Clean a Dirty Oven with Dawn Powerwash | Cleaning with Wisdom Preserved

[@magnoliaflowers4861]

I've used Dawn Powerwash to clean my oven without warming it and have never used plastic wrap. Racks are sprayed with Powerwash and soaked in a hot bath for an hour. And yes, I wear a face mask so as not to breathe in the fumes from Dawn.

[@WisdomPreserved]

That's good to know.

[@annelefevre9457]

Some oven doors come off. Because when you clean your oven, you have to stand on your head!!! I’ll try the dawn power wash, but maybe not quite so much if it! The secret I found when I got a brand new stove, is not to let your oven get dirty in the first place. Take care of it as soon as your done using it. It just me who uses it now, so I can do that. But in the old days of a large family, time doesn’t always permit that. Great video, you hard working lady!! From Idaho

[@PeggyEinsla]

I remove my oven door to make it easier to reach the back, sides and that space between the door and stove.

[@Justaskme781]

I always took my oven door off also some people take the door apart and clean the glass but I never tried it because I was afraid it wouldn't seal right after that

[@lindasmith9950]

Whatever happened to self cleaning ovens? 😌 🧽 🧼

[@danaonlineable]

@lindasmith9950 I've always found that self-cleaning ovens still needed to be cleaned this way also. It did make it easier, but it usually took hours for it to warm up and burn off the dirt. So I just do it this way now

[@So_salty]

@@lindasmith9950 it’s dangerous- several pros recommend never using that feature

[@victoriadoan4424]

Oh you can do that?! Gonna try that!

[@lynnmcelmurry3107]

Hi Emmaline! I enjoyed your Dawn Powerwash Oven Cleaning video. I’ve been using Dawn Powerwash on greasy pots & pans. If I wipe the Dawn & grease off with paper towels, the rinsing out is much easier. So, I think that if you used paper towels to wipe out the oven, THEN used the sponge to rinse the residue off, you wouldn’t have to deal with so much soap. You are much better than I am at tearing off cling wrap. I read a tip saying to freeze your cling wrap first, then tearing it off is easy. So, I’ve got my wrap (in a plastic bag) in the freezer, my Powerwash, & several rolls of paper towels ready to go! Thank you for your wonderful videos!

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the tips. Also, after I wipe out the oven I spray with a little distilled vinegar and it removes any of the remaining soap residue. The combo of our tips will provide a perfect result. - Emmaline

[@lynnmcelmurry3107]

Thanks Emmaline! After reading other comments, I realized several had already suggested the “wipe out”. Thank you for the vinegar tip! Also, I love your voice!

[@WisdomPreserved]

@@lynnmcelmurry3107 Awe, you are so sweet! - E

[@reeree121]

yes!!!

[@lylawaters6345]

There are multiple members of my family allergic to oven cleaners. They also never cleaned to my expectations. FINALLY I CAN HAVE A CLEAN OVEN!!! Thank you.

[@WisdomPreserved]

You are so welcome!

[@gailadams7690]

My comment left before I could finish. As I was going to say, regardless of whether you use either of the techniques, it only works when the oven is lightly soiled, not heavily soiled. You have to repeat again on both methods. Just clean up spills after you bake. If you don't have time, put salt on it to soak up the spill and later crystallize. Clean up later.

[@fancystitch6478]

I know I’m late on watching your video. My stove came with a steam clean option for the oven. It is basically, put one cup of hot water onto oven floor at 250 degrees for 30 minutes. Wipe clean. Then Dawn power wash for stubborn spots. I leave racks in to steam clean also. Easy and works wonderfully.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Sounds great! Much better than the burn everything out at a high temp idea.

[@jtreat2100]

Fantastic idea

[@AtHomewithRach]

I need to do mine. Thanks for posting. This is a great reminder.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rosavalencia9947]

You are a hard working woman! Thank you for sharing this video. 🙂

[@WisdomPreserved]

You are so welcome!

