth.
Karen Says
Is something missing?
The last thing I see is “you’ll love this solution!”
Clean Mama Says
Post authorThis should be fixed – sorry about that!
Janice Says
It’s not fixed. I wonder how long to turn on the microwave for
Clean Mama Says
Post authorClear your browser or refresh – it’s updated and fixed on my end!
Linda Says
5/9/22, 1:53 P.M. Not fixed. Cleared browser. Looks like a rectangle for a missing picture/text but if you are ready to click on it a red P with a circle Save shows up and when you do click it you are invited to join to save/join Pinterest, Facebook, or google. You cannot just access it. There is a large white space under it and a bowl with lemon wedges in water in the microwave.
Clean Mama Says
Post authorIt’s fixed!
Liane Says
I have a combo microwave convection oven as well. I’ve learned the hard way to make sure it’s spotless inside before using convection. So I made wiping it out a daily chore. We have a lemon tree so we usually have a steady supply.