There are two types of people in this world: people who shudder at the thought of cleaning the oven and those who will channel their inner Mrs Hinch and roll up their sleeves for a good scrub. Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner works wonders on even the grubbiest of ovens. Just spray the foam and leave it for a bit before wiping it away to reveal shiny surfaces that look as good as new. It’s only for use on the inside of your oven and you need to be careful not to get it on linings and rubber seals, but the foam gets to work straight away, loosening any build-up without the need for scrubbing. This simple but mostly effective paste and sponge system from 40-year-old, UK-based Astonish does the job very well. However, it didn’t make that much impact on a heavily soiled oven door that had never been cleaned. And that’s hardly surprising since very few domestic cleaners are capable of removing burnt-in grease from a five-year-old oven door that has never seen a scourer. Our research always begins with asking our Mumsnet users which products they recommend. There are over 7 million users each month, so we know we’re getting products that can not only withstand family but that have been thoroughly put to the test in everyday situations. Expert guidance To make cleaning easier next time, consider lining your oven with an oven liner to catch any spills and splashes. How we test oven cleaners

When using a cleaning product, it’s important that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Wear protective clothing if required and never mix your cleaning products. How often should you clean your oven? It can be used to clean up your oven, grill and BBQ. Although Cif does produce some impressive results, it’s corrosive when used on certain surfaces, so keep it away from aluminium, copper, brass, marble, painted wood or appliance lettering. This Oven Cleaning Kit from Oven Mate comes with a 500ml bottle cleaning gel, impermeable gloves and an applicator brush that you can use together to restore your oven to new. The cleaning gel will remove even the most stubborn baked-on oil, fat and grease; with the added benefit of having no chemical smell. Cleaning the inside of AGAs, light and coloured metals, painted surfaces (including painted enamel) or self-cleaning ovens. We also recommend patch testing on stainless steel as this product may not be suitable for all stainless steel surfaces.If you’re wondering how to clean a hob beyond the oft-recommended cider vinegar scrub, try soaking a large cloth in hot water, placing it on top of particularly tough areas of cooked-on food and leaving it for a few minutes to lift away the residue. Then use one of our specialist hob cleaner sprays to clean the surface and you should soon have a gleaming cooktop. Still not quite there? For deeply embedded dirt, team your hob cleaner spray with a hob scraper to remove those burnt-on bits you’re really battling with. Quality cooker cleaners Barbecuing can be a messy business, and nobody relishes the thought of scrubbing and scraping burnt-on food from the bars and sides of the grill once all the bangers and burgers have been devoured. Here to take most of the effort out of the job, and keep your grill clean and shiny all year round, is the BBQ Cleaning Kit from Oven Mate – the same people who make our bestselling Oven Mate Gel for your indoor oven. Anything from Astonish. The popular oven cleaners scare me they are so caustic. The grease lifter is dead easy _ spray on, wipe off. The paste cleaners are very easy to use for a more heavy duty clean.” (Vetted by Mumsnet user CaffeineInfusion) Our verdict If you’re not a fan of harsh chemicals in your cleaning products then there are some natural alternatives which Mumsnetters recommend for cleaning a grubby oven.

Oven Mate’s powerful gel formula makes light work of stubborn grease and burnt-on food, with no scrubbing required. Just paint it on, let it work its magic, then simply wipe it off to reveal an oven that looks like it’s just been newly installed. What could be simpler? To get your oven door looking as good as new, gently lift off heavy dirt with a metal spatula or ceramic hob scraper before applying your oven cleaner. Some ovens allow you to remove the door entirely, which might make cleaning easier. To remove baked-on grease and grime and restore your oven to its former glory, just brush on the highly effective gel, leave it to work its magic for between 3 minutes and 3 hours (depending on just how grimy your oven’s got) then wipe it away. That’s it! You’ll be amazed at the difference a single treatment makes – and by how little effort it takes to achieve a super-shiny finish. This is not intended to be a full statement of your rights under the Consumer Contracts Regulations. Full details of your rights are available from your Local Authority’s Trading Standards Office. How To Return A Product If you wish to return this item to Robert Dyas, you can only do so by the following method: 1. Visit Your Local Robert Dyas StoreBrillo pads are [also] good for oven door cleaning.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user Ninbuscl) Our verdict Failing that, try a combination of bicarbonate of soda and vinegar. The vinegar will provide natural acidity while the bicarbonate of soda focuses on getting right into the heart of the stain to loosen and lift it, so all you have to do is wash it off. How do you clean the glass on the oven door? Bar Keepers Friend powder and a bit of water is brilliant for cleaning ovens, sinks etc.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user TrixieMixie) Our verdict In some respects, this product is a bit of an anomaly because the inner shell of a barbecue doesn’t really require any cleaning at all and no amount of scrubbing will ever restore it to its original condition – the heat alone will tarnish the metal and change its colour forever. Yes, the Jeyes BBQ Cleaner kills bacteria in a thrice, but so does 350˚C of searing heat. Lakeland’s Oven Mate is the go-to cleaning product for many Mumsnetters who can’t stand cooking in a grubby oven.