Wipe down the exterior with a towel or cloth spritzed with an all-purpose cleaner. When removing and cleaning glass shelves, wait for the surface to reach room temperature first. If you pour hot water on cold glass, the surface might crack. To prevent odors, place an open box of baking soda on the bottom shelf of your fridge. Pour even amounts of vinegar and water into a spray bottle to make your own homemade cleaner. Label and store the mixture in your refrigerator, and use it to clean up spills and messes on a day-to-day basis. [3] X Research source
Feel free to wipe out your oven with a little extra vinegar, if you’d like. Clean your oven racks whenever you clean your oven. Place the racks in your bathtub, soaking them in hot water and 1⁄2 c (120 mL) of dish detergent. Scrub away any gunk, rinse off the racks, and let them air dry.
For stubborn, greasy, cooked-on stains, mix a spoonful of baking soda, a couple drops of water, and a couple drops of dish soap on top of the stain. Then, wait 10 minutes for the mixture to soak, and wipe away the grease with a clean, moist cloth.
As an alternative, tackle the mess with a mixture of lemon water. Mix half of a lemon and 1 c (240 mL) of water in a microwave-safe bowl, and heat the mixture for 10 minutes on high. Give the lemon water another 10 minutes to sit before wiping down the inside of your microwave. [10] X Research source
Pull out the bottom dish rack and remove any food or debris caught in the dishwasher drain. Clean off your dishwasher door with warm, soapy water. [12] X Research source Clean your dishwasher filter with hot water to get rid of any food debris and gunk. Then, wipe underneath the filter with a moist sponge or toothbrush.
If you spot fingerprints on your appliance, spritz a glass cleaner onto a soft, clean cloth. Then, wipe off the fingerprints. If you notice baked-on food residue, rub the problematic spot with a baking soda paste. Then, clean off the surface with a clean, wet cloth. Pat the area dry with a towel. Don’t use harsh cleaners like bleach, ammonia, or scouring powders, which can hurt the finish on your appliances.
Ideally, try cleaning out your coffee machine once a month. [15] X Research source If you have a specialty coffeemaker, check your owner’s manual for specific cleaning instructions.
If you use your toaster every day, try to clean it once a week. If you don’t use your toaster that frequently, once a month should be enough.
Wipe down the outside of your toaster oven with a warm, sudsy rag. Then, blot it dry with a clean cloth. Clean off any baked-on stains with a baking soda paste.
Never soak the base of your can opener in water, or you could damage the appliance.
Feel free to wipe down the outside of your air fryer with a damp rag. Then, blot it dry with a clean cloth. Pour out any leftover oil from the air fryer drawer before you start cleaning.
Pour in the baking soda slowly. Wait for the initial bubbles and foam to settle before you pour in any more. If you’re cleaning a large slow cooker, add in 1 cup (230 g) of baking soda and 1 c (240 mL) of white vinegar.
If you have a warm mist-style humidifier, take a moment to clear away any minerals building up around the device’s heating element.