[@Vicki-sq4jw]

That was a clean oven before you started!!!!!! You want to see a really dirty oven, I've got one. I had been pretty lax cleaning it even though it's a self clean for quite a few years, then when I moved into this house the movers lost a box that had all the instructions for all my appliances along with some of my favourite cook books (of course) I can't remember how to do the self clean thing. I got some Dawn Power wash this week and sprayed some on my disgusting door and a bit in the two front corners of the oven which were black, left it on for maybe 15 minutes and I was amazed they came out very clean. I was excited to try it but it was 10 pm and I wasn't about to start a full clean then, I just wanted to have a quick little look. I did buy a large bottle of Dawn and I intend to try your "recipe" with that on my horrible oven but I will warm it up first, mine goes down to 100 degrees (I believe) and stays warm for at least two hours. It's convection, I must tell you it has literally years of crud in it as I only use my oven for baking and the odd casserole as I prefer my air fryer and instant Pot for most other things. So here goes but I'm confident I'll be happy. It sure is a keeper. Thanks for telling me about Dawn.

[@NASAastronautStep-Mom]

You can Google your appliance's makes & model #s to get the manuals to save to your computer and/or print them.

[@tonyneilson1652]

I have been thinking about cleaning the oven in my rental property and have watched several videos. This is the best I've seen and as I have Dawn Powerwash, SOS and Saran Wrap in hand, I'll use this method. As to razor blades; they are risky to use as one slip can send you to the hospital. However, a commonly used tool is a safe razor blade holder and your mate may have one in the workshop, so ask.

[@michellecronin803]

Or putty knife/scraper

[@noinfo326]

I bought mine at the dollar store. It's about 2" wide, so it does a fairly big area. I love it for my flat stove top.

[@Sues-ub4iv]

Bar keepers friend sell nylon razor blade scrapers that are much safer to use and very effective.

[@sapphire22011]

I would definitely put on a mask and goggles when spraying the oven. There were some SERIOUS fumes rising when you sprayed with the oven still warm. Could be dangerous

[@eenho]

Good thing there's a pandemic

[@Jane_Snow_]

sapphire22011 all I could think of was her poor lungs.

[@jeremyannconard8134]

Thank you for making the video. It's nice that you cleaned your aunt's oven for her 🙂.

[@janedelarosa5957]

I like your method of cleaning the oven. It takes less time and elbow work. Thank for better ways of cleaning. I like yours better. Love Jane and I am doing my oven tomorrow. 💕

[@WisdomPreserved]

You are so welcome!

[@rhaeg1724]

You can clean the oven racks in your sink using the dawn powerwash as well. Just did it myself.

[@gardy4390]

I even use Dawn Power Wash for cleaning my Toilets, leaving on overnight. Fantastic.

[@NASAastronautStep-Mom]

I saw the curious kitty came to supervise. Kitty approved and left you to your work. Love your videos.

[@amightysailingman]

You made a bad assumption that you need to start with a hot oven. This isn't lye-based oven cleaner. It's actually counterproductive. The "magic ingredient" in Powerwash is denatured alcohol, the very first ingredient on the label. The rest of the ingredients are basically diluted Dawn detergent. By starting hot, you're evaporating much of the alcohol on contact, which also negates the point of covering with plastic wrap. You'll have already gotten rid of most of the cleaning power. You're better off starting with a cold oven. The alcohol will stay in the suds longer and you won't need the plastic wrap. The alcohol acts as a solvent to soften and dissolve the grease, then the surfactants keep them suspended.

[@WisdomPreserved]

That was a wonderful explanation. Thank you for sharing.

[@janewrighton9227]

Thank you. I thought so too. In fact you don’t need the added expense of dawn power wash. I just did mine the other day with plan dawn and it came out great.

