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However hard you try, it's impossible to keep your oven looking spotless forever. Pots bubble over, food makes its way off baking trays and built-up grime becomes difficult to remove. Baked-on grease and dirt on the sides, racks and door of your oven aren't the easiest things to clean, but there is a way to combat this mess in the form of a tough, specialised cleaner.
We've looked for the best oven cleaners to buy online at Tesco, ASDA, Waitrose and Amazon so you can achieve a professional finish. Popular brands like Astonish, Oven Pride and Mr Muscle have some really effective products, but not all will be suitable for certain surfaces. So, whether you want to clean your oven's glass door or scrub your barbecue, read on for the solution. At the bottom of this article, we have also recommended a Refillable Multi-Surface Cleaner, picked up by low waste blogger Kate Bamber, which might be a handy option to reduce waste, so scroll down to check it out!
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Not all oven cleaning products are versatile, so it's just as important to check where you shouldn't be using your oven cleaner as where you should. The first thing to note is that most of them shouldn't be used in self-cleaning ovens as these have their own methods to get them looking spick and span.
If you've checked that the oven itself is suitable for a certain product, it is also important to know that some can only be used inside ovens, so don't try to use it on other parts unless it is clear that it's OK to do so.
There are also specific surfaces that are out of bounds for some cleaners. The chemicals in these cleaners tend not to mix well with oven trim, aluminium and sometimes even glass – so be careful of oven doors. If a cleaner says it includes an abrasive, it shouldn't be used on non-stick surfaces.
Likewise, if you want to clean your hob, a hob cleaner will help you to get the job done!
You are not limited on choices when it comes to how you want to apply your oven cleaner. Lots of products are sold as sprays, some of which can just be sprayed on and left while others require a bit of scrubbing with a cloth or sponge.
Other methods you may come across include brushes, which offer precise application, or there are those which just require you to cover the area you intend to clean with product using a cloth or sponge. In some instances, the best form of application will come with the product so you don't have to go out and buy anything extra, but this is not always the case.
The length of time that a cleaning product needs to be left in your oven will depend in part on how dirty the oven is to begin with and therefore how much mess a cleaner needs to work through.
Most oven cleaners will require that you leave them on for at least a few minutes, but some will suggest a few hours and others will even say overnight, so it is definitely worth planning ahead and checking that you're not going to need to use the oven anytime soon.
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While the majority of oven cleaners specify that they should be used in a cold oven, some will suggest that you heat the oven very gently in order for the product to be effective. Be very careful, however, when cleaning a warm oven. Most products will only suggest you put your oven on at a low setting for a few minutes, just so there is a bit of heat, and you should never risk burns by putting your hand in a hot oven.
All in all, buying a cleaner that requires a warm oven to work won't demand too much extra effort and you'll just need to take a bit of extra care. However, if you want the most hassle-free option, it may be best to go for a regular formula.
When working with oven cleaners, you are getting up close and personal with what can be very powerful chemicals. While these might work wonders on your dirty oven, they can be incredibly damaging to the skin, so it's important that you take all of the safety precautions necessary. This is made much easier when extras like gloves are included.
Also aiding in the safe application of oven cleaner are tools like brushes, cloths and sponges that come with the product. The fact that they are sold alongside a chemical solution show that they are the best kit to use, and you'll save some time and money by not having to buy extras yourself.
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Oven Pride is one of the UK's most popular oven cleaning brands for a reason: their products work. This full kit comes with everything you need to get your oven shining, including bags into which you can put the racks to clean them without all of the scrubbing that is usually necessary.
While it does use strong chemicals to remove oven grease and burnt-on food, this cleaner still has a fume-free formula so it won't cause a stink in your kitchen. To protect you from the strong solution, every kit comes with a pair of gloves, allowing you to effectively clean your oven without worrying about your safety.
The whole oven can be tackled with this specialist cleaner from Astonish. While the impressive results might indicate otherwise, no harsh chemicals are used to create this powerful formula. Instead, it uses ingredients like orange oil which are far less dangerous but still work wonders.
