- 1 dishwasher tablet
- A heat-resistant bowl or container
- Hot water
- Rubber gloves
- A sponge or microfiber cloth
- A non-abrasive scrubber for stubborn areas
- Clean water for rinsing
- Several dry towels
For particularly dirty ovens, you may need more than one round of cleaning.
How to Clean the Oven With a Dishwasher Tablet
Step 1: Make Sure the Oven Is Completely Cool
This is one of the most important steps.
Turn the oven off and allow it to cool completely before cleaning. Never place a dishwasher tablet, detergent solution, or wet cloth directly onto hot heating elements.
Remove the oven racks and set them aside.
Step 2: Dissolve the Tablet
Place one dishwasher tablet into a heat-resistant bowl or container.
Carefully add hot water and allow the tablet to dissolve.
You can stir it gently with a utensil if necessary, but avoid splashing the concentrated solution.
Wear gloves, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Step 3: Apply the Solution to the Dirty Surfaces
Dip a sponge or cloth into the solution and wring it out so it is wet but not dripping.
Wipe the inside surfaces of the oven, concentrating on areas with baked-on grease and food residue.
Don’t soak the oven.
Keep the cleaning solution away from heating elements, electrical components, vents, door seals, and other areas that shouldn’t become wet.
Step 4: Let It Work
This is where patience helps.
