Chapter 08Home & Car

What's the easiest way to clean an oven?

Make a paste of baking soda and water, coat the inside (avoid heating elements), leave overnight, then wipe with vinegar spray. Skip the toxic sprays and self-clean cycle if you can.

Follow-up questions

How often?

Every 3 months for regular users. After anything burns is a good trigger.

Self-clean cycle — safe?

It works but stresses electronics, smells terrible, and has caused apartment fires. Use as a last resort with ventilation.

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