I don’t even think about cleaning my dirty oven anymore: a friend showed me this trick and now it’s like new, effortlessly!

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### 🕒 Step-by-Step Instructions

#### **1. Make the Baking Soda Paste**
In a small bowl, mix the baking soda and water until you get a thick, spreadable paste. Add a few drops of lemon oil if you want that “freshly cleaned” smell.

#### **2. Apply the Paste**
Spread the paste all over the inside of your oven (avoiding heating elements). Focus on greasy spots, glass door, and areas with heavy buildup. Use gloves if you prefer, and don’t worry if it looks messy—it’s doing the hard work for you.

#### **3. Let It Sit Overnight**
Close the oven door and let the paste sit for **at least 8–12 hours**, or overnight. During this time, the baking soda breaks down the stuck-on grime without you lifting a finger.

#### **4. Wipe It Down**
The next day, take a damp cloth and wipe out as much of the dried paste as possible. It will come off easily, taking most of the grease and gunk with it.

#### **5. Spray with Vinegar**
Spray any remaining residue with white vinegar. It will fizz—this reaction helps lift off leftover grime and leaves a streak-free finish. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.

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### 💡 Bonus Tip: Clean the Oven Racks, Too

While your paste is working overnight, soak your oven racks in a bathtub filled with hot water and a few drops of dish soap or a sprinkle of baking soda. In the morning, scrub gently and rinse.

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### 🌟 The Result?

A sparkling clean oven that looks—and smells—like new. No more elbow grease. No more expensive oven cleaners. Just a few basic ingredients and a little patience.

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### Final Thoughts

Thanks to this trick, I no longer dread oven cleaning day. In fact, it hardly feels like cleaning at all! If your oven is looking a little worse for wear, give this method a try. It’s simple, natural, and incredibly effective—just like my friend promised.

Once you try it, you’ll wonder why you ever scrubbed and sprayed your way through oven cleaning before.

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