[@connieleonard8326]

Your right

[@A10TOES]

I’ve been using this Dawn Power Wash to clean the slime off my wooden deck using a scrub brush, it made the boards look brand new. I don’t have an electric power washer & I could rent one but honestly I don’t know how to use one. It took 2 bottles, rinse after scrubbing. I love this product!

[@WisdomPreserved]

Great tip!

[@elenasimon1270]

I am allergic to nickel. Dawn uses a blue ingredient that contains nickel. Just a warning to those who may have a reaction and not know where it comes from. I have the same problem with OxiClean.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the information so others are warned. You can substitute your favorite dish soap.

[@wendelynyoung8609]

Maybe gloves and long sleeves

[@cmilam8284]

Her idea is well intended. I always try to read what is used to make a cleaning product. In todays world it seems everything causes a reaction to health. I have used those strong spray oven cleaners in the past and almost lost my breath. My oven has a self cleaning option which I have used once and never again! 17:10 17:11 I am for anything that is organic and using household products and at the same time I do consider if the mixture will overwhelm the house with fumes not to mention children and pets.

[@amightysailingman]

Try Biokleen all-purpose cleaner concentrate. No dyes. Nearly every ingredient is derived from plants. $13 buys a small bottle that you dilute to make 32 gallons of cleaner, so a lot cheaper than Dawn, too.

[@bonamy25]

🎶 2 hours later 🎶 You’ve got a lot of energy. Looks good

[@joannfroman4976]

I have enjoyed learning about your oven cleaning process. I am going out to buy Dawn Power Spray.

[@A10TOES]

SOS Soappads also has soap in it, I don’t care for SOS pads. PS: I bet your aunt loves you for cleaning her oven!

[@WisdomPreserved]

You can also try steel wool without the soap in it, or just an abrasive sponge. I have used this method one more time to clean an oven and I just used a tightly woven nylon sponge and it worked perfectly.

[@francinecorry633]

Nice work.Our new oven has a steam clean feature that works OK without any cleaner but the stuff on the door did not wipe clean.Gonna try it with this product.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for sharing

[@noinfo326]

I've always cleaned my window on the door first before I set my oven to clean. But there are always a few stubborn spots, so I am going to try this. I'm also going to try the dawn on my stove top. I used oven cleaner on my stove top when I came back from taking care of my mom for a couple of weeks and hubby didn't really clean it and it worked great. I don't like the fumes though so I can only do this when I can open my kitchen window.

[@kim1155]

Great Idea! If I could suggest....if the oven is Electric I would remove the heating elements first so the over spray does not get on them. I think it would not be good for them and would smell when the oven is heated.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Great idea!

[@kukumaku6975]

That's how I clean my greasy pots and pans. I heat them up on the stove, I spray oven cleaner, wipe with Brillo pads, and pots get clean immediately

[@janonthemtn]

I just got a new stove, nothing digital. I will be using a grill degreaser every time I use the oven if necessary. I may give the power wash a try.

[@marymn11]

I will be looking forward to a video on how to get the dust between the windows of the door!

[@Justaskme781]

You can take the same mixture of paste and except using the regular Dawn dish soap and rub it thoroughly on your dog after he's been sprayed with a skunk. I also added a 6 oz can of tomato juice. Well I actually had the spicy tomato juice but I used it anyway. I just made this up in my head because I had to wash him I just rubbed it on his dry hair rubbed it in thoroughly, let it sit for a little bit and then put him in the tub and sprayed it off. He had no smell and I got through and his hair looked marvelous and fluffy

[@WisdomPreserved]

Poor dog! I bet he was so glad that you were able to get that stink off him.

[@beblessed9712]

Dawn PowerWash…… Ovens Grills Racks Bathroom soap scum Hairspray residue on flooring Deck stain left in sink by son who rinsed out paintbrushes (Tried numerous other products on those stains and nothing worked except PowerWash) 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@lornadouglas7887]

A dishwasher tablet in hot water or lemon Elbow grease spray is the business for cleaning the glass no scrubbing at all just spray on and a warm sponge. But have to say you got the of oven nice and clean good job.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the info!

