Forget harsh chemicals and sweat stains—this simple homemade recipe from TikTok went viral for a reason. An oven that shines like new? No scrubbing. No lab smell.
Oven It's that quiet, overlooked kitchen hero who carefully preserves our lasagna and pies, but we – let's face it – often leave it alone in the shameful layer of greasy past. Cleaning the oven? A nightmare. But TikTok, as always, has a solution that's almost too simple to be true. And yet it is.
The secret is in chemistry (but without the lab coat)
In the foreground is a homemade "miracle in a bottle", consisting of four basic ingredients: bicarbonate of soda, vinegar, water and dishwashing detergentIf this sounds like every grandmother's basic arsenal, you're right—and that's exactly why it works.
Here's the scientific basis that would impress even a chemistry teacher:
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- Baking soda (basic) effectively breaks down grease and softens baked-on dirt.
- Vinegar (sour) It dissolves mineral residues and creates a foaming reaction that literally "lifts" dirt from the surface.
- Water helps distribute ingredients evenly.
- Detergent Well, well... he does what he does best - cleans.
When baking soda and vinegar come into contact, an effervescent reaction occurs, releasing carbon dioxide. This “mini-fireworks” mechanically loosens dirt in your oven. In short – your oven gets a mini spa treatment.
Procedure: 3… 2… spray the oven!
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- Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle:
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 dl vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of detergent
- a little warm water (enough to make the mixture liquid, but not too thin)
- Spray the inside of the oven, especially where grease and stains refuse to leave.
- Close the door and pretend everything is under control.
Leave the mixture to work overnight – let the chemistry work for you. - The next morning: Wipe the inside with a damp cloth. Surprise! The grease comes off without a fight.
- Finish with a vinegar rinse – a dash of vinegar on a clean cloth will remove any marks and provide extra shine.
- Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle:
The result?
An oven that's not just clean, but absolutely sparkling - no chemical smell, no elbow-length gloves, and no regrets about ever baking.
Why is this trick so popular?
Because it works. Because it's cheap. And because it won't cost you an hour of your life. Plus, it feels like you've mastered magic—or at least high school chemistry. The internet loves simple solutions, especially ones that combine science and a clean kitchen.
Conclusion
In a world where marketing is for everyone stain selling a new bottle of cleaner, this homemade trick is refreshingly simple. And effective. Give your oven a chance to breathe again - without suffering and with the smell of victory.