Take a look at your oven door. Unless your oven is brand new—or you already know this clever trick—the glass probably has stubborn drip marks and grease spots. These build up when food splatters, condensation forms, and heat burns the residue between the two glass panes, leaving your oven door looking less than perfect.
Here’s the good news: cleaning between those glass panes is actually much easier than it seems. When you open your oven door, you’ll notice a vent panel along the top ridge. By carefully removing the screws holding that panel in place, you can access the space between the panes and wipe away all the stubborn stains.
A few tips to make it easier and safer: it’s often helpful to have a second person assist you. Supporting both glass panes while removing the vent panel prevents them from slipping and breaking—because no one wants shards of glass in the oven! Once the panel is off, spray a glass cleaner onto the panes before reassembling. For really stubborn grime, a mix of baking soda and distilled vinegar works wonders.
Now that you know this little-known hack, you can finally reach between those glass panes and restore your oven door to its sparkling glory. If you still have your oven’s manual, it’s a good idea to check it for any model-specific instructions on removing the vent panel safely and effectively.
