We have the best Homemade Oven Cleaner that really works without heavy fumes. It is so easy to make and all natural.

My oven is overdue for a good cleaning but I haven’t wanted to use lots of chemicals to get the job done. The fumes from the store bought oven cleaners are pretty strong so I started looking for another solution.
This is the best oven cleaner for baked on grease and very simple to make. It works great and is completely all natural. I think you will be pleasantly surprised how well an all-natural oven cleaner can actually work.
I have been making my own cleaners for years and also like DIY Hardwood Floor Cleaner and DIY All-Purpose Cleaner.
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Why We Love This
With a little elbow grease and a few simple ingredients, you can make the best oven cleaner without harsh chemicals. I bet you already have what you need at home to make this.
You are going to be so amazed how few ingredients is really needed to make the best oven cleaner. After using this, we all agreed our oven has never looked better.
Plus, I didn’t have to expose myself and my family to all those yucky chemicals or use the self-cleaning function. I have never had much success with the self-cleaning cycle on a self-cleaning oven.
While there are other methods with dish soap, lemons or lemon juice and more, I prefer this simple method.
Supplies
- ½ cup baking soda
- 3 tablespoons water
- white vinegar
- spray bottle
- small brush or foam brush
- rags
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1. In a small bowl, add the baking soda and water.
Step 2. Combine until a baking soda paste forms. It will be a thick spreadable paste.
Step 3. Brush the past on the oven grime with a foam brush or rag. The mixture should cover but remain on the oven surface. Don’t forget to sprinkle some on the oven door.
Step 4. Allow the mixture to stay in the oven for 4-6 hours until dry. Allowing it to soak will make it easy to remove the stains. Use a dry rag to rub the dry baking soda mixture off of the oven and scrub away the dirt and grime.
Step 5. Scoop and brush away the loose and excess baking soda. Then add vinegar to a spray bottle and spray the vinegar onto the oven. Make sure to cover all the areas.
Step 6. The remaining baking soda will fizzle and dissolve. Wipe away any residue with a damp cloth, paper towel or sponge.
Pro Tips
- Allow the baking soda mixture to sit for the minimum time so it works the best.
- Avoid all heating elements and make sure your oven is off when cleaning with diy oven cleaner.
- You can also use this to clean oven racks. It is so convenient to get it all cleaned at the same time.
- Feel free to use gloves when cleaning the oven.
- This is a great task to use old towels or rags.
- Make sure to get the cleaning solution on all nooks and crannies.
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Try this easy natural Oven Cleaner recipe and leave a comment once you do. I can’t wait to hear how it worked for you. We love this for oven cleaning.
Homemade Oven Cleaner
Equipment
- ½ cup baking soda
- 3 tablespoons water
- vinegar
- spray bottle
- small brush or foam brush
- rags
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix baking soda and water until a paste forms.
- Brush onto the oven grime with a foam brush or rag.
- The mixture should cover but remain on the oven surface. Let set for 4-6 hours until dry. Use a dry rag to rub the dry baking soda mixture off of the oven, rubbing away the grime.
- Scoop up and brush away the loose and excess baking soda.Add vinegar to a spray bottle and spray the vinegar onto the oven, covering all areas.
- The remaining baking soda will fizzle and dissolve. Wipe away with a damp cloth.
I have a self cleaning oven, but if I need to clean any other part of the door, or outside, I have always used dishwasher granules with a squirt or two or so of Dawn dish washing liquid, works like a charm. I can think it down with water ad using at as a paste or use it as a paste!! Also use it on anything that has burnt food in/on/or around it accordingly.
Great tip – Thank you for sharing.
Can this be used on self cleaning ovens and no affect this function for spot cleaning. I know they say not to use oven cleaners.
I use it on mine for spot cleaning and it has the self cleaning function as well. I haven’t had any issues with it. Thank you!
My oven has a self cleaning function, but can I use it inside on some spots instead of turning it on?
Yes definitely!
Can you use this on gas ovens