How to Clean a Toaster (Oven!) Helpful Tips for Cleaning Your Kitchen Appliances (Clean My Space)

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Toasters, the unwanted wedding gift, the college dorm necessity, and the perpetrator of our addiction to carbs. Well, except for me, because I am wheat intolerant and haven't had a darn piece of toast in over 12 years. Not like I'm mad about it or anything.
Anyway, that aside, you guys have all kinds of toaster cleaning questions. And, I can't blame you, because the toaster is this compartmentalized gadget that gets placed neatly in a corner and all the dirty little secrets are lurking on the racks or the crumb tray. And to make matters more complicated, there are two kinds of toasters out there: pop up toasters and toaster ovens.
Each needs to be cleaned a little differently, so we'll handle both here.

[@TheDatadump]

Easy to use. This version does not have a digital timer kzbin.infoUgkxRDB_bcaZEIluKD5LMPVlvPAA2E1HbFNo but to be honest the analog timer works well --- plus when cooking you often check things and there is probably a clock on your stove, one on your phone, on your wall, etc ...We have cooked a few things using the air fryer, some with the bake/air fryer combo. Also, it toasts bagels perfectly ... or as perfect as you can heat up bread.The air fryer basket takes some scrubbing, sometimes, to get it clean --- but that is the same with any wire basket. Maybe one minute if cheese or something gets on it.

[@SteveDensmore]

You just cleaned a brand new toaster oven. Great job!

[@poonambains87]

Hey Melissa, I just recently discovered your channel about two weeks ago, and have been watching all your videos religiously since! I have never been a tidy and clean person, no one really taught me how to do it, and I can tell you that since I have discovered your videos my home is so much cleaner and I have learned so much from you!! You're super motivating and make cleaning fun and not sucha drag!

[@onlyyou1nce]

Great video Melissa! My fiancé is going to be so happy now that I know how to get that plastic mark off the toaster oven! We left our pita wraps in the plastic bag on top of the brand new toaster oven and I thought I ruined it! Now it will look brand new!! Keep the videos coming!

[@cleanmyspace]

Aw, Lori, that's great to hear! I can only imagine how challenging it is to do this with kids around, especially if you have kids that no longer participate in the 'tidy up song' fun. A few ideas: you can teach via leading by example, as well as making cleaning not dreadful, chore-like nor stressful. Kids tend to respond better to that. Hope that helps and I am so pleased that these videos have been a help for you.

[@scottym3]

I'm curious if you did anything special to clean out the bottom/inside of the toaster. Always scraps getting stuck there. I'm talking about on each side of the crumb tray.

[@Bsantana1989]

Vídeo starts at 1:05 for pop up toaster. 3:21 for toaster oven

[@loriscoupons51]

(Part2)I get so caught up in the daily cleaning and picking up I didn't even think about things like"toasters".I didn't even know there was a bottom part that came off.Lame huh? One of the reasons I love your videos is because now I carve out time from the everyday cleaning and do some not so obvious cleaning.I don't even care if anyone notices it! I know and it's a GREAT feeling! I'm learning lots(yes,I should be passing it down to the kids.Maybe tomorrow?)Anyway,Thanks for the "mindset"!

[@IDontTalkToCops]

I just found your channel & I've watched about 6 cleaning tips in a row. I keep promising myself I'll get cleaning after the next video. Lucky you've got lots of videos ;)

[@9622paige]

I got my really expensive super nice toaster oven for Christmas because I’m 21 and live in my parents backyard in a 32 foot long camper which only has a gas oven and I don’t feel safe using gas. Anyways just recently cleaned it because I was baking chicken and the juice dripped all over it and stupid me didn’t put the drip tray under the rack but I realized just how nice it was compared to the last junky one I had when I figured out you just pull out a second drip tray and wash that and then stick in back in (let me explain, the main drip tray slides into the rack itself. The second one pulls out from the bottom). My last toaster had to be tipped upside down and the entire bottom opened up to clean the bottom because it didn’t come apart. It made me thankful that this newer version has not only one but two slide out drip trays. It’s actually very similar to the two that yours has.

[@mamastern]

Girl! I love you for this video. I do have plastic bag transfers I cannot get off, but I've never tried nail polish remover. Thank you. Going to be cleaning our toaster over soon. Appreciate your help.

[@brendarose3941]

I don’t have a toaster oven. I have the pop up type. But I want to watch the entire video because I have family members that have the over type. Education is education regardless of the subject. Thanks!