[@avaa828]

Thanks so much! I didn't know how the cling wrap would work..but I get it. Will have to try this weekend 😀

[@WisdomPreserved]

Hope you like it!

[@dianakavanagh4229]

We can't get Dawn in Australia! It is about time we could!

[@WisdomPreserved]

Fairy should be comparable.

[@georgieargie8217]

@@WisdomPreserved hi new here from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺 thank you ❤️

[@DebbieUnderfinger]

You possibly can use the highest concentrate and put it in a foaming spray bottle. I did dilute some of mine in an older bottle of Dawn Power Wash

[@ttrraaccyy]

You made this look easy. I actually need to clean my oven for TG. Thank you for this video!!

[@WisdomPreserved]

You are so welcome!

[@nanashouse202]

You really handle that Saran Wrap well. I’m impressed.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thank you. It can be a little difficult at times.

[@angeltouched786]

I clean apartments after tenants move out. I always use Dawn Power Wash on the stove top, oven and broiler. There are no fumes and this stuff works great. It even works on stains on carpets. Dawn Power Wash is a bit pricey, but there are refill bottles to save a little money. I always wait until my local grocery store has a sale on this product.

[@WisdomPreserved]

We love Dawn Powerwash. Actually, Emmaline came up with a refill recipe. It works great. You should try it. That may save you an extra bit of cash. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGTVkoeep9yoaKM

[@marymn11]

Going to try this first (over the paste), i have a two oven range….and going to tackle the big oven first (it’s cleaner!). Will post results. Just fully retired….took my refrigerator apart a bit ago!

[@conniejon100]

Hi Emmaline. I love your videos. Last night I soaked my whites using the laundry stripping method. I can hardly wait to get them washed and dried to see their improvement. I'm amazed at how dirty the water was. I have a question regarding cleaning the oven. I have a gas stove and am scared to clean the oven. Do you have any videos cleaning a gas stove? If not, what would you recommend?

[@WisdomPreserved]

This is an oven tutorial that I have had great success with. The oven we are cleaning in this video is electric, but I have used this method on gas stoves as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYHdmJ-Hi6iMq7s It is more labor intensive than the Dawn Powerwash method, but offers a far deeper clean. I am so happy you found our channel and that the videos have been useful. Be sure to let me know how those whites turned out.

[@Layuth]

You can remove the door after you clean it to make cleaning inside the oven easier. Flip little metal piece forward and then pull door up and out.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks. That will make it easier.

[@KayeCarterTV]

Great job! Sending hugs prayers and kindness with lots of positive thoughts ❤😊

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thank you so much!

[@MsPossums]

I love the nosey ginger cat 🙂

[@WisdomPreserved]

His name is CHAMP. He is a champion "mouser" out here on the farm.

[@felixkatify]

Thanks for doing these videos. I have been asking myself though, am I the only person who lines the bottom of my oven with wide heavy duty aluminum foil? I assume there is some reason you are not supposed to do it but I've been doing it for years. Just swap out the aluminum foil when it gets too bad. Makes one less hard-to-reach surface that you have to put a lot of sweat into when you do a real oven cleaning. Also, I have not seen anyone use one of those battery powered hand held power scrubbers? I have one and I love it for jobs like this.

[@WisdomPreserved]

A lot of the new ovens have a hidden element under the floor. If you put foil on it, it will melt and become a near permanent part of your oven. The powered scrubber sounds interesting. I may have to look into it. Thanks for sharing.

[@felixkatify]

@@WisdomPreserved Thanks for the response, that makes sense re the aluminum foil. I have a very old oven with the heating element exposed. In addition to the hand held, I have a long handled power scrubber made by Bell & Howell which was branded for Hammacher Schlemmer (discontinued but the regular branded one might be as good). It is a life saver for cleaning the tub/shower, and would probably be helpful for the back of the oven if you had a separate set of brushes for kitchen/bathroom.

