Prepare for the Cleaning Process

To start off, gather the necessary supplies for cleaning your oven racks. You will need a bathtub or large basin, dish soap, baking soda, vinegar, and a scrub brush.

Next, remove the oven racks from the oven and place them in the bathtub or basin. Make sure there is enough space to fully submerge them in water.

Fill the tub/basin with warm water and add a few drops of dish soap. Swirl the water to create a soapy solution.

Once the soapy solution is ready, place the oven racks in the water and let them soak for at least 4 hours or overnight. This will help loosen the grime and make it easier to clean.

Scrub the Racks

After the soaking period, drain the soapy water from the tub/basin.

Sprinkle baking soda generously over the racks, ensuring that every part is covered.

Next, pour vinegar over the baking soda-covered racks. The mixture will start to fizz and bubble.

Using a scrub brush, start scrubbing the racks, focusing on areas with stubborn grime. The combination of baking soda and vinegar will help break down the grease and dirt.

Continue scrubbing until all the grime is removed from the racks.

Rinse and Dry

Once you have scrubbed the racks thoroughly, rinse them with warm water to remove any remaining baking soda and vinegar.

Dry the racks completely before placing them back in the oven. You can use a towel or leave them to air dry.

Once dry, carefully place the racks back in the oven and you're done! Enjoy cooking with clean oven racks.