If your microwave is messy from food splatters, burnt popcorn, or everyday spills, it’s important to keep it clean. Here are some simple tips to make the job easy.
How Often You Should Clean Your Microwave
Wipe the microwave with a damp cloth daily to remove crumbs and fresh spills. This helps keep it clean between deep cleans. Dried food is much harder to remove, so cleaning right away—especially after a spill—makes the job easier.
Deep Cleaning
How often you deep clean your microwave depends on how much you use it. Some experts suggest cleaning it weekly, while others say once a month is enough. If your household uses the microwave often—like for late-night snacks or quick breakfasts—you may need to clean it more frequently and quickly wipe up spills.
If your microwave has stains or smells, clean it more often. Since it’s used so much, messes and odors can build up if no one wipes it down regularly.
How to Wipe Down a Microwave
Since the microwave is small, wiping it daily doesn’t take much time—just don’t forget the spots people often miss.
- Start by cleaning the top of the microwave and then work your way down. Many people forget to clean the top inside because it’s harder to see, but it can get very dirty.
- After wiping the inside walls and ceiling, remove the tray and wash it as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Wipe out any crumbs underneath the tray area.
- Clean the door, handle, and keypad inside and out.
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