Oven doors are often one of the most frustrating parts of the kitchen to clean, but a simple technique using a magic eraser can remove stubborn baked-on stains from the glass without relentless scrubbing, according to cleaning expert Melissa George, founder of Polished Habitat.
Magic Eraser: A Natural Solution
A magic eraser is a sponge made from melamine foam that acts as a gentle abrasive, lifting stains simply by wiping across the surface. Melissa George shared her technique for tackling even long-standing oven stains, leaving the glass sparkling in as little as 10 minutes.
She said, "Because we had years of gunk, including the brief but scary fire hitting the door, I did have to use some heavy pressure in places. But I didn't use any chemicals or cleaners other than the magic eraser. And it only took 10 to 15 minutes of work."
How to Clean an Oven Glass Door with Magic Erasers
To give your oven door a thorough clean, you'll need two magic erasers — one dry and one slightly damp — to get to grips with those stubborn baked-on stains. Melissa said, "I found alternating between wet and dry magic erasers worked the best to get rid of all the grime."
If your oven is in anything near the code red situation mine was, you're going to want two Magic Erasers for this job. Similar to a pencil eraser, they break down as you use them. Simply work the sponges gently across the dirty surface, alternating between the two as they gradually wear away.
Tips for Best Results
It's advisable to concentrate on one small section at a time, as scrubbing back and forth across a larger area will prove far less effective, since not enough pressure will be applied to the surface. Within around 10 minutes, your oven door should be completely free of burn marks with very little effort needed.