[@Justaskme781]

They have the Saran Wrap now with the sliding cutter and it is wonderful

[@WisdomPreserved]

That would be wonderful.

[@janicehanks2828]

Wish I could find someone cleaning an oven that has the bottom and top element. It's so difficult to clean around them. Also, Dawn Power wash has alcohol in it. I wonder if that could be a danger, if some of the Dawn isn't rinsed out.

[@lindacalabro9462]

Yes good. Razor blade does. Help

[@rnpking]

Would using white vinegar either directly on the rags or in a bucket of water, make it easier to remove the Dawn?

[@WisdomPreserved]

I bet it would! I wish I would have thought about that for the video. Thanks for the tip.

[@msbernie1970]

Yes, it definitely does.

[@rcgkreations]

I have to try this & tip about plastic wrap, thank you

[@WisdomPreserved]

You’re welcome 😊

[@roxanneross1574]

Good old fashioned white vinegar cuts soap and grease and might work on all that power wash. Yes i too use power wash for so many things its great but super Soapy .

[@Lauriebird1]

I use Purple Power overnight !! It works like a charm

[@WisdomPreserved]

We'll have to look into it.

[@sassylady2001]

Better than the video with Marie and the crotcheted applier pads, baking soda, vinegar but still not interested in doing the plastic wrap application. I prefer to barely heat the oven after I apply spray on oven cleaner. Wait a few minutes and the dirt/grease in the oven easily wipes off with paper towels.

[@WisdomPreserved]

This can be done without the plastic wrap. I cleaned a second over and instead of using the plastic wrap I sprayed and then waited 15 minutes and then sprayed again and waited another 15. It worked just as well.

[@dawnbatzel3802]

I have an oven that uses an aqualift method. I’ve tried many times, it really doesn’t work. I have a gas oven does this method work on a gas oven. Honestly this seems like a lot of work to me. I bought a self cleaning oven to avoid all the scrubbing. Any ideas!

[@WisdomPreserved]

I have found that any method that is not bad for the oven or the environment takes a little elbow grease. So a maid?? Maybe??

[@karinbperrott747]

Aqualift is the absolute worst. I finally resorted to using oven cleaner once the warranty had expired. I will definitely try the power wash method.

[@rosemariebecker9734]

Thank you so much for your time and video

[@WisdomPreserved]

You are very welcome

[@sharonlatour6230]

Wow! you did a great job!

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thank you so much!

[@ericmonse2165]

I'm going try this method.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Best of luck!

[@johnanderson3700]

You can make your own spray by mixing dawn regular with water in that bottle(any dish soap will work) there are videos on utube showing how to

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the tip!

[@lindaharvey9934]

I never use plastic wrap but I just applied dawn dish soap and baking soda vinegar.my oven is worse than that because I got a hole in aluminum pan while make turkey.I actually kept drain water out of pan in sink but it still dripped on bottom of oven. I think next time I'm going to invest in A real turkey pan . aluminum get holes .well I put dawn on it and baking soda and vinegar .later this afternoon. I plan on wipe it out with paper towels and then scrape whatever doesn't come off

[@WisdomPreserved]

We have another oven cleaning video that has been very popular with a similar cleaning recipe. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYHdmJ-Hi6iMq7s

[@brandihiemenz1112]

I'm confused on the plastic wrap.. what is the purpose?

[@WisdomPreserved]

The plastic wrap keeps it from evaporating too quickly. It allows it to soak. If you find it to be too cumbersome you can just do repeat applications over the soaking time.

[@barbarathomason5137]

Thank you so much. You are truly an inspiration : )!!

[@WisdomPreserved]

You are so welcome!

[@debbiebrown8752]

I've watched ur video and another that used straight ammonia. I think I'm gonna try half and half. Both jobs R done with the plastic wrap. Let U know how it goes!

[@WisdomPreserved]

Please do. We are always looking for more/better ways of doing things.

