Every person has encountered the problem of microwave oven contamination. At such moments, some began to use chemicals, while others resorted to folk remedies. What methods are the most effective and working?
Causes of microwave oven contamination
In order to easily clean and prevent subsequent contamination of the microwave oven, you need to understand the reasons why this happens.
- During use, splashes of fat eat into the walls of the appliance (this can be avoided by heating food in special containers).
- Damaged wall coating or its absence is a consequence of long-term use.
Each of these reasons can be avoided or corrected.
There are two ingredients that will help in cleaning equipment.
How to clean a microwave oven with baking soda
The simplest and most common method is to clean the device with soda and water. You will need baking soda, a deep plate (preferably ceramic or heat-resistant glass), a hard sponge, 2 cups of clean water, and any detergent.
You need to pour 2 glasses of water into a deep plate and pour 3 tablespoons of baking soda into it. Then stir until the soda dissolves. Place in the microwave for 5-10 minutes (depending on the degree of contamination).
During the heating process, the water and soda will evaporate, steaming away the greasy deposits.Baking soda has an antiseptic and cleaning effect, and water helps loosen dirt.
After evaporation is completed, you need to wait 10 minutes, and then remove the plate and remove all greasy deposits with a sponge (this will not be difficult to do).
The device is ready for further use.
How to Clean a Microwave with Vinegar
You can consolidate the result by using vinegar.
If the device is already clean, then it is enough to wipe the inner walls with a vinegar solution (1 teaspoon of 9 percent vinegar and 1 glass of water). This way, cleanliness will remain for a long period of time, because vinegar will not allow grease to be absorbed into the walls, but you can also remove it by lightly wiping it with a rag.
If the device is dirty, you also need to place a plate with a solution of vinegar and water for 5-7 minutes to warm up, and then wipe the previously contaminated surface with the soft side of a sponge soaked in detergent.
Vinegar must be handled carefully, after opening the window. Vinegar vapors negatively affect human internal organs, so inhaling vinegar concentrate is dangerous and undesirable. It is better to leave the room when the solution evaporates.
So every problem can be solved. Two readily available ingredients, used together or separately, can help remove dirt from your microwave. But it’s still better not to start this process and clean it once every 2 months. This will help make your life easier and keep you healthy.
