Ovens can become caked in grease and grime very fast, which is both unhygienic and makes the appliance work harder. They can also be hard to clean, especially when the grime becomes stubborn. After removing a couple of liners I had at the bottom of my oven, I was shocked to find a pile of burnt-on food and grime build-up.
I knew I needed a special product to tackle it, so I headed down to my local Home Bargains to see what they had on offer, and I found a complete range of oven cleaning products. I went for the Oven Pride Complete Oven Cleaning System for around £3, and it comes complete with a solution, a bag and gloves.
The company behind the product said: “Transform your oven with our powerful all-in-one cleaning system, which tackles tough grease and burnt-on food to give unbeatable results and leave your oven sparkling clean.”
It’s important to wear gloves when using this product at all times, making sure to cover wrists and arms to avoid irritation.
To start with, I carefully placed two oven racks into the provided cleaning bag, being careful not to tear or puncture it.
I then poured half of the cleaning solution into the bag before sealing it, taking care not to seal in any air.
The clear cleaning solution started to work immediately, with the racks turning sparkling and the solution turning brown.
After tilting the bag to make sure the racks were covered, I put them to one side for four hours.
Making sure to wear the same gloves, I poured the remaining solution into my two ovens, making sure to evenly distribute it.
With a sponge, I carefully applied some to the rest of the oven, working from back to front.
I then left this to soak for four hours, but the instructions say you can leave it to work overnight for the best results.
After four hours, I took a sponge and wiped the interior of the oven, where lots of sludge and burnt-on food came away with no scrubbing.
My oven was looking brand new, and I was so surprised at how well the product worked.
Whilst wearing gloves, I carefully removed the racks from the bag, and I was so surprised at how well they had cleaned because no other product had managed to get them clean before.
I rinsed and soaked them in the sink with hot water before drying them and placing them back in the oven. Overall, my oven was sparkling, and I was so impressed with the cleaning system.
It’s important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using chemicals, so I made sure to dispose of them all in a safe manner.