[@BB-yg4fp]

I may have missed it, however if you haven't done a video on it yet I'd love to see one about how to clean a waffle iron! Just discovered your page today and loving all the tips I've seen so far!

[@applepiebetty]

You make great videos that are clear, and the sound level is also clear and steady. What camera do you use and recording system? You're an awfully smart cookie for being so young. Wish you great success on all your endeavors. I hope you answer this, because I don't see any replays to the other ones on this page.

[@tommybro5313]

Lol

[@lablonde2410]

I discovered your videos this week and i watched almost all of them already, so today i decided to go for a big clean of the kitchen, applying some of your tips as well (i wish the microwave was so easy to clean as it looks in your video :D ) While i was cleaning, i noticed the toaster being quite dirty, i start cleaning it, but i gave up. so tonight i came back on youtube to ask you if you could make a video about how to clean a toaster and here it is! :) thank you very much!

[@AHA500]

You should have asked a friend who really uses their toaster oven to let you borrow so you could clean it and make a video. Using new or already sparkling clean appliances is not a good way to demonstrate your tips. I’m sure your next cleaning video will be great 👍🏼 keep it going.

[@BeAHappyPappyPuppy]

I'm cleaning my whole house and your videos are helping so much!

[@ziyasalvat9173]

Hi I love your videos can you please please do how to clean a washer and dryer

[@AnimeFunGirl82]

My sister has been living in her house over 5 years the toaster oven was in her house from previous owners. I would like to clean this highly used never cleaned toaster oven as a thank you gift for letting me and my autistic son with his support animal stay with her while I find somewhere to live.

[@AnimeFunGirl82]

I wish I can post a picture but to be honest it looks like it would be best to buy a new one. Is there anyway you repost this video using someone else's toaster oven so your method is more believable??? Please 🥺

[@cleanmyspace]

I wouldn't say to take everything apart, but you can spray and soak these gunky areas for say 20 minutes and then scrub with a cleaning toothbrush. If you can find an enzyme cleaner, you are in even better shape!

[@elenireviews5772]

I love your videos! They are so proffessional! I really appreciate that you give step by step instructions

[@boatwidow2002]

Try this mixture....in a spray bottle mix 12oz of white vinegar, 12 oz of Dawn Dishwashing Liquid (so 1:1) and 1 Tbsp liquid laundry soap (I use Purex). Give a little shake to mix. Spray on your glass shower door (I even spray the tile), let sit for about 5-10 minutes, rub the area with a dampened microfibre cloth & then rinse well with your shower head. Easy peasy lemon squeasy...with no scrubbing. Hope this helps

[@jonbell4060]

Girl. My toaster has been neglected beyond cleaning. What about a really deep clean? Baked on grease etc?

[@altairstar1922]

Same here.

[@robinq5511]

This toaster you are cleaning is like mine on the inside - mine is a retro version of the old Sunbeam. What makes it hard to clean is the flat metal that holds the toast and the "guides" which are supposed to help the crumbs fall to the bottom. The don't; instead everything sticks to them which are hard to reach - let alone clean. So here is what I used along with your tools: Rubbing Alcohol Artist paint brush & small Foam paint brush 10" Bamboo chop stick: one end is pointed, the other is square & flat Bamboo Kabob stick about as long Green scouring pad that you split in half so its thickness is thin - works like velcro I dipped the artist brush in the alcohol to dampen all the areas where the crumbs were stuck then used the chop stick to scrape them down. Some areas needed to be repeated to get them off. The Kabob stick got in the tighter areas like corners. The alcohol helped to loosen the grease & burnt stuff from the metal. I probably should have left the tray in place until the end, but that is where thinning the scouring pad helped. If you wrap it around the chop stick it can be used where the tray goes to reach the fallen crumbs that won't shake out. I used the foam brush to paint the entire outside with the cream of tartar mix which worked like a polish on both the stainless steel and plastic if you let it sit a few minutes. Gets all the splashed little dots of grease that are so hard to get off without using anything abrasive. The I finished up with a stainless polish that should help keep the outside easier to clean next time. Also the alcohol dries pretty quick...so no dampness issues there.

[@sheilarobertson9717]

I keep my toaster in a lower cabinet sitting on a lipped cookie sheet to catch the crumbs. We take it out, pan and all, and rarely have a crumb on the countertop or in the cabinet to clean up.

[@jessbooo14]

Hi, great video. How do you clean goggles and other pool toys? Like get the residue off?