[@sabaheljaafari8077]

It’s easier to remove the soap by kitchen paper towels

[@WisdomPreserved]

Great idea!!

[@tombrooks5933]

My GE gas oven specifically states no chemicals and no abrasive scrub pads due to a coating on the interior of the oven. you may want to have a disclaimer about scrub pads. otherwise, i will use the Dawn as suggested.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Good point. Thank you!

[@songriver1232]

Has anyone noticed an odor after using the dawn spray the oven?

[@WisdomPreserved]

Only if we don't get it all washed out.

[@phylliskinder4168]

just wondering . . using the Dawn Power Wash instead of regular Dawn in the vinegar/soda/dawn solution ? ?

[@WisdomPreserved]

I like having another method to clean, especially as I consider this a maintenance method. For my deep cleaning I personally still prefer my original oven cleaner recipe at this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYHdmJ-Hi6iMq7s.

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Great tip! Hmmm…Have you considered substituting Dawn PowerWash for regular Dawn in your Dawn/vinegar/soda recipe?

[@WisdomPreserved]

The consistency is a little different so I am not sure it would work.

[@amandahoerber4110]

I don't know if anyone will see this comment, but HELP!!! I used this method with the Dawn Powerwash to clean my oven and it worked great, BUT - I cannot get the soap smell out of my oven. I have rinsed it by wiping it down with water & vinegar, I have steamed lemon water inside the oven and have left the oven door open for several hours - STILL Reeks of burning soap when I turn it on! I literally cannot use my oven now and am at a loss. Anyone have this problem after using the Powerwash?? Thank You.

[@WisdomPreserved]

That is horrible! It must have gotten into some of the cracks. If you have rinsed it repeatedly I can only think you will have to burn it out. I would turn it on 450 turn the vent fans on and go for a walk. Hopefully it will burn it off quickly. Once it gets in the cracks I am not sure that you have many other options.

[@gentleman_908]

Thanks for sharing

[@janetkleman2167]

My oven door ..I've got a mess of things dropped in side the door and window could you let us see how to clean and take a part the door to clean.

[@WisdomPreserved]

We’ll put that on the agenda.

[@queenofthesmilevanngeelee8592]

Thank you

[@WisdomPreserved]

You're welcome.

[@pamelafowler4406]

What did you do with the heating element? I have this same stove/oven.

[@WisdomPreserved]

I just try to avoid the element if at all possible.

[@janonthemtn]

Razor blades on glass will scratch it, Steel wool is not generally recommended for glass either be very gentle. Read what Pyrex says about steel wool on glass.

[@johnwhorfin5150]

hey can you please clean my disaster and then i have some spray painting done as you look pretty good at that too....nice vid thanks. p.s i dont suppose you have a fishing boat and trailer as well

[@WisdomPreserved]

Haha

[@user-xe2lk6qb4k]

I tried this and it did work but when I cleaned the door and window the cleaning products stayed around the window and I can't get to it to clean it off it looks awful any suggestions?

[@WisdomPreserved]

Sorry to hear that. Do you mean it got between the two panes of oven door glass?

[@user-xe2lk6qb4k]

Yes

[@WisdomPreserved]

Sadly, the only way to get that clean is to carefully take the door apart. And clean between the glass. It can be done but it is a little difficult.

[@jnash5137]

So you removed the heating elements which helps in spraying and then wiping it down. How to remove the elements please?

[@WisdomPreserved]

This oven has a hidden element which makes it easier for cleaning.

[@charlottevalley9651]

That oven is spotless compared to mine

[@euniemin1334]

I don't understand why anyone would want to use that much cling wrap to use this method... why not just use easyoff.... Anyway the hardest part of any oven cleaning is getting all the soap or chemical residues out of the oven so it doesn't react with the food or heat

[@joancarthan7893]

She's not using chemicals. (Except for Dawn). The 2 ways she has shown are better for the environment. Also some people, me, cannot tolerate the spray of the oven cleaners.

