It’s not a fun job to clean oven glass, but it’s necessary. Without it, your food will taste terrible and the smoke from your oven will be poisonous.

Whenever you cook on your stove, it’s likely that some grime will build up on the glass of your oven door—and it just looks unsanitary. In contrast, however, a bright shining oven glass can make your kitchen look like a dream.

That’s where this post comes in. In this article, we’ll share some advice on how to make the process easier. Keep reading for some oven glass cleaning tips that will help you achieve clear, sparkling appliances.

What You Need to Clean Oven Glass

An old rag is one of the most essential tools in this process. You may want to opt for a white one. There’s something very satisfying about watching the grime build up on your cloth; it feels like you’re making tons of progress.

Still, any cloth will do—just make sure it’s not something you plan on using for anything else. Other essentials include:

  • Baking soda
  • White vinegar
  • Water
  • Dish soap (optional)
  • Commercial glass cleaner

You can use any ammonia-free window cleaner that works for your windows at home. If you don’t have any commercial glass cleaners, don’t worry; your oven will look great either way.

Choosing the Best Products for Your Oven

It’s always best to use non-abrasive cleaners on your glass since these won’t cause scratches. Products that contain ammonia, bleach, or alcohol should also be avoided when you’re cleaning oven glass. They can strip the protective coating off of your oven and make it more susceptible to stains and dirt.

Finally, avoid products that contain acids (such as hydrofluoric acid) because they will dull the finish on your oven door and cause it to age prematurely.

How to Clean Oven Glass

Now that you have your tools and supplies, it’s time to get down to business. Here are the steps that you should take for oven glass cleaning:

Make Sure Your Oven Is Cool Before You Begin

The first step to cleaning your oven glass is making sure that it’s cool. While some people may be tempted to clean the oven right after dinner, don’t! Touching a hot oven will put you in a world of pain, so the best thing you can do for yourself is to wait at least an hour before beginning any cleaning process.

When you’re ready to start, make sure that you wear safety gloves for added protection. Then, take out all the racks from inside of the oven and place them on top of something non-flammable, like cardboard.

Remove Your Oven Door

If you’re looking to clean your oven glass but don’t want to risk damaging it, the best option is simply to remove your oven door. Removing the door also makes it easier for you to get to hard-to-reach places. So, how do you detach your oven door?

First, turn off the power and make sure nothing is hot inside by checking with a thermometer in several spots throughout the interior of your appliance. If it’s cool, open the oven at an angle so you can remove the screws at the hinge.

You should now be able to lift the door enough for you to disconnect any other hinges holding its lower edge in place. Following that, place the door on a flat surface, away from any areas where it might fall and break.

Apply Baking Soda to Old Grime

The next step is to apply a baking soda paste to the glass. Make sure it’s evenly distributed and let it sit for about 10 – 30 minutes. If your oven has been neglected, this will be enough time for the paste to do its magic on grime that’s been stuck for months.

Soak a Rag in White Vinegar

Take your rag and soak it in white vinegar. The acid in the vinegar will help break down any grease or dirt that may be on your oven glass.

Wipe off all the baking soda with this cloth. The chemicals will multiply each other’s cleaning power for a better result.

You might think, “Shouldn’t you avoid acids on your oven glass?” Vinegar is one of the many exceptions to this rule. It’s a gentle acid that’s powerful enough to dissolve the gunk but not strong enough to damage surfaces.

Gently Scrub at the Baked-on Grease Using Circular Motions

To get the very best results, you’ll want to use a non-abrasive sponge or cloth. Be careful not to press too hard; you’re just trying to loosen up the greasy film so that it can be removed more easily with a paper towel.

Lightly wipe away any residue left over from your efforts with warm water.

Finish With a Commercial Glass Cleaner for Shine

If your oven glass is really dirty, you might need to use a commercial glass cleaner to get the remaining gunk off. Be sure to follow the directions on the bottle carefully. It’s the only way to make sure you’re using the right amount of product for the shiniest results.

Make Your Oven Glass Look New Again

We hope that with our advice, you now have a better understanding of how to clean oven glass and make it glisten again. But, even with these simple steps, getting your oven glass clean is not as easy as it looks.

If you really want to reclaim your kitchen space but don’t have the time, let us help. Get a free quote for all your home’s sanitary needs today. We offer services throughout the Savannah, GA area and can help you get your oven glass looking brand new.