[@suppusoora]

Hey Melissa, i got a weird cleaning question. Can u please do a video on how to clean ur pepper mill. I mean, seriously, how do i clean it? Thank u...XOXOXO

[@zendoralerue630]

My toaster oven inside "roof" area has baked on grease and I find it impossible to get rid of it. It even causes smoke to form at times. I like your videos. You have a vibrant personality.

[@svetlanauster]

Zendora Le Rue so how did you end up getting it off? I have the same problem

[@poonambains87]

I was wondering if you could please help me out with my toaster oven! I did exactly what you have said and the inside and racks look great. However, my toaster oven is really burnt from the top. I cant even remember how that happend. How can I get rid of these dark burnt stains? Thank you so much for all your videos!!

[@MantonioBanderas]

UGH... right with you on the wheat issues. I stupidly still eat it sometimes... man my hands are sore.

[@winnybeth]

I really love your videos I've almost seen all of them, they are clear and very beautiful, you and your husband are doing a great job, cause you are helping a lot of persons to do a great job each one in their homes. I have a lunch bag that is reusable and I would like to clean it, also I neet to know how to clean the car inside mostly. I tried the C.of T. and it lets a wonderful shine. Thanks a lot.

[@stevehumphries4928]

Heck ... you did such a good job in under 7 min ... I think I can afford to hire you to clean mine. You get a like from me. Every time I start to clean something I hurt my back. Apparently my lumbar and tail bone are out of place.

[@Ogre2011]

How did you become so enthusiastic about cleaning. Also how can one clean leather mens shoes, i have heard companys use olive oil but it never is as good to what is done by the prof. shoe makers

[@bananaborz1]

Is cream of tartar just for stainless steel?

[@enexified]

i'm a little confused! you didn't mention adding the dish soap into anywhere for the toaster oven, so i'm wondering if your only concoction is creme of tartar and water?

[@cassandralibertywest4310]

Most people say to use Baking Soda, not Cream of Tartar. She seems to be a yuppie kid who doesn't realize that tiny jars of Cream of Tartar would cost a lot more than Baking Soda.

[@rachelsanchez3979]

@@cassandralibertywest4310 cream of tartar can be found at stores that sell in bulk (ie Winco) and will cost only pennies!

[@cassandralibertywest4310]

@@rachelsanchez3979 Thanks. I'll check Winco out. They are starting limit their bulk items at our Winco, but it's worth a try.

[@high_fructose_corn_syrup]

Great ideas. But remember, use non acetone polish remover!! Acetone polish remover will dissolve the plastic on the toaster itself.

[@iloveprivacy8167]

The nail polish remover she shows is definitely acetone-based.

[@jessi330]

The exterior of my stainless steel (brushed) toaster oven has grease stains. Windex has not removed them. Any tips?

[@loriscoupons51]

(My post is too long so I'll 2-part it, just so you know)It's not that I really hate cleaning, but it feels like it's never ending.With a teenager and 2 boys under 4 in the house (who,by the way, used to love to pick up their stuff whenever I'd sing the "clean-up song") I seem to be fighting an uphill battle to keep things tidy and to get help from them.I've tried and still do try different things to get them to help,but emotionally,it's just easier to do it myself.(I know,not good for them)

[@cuteangle75]

Ur videos are soooo helpful =) so I have this shirt with an oil stain on the sleeve nd its been their for months.. How could I get rid of it?

[@emilyc3385]

this is one of the best videos ever because we have an oven and it is so gross this is going to make it even cleaner thank you so so so much melissa very very great video and always my fav youtuber number 1

[@GVanet]

I just bought a large counter top oven. Can you give me ideas on how to clean that when needed! Thanks!!!!!

[@imeldapearce]

Thanks. I had no use for cream of tartar before except for making meringue.

[@lindabratcher4457]

If you want more potassium in your diet, put some in your iced tea or other drink.

[@veronicaledesma8040]

I have brown stains inside my toaster oven I'm guessing it's from baking chicken on high heat I didn't notice until my chicken was done by then the grease prolly imbedded into the interior , I scrubbed really hard with soapy water but it's still there' my toaster oven is brand new any tips on getting this tough grease stain off???

[@xhopelight]

Use a Magic Eraser, follow the instructions on it exactly (wet it, wring it out completely, etc.)

[@MariaRodriguez-zn8rh]

Oven was already clean 👏

[@BonitaCassidy]

Where do you get your microfiber cloths from ?