[@sharonarmes8543]

How can I clean between the two panes of glass in my oven door?

[@WisdomPreserved]

It is a little bit difficult. It is easiest if you take the door off. There is usually a releasing lock near the oven. Place it on a sturdy location and then you have to get out a screwdriver to open up the door. Use a cup to hold your screws so they don't get lost. Then, you should have access to the glass. Be very careful while it is exposed and vulnerable not to break it.

[@WilliamSmith-ym6ve]

My offer I put the sli. Did let you know that? Yeah, stick across and I said it for South Korean. And it build up the heat in the oven. And I and it when it cools down. Then the level opened and it looks dirty. I don't know what the put on the clean it. I'm no but confused at work

[@trishacomer3883]

i tried this but i can seem to get the soap all out and it makes this really bad smell, what do i do

[@WisdomPreserved]

Try rinsing it with a water/vinegar solution. It helps cut the suds.

[@nanettehuse8213]

Awesome 👏🏼

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@loisdunn950]

what about the heating element?

[@WisdomPreserved]

I only use water or a water vinegar mix for cleaning off the element if it needs it otherwise I leave it alone.

[@beckyann8502]

My oven has the heating element on the top and bottom. Do these cleaners hurt the element if I would get some on it?

[@WisdomPreserved]

This was the first time I have used Dawn Powerwash to clean an oven. I did get a little of the spray on the elements when I sprayed the top and it did not hurt the oven. However, when I preheated my oven I could smell it burning off a little. It was not bad, but just remember that the first time you use the oven after cleaning it.

[@kellichandler2752]

Good job

[@darimarino]

Is it bad to use the self cleaning option that comes with the oven?

[@WisdomPreserved]

The self-cleaning feature works well but the fumes smell terrible. It can result in a buildup of carbon monoxide in the air that will exacerbate asthma or respiratory disease, and negatively affect household animals. The other issue I have heard is that the high heat for a prolonged period actually decreases the lifespan of your oven.

[@dzeller8995]

We recently had a wall oven installed with a kitchen reno. The technician told us that the self clean function will burn out the electrical components of the oven due to the high temperature. I will definitely be purchasing Dawn Powerwash.

[@vickikrucker2116]

Do you remove the bottom heating element?

[@WisdomPreserved]

No. You just work around it.

[@Mike-ev9yn]

Why are you not using the Self Cleaning option of the oven as it is an easier and neater process?

[@WisdomPreserved]

There are two reasons: 1. The fumes created from the self-cleaning are not good for humans or their pets. 2. The sustained high temperatures reduce the lifespan of the unit. There is always a trade off. Like the saying: "Good, fast or cheap. You can only pick two."

[@pamelasinclair-karney8856]

I rather use baking soda and vinegar and dawn no fumes.l have asthma.

[@dorismccollester9522]

Is the steam of the Dawn better for your health than the smell of the burn off from a self clean oven ???

[@WisdomPreserved]

While liquid dish soap has some additives and preservatives that make vapors bad to breathe in, fumes from oven cleaning can be particularly bad for someone with asthma or respiratory problems. Inhaling the fumes can cause breathing issues, sweating, coughing, and flu-like symptoms. If you have breathing issues it may be a good idea to either apply the detergent with the oven cold or allow it to just barely get warm so it doesn't vaporize the power wash when you apply it.

[@robingwin49]

Do you use microfiber cloth’s?

[@WisdomPreserved]

You could if you wanted to. We often use crocheted wash clothes or just old rags.

[@christineharrison4659]

My question is with all the dry soap did it have lot's of fuams or did you rinse after ?

[@WisdomPreserved]

I wiped it down with a wet wash cloth until there wasn't any soap left. A trick would be to spray it with a little distilled vinegar and wipe out with a wet cloth. The vinegar would kill the soap very quickly.