In fact, it is so safe that you don't even need to use gloves to use it. Instead, this product relies on an abrasive, with a surface specific sponge included to dislodge dirt – definitely the safer (and less smelly) way to do so.
The uses of this oven cleaner are endless. Whether you're looking to clean your oven, your barbecue or even your grill pans and pyrex dishes, this solution is able to work its magic. No scrubbing is required, making this cleaning method one that requires minimal effort – all you need to do is leave the gel to do its job.
Safety has been made a priority by Oven Mate as they provide you with all of the equipment you'll need. The gloves will stop any contact with skin, which is only helped by the long arm of the brush which will keep you out of harm's way.
This complete kit has everything you need to get every part of your oven clean. In addition to its powerful cleaning solution, it also comes with gloves to help you apply it safely and bags that allow you to properly clean your oven racks separately.
It will transform your oven without emitting nasty fumes into your house. Suitable for glass and stainless steel, it will be able to tackle dirt in any area of your oven, including the door. Plus, with 500 ml of cleaner, you won't run out of this in a hurry.
As the familiar name 'Mr Muscle' suggests, this cleaner has the strength to remove even the toughest stains. It is specifically designed to help you tackle grease, which is notoriously hard to conquer, and the precision spray head means you can target this solution's power exactly where you want it.
This product uses a unique self-scouring formula to dissolve baked on residues, saving you from doing the scrubbing yourself. Though, some users have commented on how strong the smell is, something which is difficult to avoid with chemical oven cleaners but can nevertheless be very unpleasant.
This oven cleaner from Amway uses a unique but highly effective gel formula that will instantaneously soften, dissolve, and lift off stubborn baked-on food, grease and stains. It is perfect to use on those stubborn stains that just don't seem to budge.
Not much scrubbing or scouring is needed either, though you do get a brush that will help with applying the product as well as helping you to physically dislodge food particles. Once all of the grime and dirt comes off the surface, all you have to do is wipe all of it away with a sponge or cloth dipped in hot water.
As opposed to using the harsh chemicals that many oven cleaners rely on for their grease-removing power, this cleaner instead looks to more eco-friendly solutions. The ingredients are plant-based and biodegradable, making it the environmental choice when it comes to oven cleaners.
There is a reason, however, that brands use harsh chemicals in their oven cleaners, and that's because they work. Without this strength, this cleaner is unlikely to be as effective as those that do use them, but it may be a sacrifice you're willing to make for the greener option.
Now for something a bit different. Unlike the other cleaners on this list which mainly rely on a chemical solution to remove grime, all you need with these cloths is a drop of water. The microfibre material has a special texture which makes it remarkably good at getting rid of oven dirt all by itself.
This method is great for those who want to avoid chemicals or strong smells in the house, but it definitely requires more elbow grease than the alternatives, so you'll have to be up for quite a bit of scrubbing to get your oven looking nice and clean.
This oven cleaner will leave your oven looking better than when you first bought it. It promises to not only remove grease and burnt-on dirt but also to add a sparkle and shine to your oven. In addition, it can be used on the hob, so you can see added shine there, too.
Some reviewers did have issues with how much the spray cap application was able to cover, and the fact that not as much muck was removed as they would like. However, as one of the cheapest cleaners on this list, the low price might be enough to entice people in.
If you want a quick solution to your dirty oven woes, then this super speedy spray is just what you need. It gets to work immediately, whether that's on the interior of your oven or your barbecue.
This cleaner does recommend that your oven is a little warm before use, which can make application a bit trickier than with other products. It is also worth pointing out that, while this cleaner is quick to apply and to work, it could require two or three goes to properly get rid of grease.
Fortunately, it's getting much easier to find environmentally-friendly cleaning alternatives for the kitchen and home nowadays.
If you're interested in finding out more, check out eco-expert Kate Bamber's top picks in our specialist article Top 10 Essentials for a Low-Waste Kitchen, which include this amazing refillable surface cleaner, plastic-free dish brushes and more.
We also highly recommend giving her a follow on her Instagram at @my_plastic_free_home for all the best tips and tricks!
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