Here is a brilliant, natural, and highly effective method to get your oven door glass sparkling clean without spending a fortune on harsh commercial degreasers.
### The Baking Soda Paste Trick
This simple DIY method uses household staples to cut through baked-on grease and grime with minimal elbow grease.
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### What You Need
* **Baking soda** (about 1/2 cup)
* **Water** (a few tablespoons)
* **A small bowl**
* **A non-scratch scrubbing sponge or microfiber cloth**
* **White vinegar** (in a spray bottle)
* **Paper towels or dry cloths**
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### Step-by-Step Instructions
1. **Mix the Paste:** In your small bowl, mix the baking soda and water together until it forms a thick, spreadable paste (similar to the consistency of pancake batter or toothpaste).
2. **Apply to the Glass:** Open your oven door, make sure the glass is cool to the touch, and spread the paste evenly across the entire glass surface. Focus extra attention on the heavily stained or baked-on grease spots.
3. **Let It Sit:** Allow the paste to work its magic for **at least 20 minutes**. For extremely stubborn, years-old grease, let it sit overnight. The baking soda will naturally break down and lift the grime.
4. **Scrub Gently:** Using your non-scratch sponge or cloth, gently scrub the glass in circular motions. The baking soda acts as a mild abrasive that lifts grease without scratching the glass.
5. **Wipe and Rinse:** Wipe away the bulk of the paste with a damp cloth or paper towel.
6. **Spray with Vinegar:** Spray the glass with white vinegar. It will fizz slightly as it reacts with any leftover baking soda, helping to cut through residue and eliminate streaks.
7. **Buff to a Shine:** Wipe the glass clean with a dry microfiber cloth or paper towel until it is completely dry and streak-free.
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> **Pro Tip:** If your oven door has a hollow gap at the top where crumbs or drips sometimes slip between the glass panes, wrap a thin microfiber cloth around a butter knife or wooden skewer to reach and wipe those tricky inner edges!
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