How To Clean An Oven With Magic Eraser

The Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is a useful tool for removing buildup without a ton of scrubbing or scraping, but it does have some limitations. Although the Magic Eraser feels like a soft sponge, it actually contains abrasive materials that effectively "erase" buildup. This abrasiveness makes it unsuitable for use on any surfaces that scratch easily, like Teflon or marble. However, a glass oven door can easily be cleaned with a Magic Eraser without sustaining damage.

In addition, a Magic Eraser may not be able to handle hard, caked-on debris. For best results, use a Magic Eraser as just one of several cleaning tools for restoring the inside of your oven.

To clean your oven, start by removing the oven racks. Place them in a deep sink, the bathtub or even in a large plastic bin and let them soak in warm, soapy water. While they're still in the water, scrub them with steel wool to remove any burnt-on debris and to restore shine to the metal. Use a towel to dry the racks.

Your oven probably has a lot of burnt food stuck to the bottom, and it's not going to come up without a fight. Start by softening this debris with a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Spray or carefully pour vinegar directly over the burnt remnants. Then generously sprinkle baking soda over top and let the mixture rest for about five to 10 minutes.

Spray more vinegar onto a scrubby sponge and use this to work the baking soda into the buildup. At this point, most of the food scraps should lift up easily. If you encounter stubborn areas, use a plastic scraper for extra leverage in removing the debris. Repeat the soaking procedure if needed.

Use paper towels to wipe out as much of the baking soda and burnt food as possible. Give the oven a final wipe-down with a damp towel.

The Magic Eraser may not be the best choice for cleaning the bottom of your oven, but it's perfect for cleaning up the oven door. You don't even need to presoak the greasy buildup on the door first. Simply wet the Magic Eraser, wring out the excess moisture and wipe the inside of the door.

As the Magic Eraser gets soiled, turn it over to a clean area and continue. You can also rinse the Magic Eraser to clean it before wringing out the excess water and continuing. Eventually, the Magic Eraser will shrink considerably in size and will have no clean areas to work with. Throw away the used one and repeat the process with a fresh Magic Eraser if needed.

You can also use the Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to clean the exterior of the oven. Clean stains and debris from glass stove tops or wipe fingerprints and drip marks off of stainless steel.

If you're not sure this deceptively simple tool is right for you, read some Mr. Clean Magic Eraser reviews before making a decision. Many people find it quick and easy to use for cleaning up around the kitchen, but a budget-conscious consumer may prefer to stick with more affordable options.