Oven Cleaning in Manchester (1)

The best way to clean the inside of your oven involves getting the right equipment and oven cleaning products, including:

• Rubber gloves
• Soft cloths or sponges
• Scrub brush
• Baking tray or bowl
• Baking soda
• White vinegar
• Dish soap
• Warm water
• Oven cleaner (optional, for stubborn grime)

With these basic supplies (and some elbow grease!), you can tackle most oven cleaning tasks. And, for a step-by-step guide, check out our guide on how to clean an oven.

The easiest way to find out is to check your oven's manual or the manufacturer's website. It should clearly state if your model of oven has a self-cleaning function.

Benefits of a self-cleaning oven

• No scrubbing or elbow grease needed!
• Good hygiene thanks to high temperatures that kill bacteria and germs
• Energy-saving features that can reduce energy consumption by up to 20% are common with many modern self-cleaning ovens

The time you need to wait before using your oven after cleaning depends on the cleaning method you’ve chosen:

• DIY ‘natural’ cleaning – If you've used a natural, eco-friendly solution like baking soda and vinegar, you can typically use your oven immediately after cleaning
• Shop-bought oven cleaners – Always follow the specific instructions on the product label as some may require a specific waiting period
• Professional oven cleaning – Wait 15-20 minutes, run the oven at its highest temperature to burn off any chemical residue, and open a window for ventilation
• Self-cleaning ovens – Once the self-cleaning cycle is complete and the oven has cooled down, you can use it immediately

No. Oven cleaning services don’t typically include cleaning the hob or extractor fan as part of a standard service - but many will offer it as an extra for an additional fee.

If you can stretch your budget, it makes sense to have your oven and hob cleaned together. To find out if everything can be done at the same time, discuss details with oven cleaners working near you.

As a general rule, you should aim to deep clean your oven every 3-6 months. However, the ideal frequency will depend on how often you use your oven and the type of cooking you do.

If you have a large family and/or you use your oven a lot, you might want to consider having it cleaned more often.

Some common types of cleaning products used by oven cleaning services to clean dirty ovens include:

• Alkaline-based cleaners that break down grease and carbon
• Acid-based cleaners that are great for removing mineral deposits and limescale
• Enzymatic cleaners that use natural enzymes to break down organic matter, such as food residue

Fancy giving it a go yourself? Check out our how-to guide for a lowdown on what's involved.