[@arose93ae]

If you dont get it rinsed enough, there are a ton of fumes. No matter how many yimes I tried to wipe it off, there was still soap

[@christinewhelan676]

How about using sandpaper instead of razor blade?

[@WisdomPreserved]

I would be afraid of scratching the oven. I don’t think I would use sandpaper.

[@bonnierasmussen778]

I've learned that using a balled-up piece of aluminum foil (about a foot long piece) makes a truly excellent scrubber. It took off heavily baked-on food with very little scrubbing effort and no scratches.

[@pauletteproulx3323]

From a senior's point of view, I prefer the basic method. This one is more expensive and more difficult to do. Such waste in cling wrap plus the Powerwash. I don't think it is easier than the basic method.

[@jangodfrey9994]

WHERE DO YOU BUY DAWN POWER WASH AS WE DONT HAVE IT IN AUSTRALIA

[@WisdomPreserved]

Fairy Power Spray is a good alternative.

[@theresalee9392]

Beware: The racks in left oven may be damaged a bit if left in the oven during oven self cleaning method.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the info.

[@ritahealy6757]

Watch out with heat. Alcohol is flammable.

[@marycarlson2230]

Not to be critical...but let's work smarter not harder. The cling wrap is too much for me! What about turning on the automatic oven cleaner and just walk away!!! 🤔

[@WisdomPreserved]

I have heard some people omit the cling wrap and that it still worked well. The primary reasons to not use the self cleaner is that it puts horrible fumes in the air and the extreme temperatures for long lengths of time will burn out your appliance faster. It's all about what is most important to you. These are just options.

[@AgelessLady]

It is hard to believe people let their ovens get so dirty. I stopped using my oven. I have a convection, toaster oven and I clean it with the Dawn Powerwash on a sponge; cook steaks on BBQ and clean with Dawn Powerwash. My BBQ is a two burner which makes it easy to clean. Use a microfiber cloth to clean off Powerwash. I wash the microfiber cloths. If very dirty soak in laundry tub with Dawn or Tide before putting in washer.

[@slr4172]

hard to cook for a large family in a toaster oven

[@RadekPilich]

That's all nice and helpful, but how does one deal with cleaning the top of the oven where the grill is?

[@WisdomPreserved]

You just have to be careful not to get the solution on the heating element.

[@vanessasandoval4527]

Please do a video removing hard water and soap scum from shower doors.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Great idea, I need to clean my shower perhaps I can get it filmed when I clean it.

[@AmberDuffer]

If you clean mirrors with dawn power wash and a microfiber cloth they won't get fogged up anymore!

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the idea. :)

[@AmberDuffer]

@@WisdomPreserved ur very welcome!!

[@KsGirl60]

We have a Maytag Gemini which uses that self cleaning cycle. Takes forever and doesn't get that clean. I tried the vinegar, Dawn, baking soda on only the door. It got mostly clean. Glass could use a second cleaning. Not sure what's in the powerwash? Is it ok for self cleaning ovens?

[@WisdomPreserved]

Yes, it is . My aunts oven that I used for this oven is a self-cleaning oven and it did not affect the oven in any way.

[@lylawaters6345]

As for the contents of Dawn Power Wash, I got ahold of a recipe for it. 1 oz Dawn dish soap, 1 tsp rubbing alcohol, and top of the bottle with water. Swirl to combine.

[@Mandy_39]

I had a appliance repair man tell me never use the self cleaning option. It gets it so hot it has started fires & eventually it's going to effect the internals of the oven. I've honestly never used it. Some ppl are sold in it & won't use any other way.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Awesome, I recently found the recipe also and am running a few tests to see if the recipe works as effectively. Soon I will let you know what I think.

[@cwyatt15681]

On the oven glass door, use the mixture and then aluminum foil in a ball. It cleans the glass so fast and easy.

[@Handschug7]

Just so you know for next time, you can take the door off. Just lift up on it, then you can almost crawl in the overn.

[@WisdomPreserved]

Thanks for the info.