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As the oven heats:
- The steam carries the fragrance through your kitchen and home
- It’s a safe, chemical-free way to freshen up the air
- Your guests will think you’ve been baking something delicious!
⚠️ Important Safety Tips
- Always use an oven-safe glass or ceramic container (no plastic or thin glass)
- Never place cold glass in a hot oven — it could shatter from the sudden temperature change
- Keep the oven temperature low (below 300°F / 150°C) for humidifying or cleaning purposes
✅ The Bottom Line: A Simple Trick with Big Results
Putting a glass of water in the oven might seem like a strange idea, but the benefits are real — from improving air quality to baking better bread and making oven cleaning a breeze.
It’s one of those old-school tricks that’s stood the test of time, and once you try it, you’ll wonder why you didn’t start sooner.
Would you like a list of oven-safe scent combos to make your kitchen smell amazing? Or a step-by-step guide for using steam in baking? I’m happy to help!