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No Need to Scrub! Put the Oven Rack in a Bag – It’ll Be as Good as New Again
Let’s be honest — cleaning oven racks is one of those chores we all dread. The baked-on grease, food residue, and stubborn grime seem to laugh in the face of traditional scrubbing. But what if we told you there’s a simple, no-scrub trick that brings your oven racks back to life with almost zero effort?
It’s true! All you need is a plastic bag, a few common ingredients, and a bit of patience. This clever cleaning hack has been passed around by savvy home cooks and cleaning pros for years — and now it’s your turn to give it a try.
🧼 The Genius Oven Rack Cleaning Hack
Forget the steel wool and elbow grease — this method works while you relax. Here’s how to do it:
🛒 What You’ll Need:
- A large plastic garbage bag (or sealable storage bag big enough for your racks)
- Dishwasher detergent or ammonia
- Warm water
- Old towels or newspapers (for protecting the surface)
- Gloves (optional, but helpful)
🧪 Method 1: With Dishwasher Detergent
- Remove the oven racks and place them inside a large garbage bag.
- Add ½ cup of powdered dishwasher detergent (or a few squirts of liquid).
- Pour in enough hot water to cover the racks once the bag is sealed.
- Seal the bag tightly and lay it flat on an old towel or in the bathtub.
- Let it sit overnight (8–12 hours is ideal).
- The next day, open the bag carefully (use gloves!) and rinse the racks with warm water.
- Use a sponge or soft brush to wipe away any remaining residue — it should slide right off!
🧪 Method 2: With Ammonia (Super Effective)
Important: Always use ammonia in a well-ventilated area and keep it away from children and pets.
- Place oven racks in a large sealable garbage bag.
- Add ½ cup of ammonia to the bag.
- Seal the bag tightly and place it outside (like on a patio or balcony) overnight.
- The fumes (not the liquid) will loosen the grime on the racks.
- The next day, open the bag in fresh air and rinse the racks thoroughly with warm water.