[@cab102361]

thank you so much. My dear sister in law gave me a well used toaster oven. They have 4 kids...lol. So I need to clean it . Good video.

[@Mihimumtua]

Two as- #1 how to remove stain of turmeric from kitchen countertops or stovetop #2 how to remove oily (sticky) layer from surfaces in the kitchen like fridge or stove top hood. Please help with these

[@lorrih5472]

I have got my popup toaster clean AF. Using a few things: a 50:50 mixture of “Method” brand all purpose cleaner and a little enzymatic cleaner called “the amazing whip-it” non abrasive scrubby ... A metal-straw cleaning brush, bent. a small artist paint brush. Use brush for the decrumbing the angled edges. Use a slim fine tipped pointy paintbrush dipped in the organic all purpose cleaner mix, use it to get the corners and any stuck-on-bits using dwell time and keep removing the crumbs... 100% clean. Ps. You should make a fiber cloth full apron.

[@alattestyle]

Love the videos, and would love to know how to clean my blender without cutting myself on the blade!

[@imeldapearce]

I never ever thought you should clean the toaster coils! I'll have to try it. What's the cream of tartar for on the pop-up toaster instructions?

[@itumbl]

I really love these videos and they help SO much. However, I can't ho but hate how the camera focuses. I understand it's a visual thing, an some people's be it. I can't stand it, I don't know why really. It just bothers my eyes. Anyways, amazing job telling us how to clean everything and anything! It really does work!! Thank you!

[@ordinaryzgirl]

Are you supposed to wrap the heating coils in the toaster oven prior to cleaning? Also, how long do you let the paste do its work before rinsing?

[@mad4manhattan]

Uh, don't look now but...oh, that's a fun, superimposed fire trick of yours. hee THANKS for the nail polish remover tip. My toaster has been plastic bag "tattooed" for decades. Where've you been all my scarred toaster's life?!

[@susanwest7258]

Hi, Melissa! Your video was super helpful. I didn't know you could clean the inside of the toaster! Why do you use cream of tartar instead of something less expensive like baking soda?

[@susanwest7258]

+Susan West Never mind! I did my homework and looked through the old posts to find the answer! It works better for this job!

[@Robinicat]

Hello! The bottom tray of my Breville toaster oven has heavy caked on black burnt gunk. What can be done at this point short of throwing out the whole oven?

[@iamragdollsally]

Way to take one for the team Chad!

[@mikennagates9239]

We have the exact same toaster oven so this should work!

[@donnathompson679]

Thx very much for that demonstration. I am wondering if you can clean the heating rungs the way you cleaned the rest of the interior - is it alright to get them wet with the soap and vinegar?

[@martaipl]

How did you put back the crumb tray in the toaster oveN? I was cleaning mine and now I can't put it back. Thank you!

[@fvdario]

how do you clean the glass tube that heats up when it gets covered in burnt cheese?

[@summerton13]

How to clean a really baked on grease from your toaster oven

[@starseed45]

I'm sure I'm not the only one who has burned some food in my toaster oven and now that the oven is stained any food I put in oven gets burned under that stain. Any suggestions on how to remove stain? Are cleaners like spicy n span ok or do I need to get a new one?

[@rlerke1]

If you use cream of tarter for shine are we not inviting bugs? Just asking cause I don't know

[@rosettagaines7476]

I did hear you say how to use the dish detergent when cleaning the toaster oven

[@Belle784]

Hi Melissa! I tried your toothbrush toaster method today, but it just didn't work :( All the caked on grime is still totally stuck there. Any ideas for something that's a little less...gentle?

[@TheMichael408]

If we don't have cream of tar tar, can we use baking soda instead?

[@malvavisco10]

tartar

[@billmellater]

Re-tar

[@rebeccabolton546]

Can you and chad do another q&a video. And I also have a question for it so here it is if you have something sticky on hardwood floors how can I get it off without discolouring or scrapping it. And my suggestion from the old q&a video is wayq.

[@sheilarobertson9717]

I keep my pop up toaster in a cabinet under the counter top, it is on a shallow sided cookie sheet that stays under the toaster where ever it goes thus crumbs are always corralled. When I dust out the toaster I do it in a clean and empty kitchen sink and rinse everything down the garbage disposal.

[@hazeleeee]

How you take out acetone stains off of finished/varnished wood?

