How to Clean a Microwave

Carefully remove the vessel with the cleaning mixture in it. If your microwave has a rotating glass plate, take it out and clean it in your sink with a sponge and dish soap.

Wipe the inside of the microwave with a cloth, sponge or paper towel to remove any food residue that softened during the steaming process.

If there’s still food stuck to the glass plate or the inside of your microwave after steaming, you’ll need to scrub again. There are a few options you can use for this step: warm water and dish soap on a regular sponge, a damp melamine sponge, or a thick paste made of baking soda and water. Scrub the inside of the microwave and/or the plate with your chosen method to remove the dried food.

To disinfect the microwave, spray the inside of the microwave and door with a mixture containing 1 part water and 1 part white vinegar.

Wipe the outside of your microwave with disinfecting wipes. Alternatively, use a multipurpose cleaning spray. If you choose a spray, be sure to check that the product is safe for this purpose. After spraying the outside of the microwave, wipe the cleaner away with a paper towel or cleaning cloth.

If there are still some lingering food smells inside your microwave, put some baking soda in a bowl and place it inside the microwave. Close the door but don’t start the microwave; just allow the baking soda to sit and absorb the odors until the next time you use the microwave.