How to Clean a Microwave 

Using Vinegar 

 Using a Lemon 

Using Dish Soap 

Splatters of food from microwaving look bad, smell bad, and decrease the efficiency of your microwave. Fortunately, microwaves aren't hard to clean if you know how.

Things You'll Need

• A couple of dishcloths or sponges.
• A dish towel
• A few minutes.
• A microwave.
• A lemon
• A microwave safe bowl
• Vinegar
• Dish soap

Method 1 of 3: Using Vinegar

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   Fill a microwave-safe glass or bowl half full of water. Add a tablespoon of white vinegar.
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   Place inside the microwave.
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   Turn on for 5 minutes. You may need less time in a high-powered microwave oven; keep an eye on it the first time you try this. This will steam up the walls of the microwave and loosen the dried-on gunk.
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   Remove the glass container. Wipe down the inside of the microwave with a clean rag or paper towel.
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   The loose gunk should come off easily now.
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   Take out the glass tray or turntable and wash it like a dish. You could even run it through the dishwasher if you have time.

Method 2 of 3: Using a Lemon

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   Cut a lemon in half. Place both halves cut-side down on a microwaveable plate with a tablespoon of water.
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   Microwave for about 1 minute or until the lemon is hot and the inside of the microwave is steamy.
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   Wipe the inside of the microwave with kitchen paper and wash the plate.
   • Now that the lemon is hot and squishy, it makes a great natural cleanser for a smelly garbage disposal. Cut the halves into smaller pieces and flush through with plenty of water.

Method 3 of 3: Using Dish Soap

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   Take a microwave safe bowl and fill it with warm water.
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   Add as much dishwashing liquid as you think you'll need.
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   Put the bowl in the microwave for 1 minute or until it starts to steam.
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   Take the bowl out. Get a fairly damp sponge and wipe the inside of the microwave.
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   The steam will have loosened all of the gunk up so that you will be able to easily clean your microwave.
   • Baking soda can also be added to the bowl to serve as a deodorizer.

     Tips

     • To keep your microwave clean, cover food loosely when heating it.
     • It's always best to clean up messes in your microwave right away.
     • Leave the microwave open for a few minutes afterward in order to let it dry and air out a bit inside.
     • Clean your microwave about once or twice a month.
     • Use a scrub brush that can be used for washing dishes to get off greasy food build-up you may find.

       Warnings

       • Stand at least 5 feet away from the door. If you let it steam too long, it will burst open and spray hot water everywhere.
       • Don't use abrasive cleaners on your microwave.