[@armywifeprepper]

I have a countertop toaster oven&the drop down door isnt easily removable&its always full of crumbs&gunk.Any suggestions on how to clean the crack&around the hinges?Other than submersing it in water,cant do that,I cant figure out how to remove the gunk.Ive used a brush to scrub it but the goo left behind wont come out&since rinsing it out isnt an option do you have any tips.There might be a way to remove the door to clean the hinges&I havent figured that out either.HELP!

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

i had goo stuck in the hinge space of the glass door of the toaster oven [the bottom edge]. i sprayed it with 409 and then let it soak, then i crammed paper towel [a small bunched up piece] in it and working front then back over and over finally got that gunk out. [i slid the paper towel side to side in the crack and pushed to the opposite side at the same time] good luck!

[@KuzcoRocks]

My niece has a bunch of dirty stuffed toy animals do you have a video on how to clean them? Thanks

[@sandeesandee2562]

mine crumb tray was hideous..after 8 years of usage all the gunk..i was so naive i didn't know that there was no barrier between the oven racks and the tray! for many yeas i didn't even know about the tray....i tried to clean a few months ago but the gunk wouldn't come off....so today i tried again, this time i used a razor to remove the gunk, which worked...then i lined it with the foil. lol mortified!!

[@time2livelife]

I have a gluten allergy too. Try UDI bread! You can find coupons on their website. It's so delicious!!

[@scratchnmix9511]

Can you help me out answering my question? I cleaned my Hamilton Beach toaster oven with Easy Off and some other harsh chemical and I also cleaned the actual heating rods in the process. What ended up happening was I scraped off some of the protective black layer and now my toaster oven has chemicals inside of it which I cannot remove. Can I slide in a tray with water and let it evaporate on high heat for an hour or is that dangerous? Am I going to poison myself heating food in this toaster oven now?

[@dottie207]

Do you have a vid for cleaner a regular toaster?

[@bff1tv]

so will it still be safe to use the toaster?

[@tammyschultz3318]

the one thing I wanted to know and you did not cover it.. can you help me out ? The metal covers over the heating elements.. how do you clean those.. will water or anything burn out the heaters if it gets on it ? Thanks

[@cynthiajones2775]

What if my son tried another method to clean; and messed up my stainless finish? If I go over with your method will it correct it? It look 👀 Great but took away the shine.

[@teaprint1]

TRUELY A GREAT VIDEO and on a topic I have thought about a lot, so thank you Kyle;-). but personally I would much prefer it without the background music. Perhaps because I watch the video while the rest of the gang are watching tv. Plus it makes for cleaner information:-)

[@meresincere5682]

Awesome video!

[@mathwizard296]

how abt the glass cover? it leaves a clowdy film on it..will cream of tar work too? how abt baking soda?

[@Diana-wg1tm]

If you go to Dollar Tree you can get a little toothbrush that is a wire toothbrush that will actually clean the wires in the toaster

[@hollymcreynolds6687]

great video! can u show a video on ur kitchen cleaning routine?

[@joedavis2955]

I would like a close up of the oven walls and inside top.

[@chv9178]

really who's tried cream of tartar and it works.I want to know if it works before I buy.

[@deborahphillips9140]

How do you clean burner bars in toaster oven. Thanks

[@catcubus]

You know it's a good video when things catch on fire.

[@sudilos1172]

👁👄👁 That moment when you go to click on subscribe. But it's already subscribed.

[@NickBurkaOTM]

Thank you for this video! Quick follow up- is the tartar paste also what you used to clean the glass door of the toaster oven?

[@agdonald1]

At what point do we use the dish soap for the toaster oven?

[@katherinelereineabcede2608]

Hi do you tips to clean an airfryer?

[@pattystiles9241]

Where did you learn about the cream of tartar mix? Totally didn't see that one comin.

[@rubenherrera3852]

Good Job! TYVM!

[@hairbeautyx]

Could you please do a "how to clean the lint part of the dryer"

[@shareeb9321]

Thank you. Great help!

[@rosariogonzalez6130]

Hi! I have a question: i am not american so cream of tartar isnt a thing in my country, what can i replace it with?

[@lindacantwell8266]

How do you clean baked-on grease out of the inside?

[@MsMandysong]

How do you clean a stainless steel fridge, oven, and microwave (the outside of them)?

[@tamakitono]

is there any substitute for cream of tartar? I dont think I have that in my country

[@ancasek]

What can I substitute for cream of tartar? Cream of tartar is not available in my country.

[@sleeplessinvictoria3]

Potassium bitartrate, also known as potassium hydrogen tartrate is another name for Cream of Tartar you may be able to purchase that. Good luck