Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner, 300ml (Pack of 1)

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Instead of using caustic chemicals to do the job, it employs a slightly abrasive paste and included sponge to remove burnt-on food, while giving off a lovely orangey scent. As it’s not caustic or harsh, containing just soap and limolene, there’s no need to wear gloves, but given that it’s abrasive, you might want to pop a pair on to protect your manicure. In testing, we enjoyed the fruity smell and found that it worked quite well on smaller greasy patches but didn’t remove very burnt-on dirt the first time – this needed repeat applications. It also required more effort than most to apply it and thoroughly rinse away (as it foamed a little with water) so there wasn’t any residue left. The can advised wearing gloves, protecting arms and eyes when using it (although none of this is provided), and promises to shift grease in as little as 30 minutes with oven door closed.

Remember to open windows and doors so you won’t breathe in any fumes and always follow the instructions. Cleaners often contain sodium hydroxide (known as lye or caustic soda), which can burn skin, irritate eyes and cause damage to nostrils and lungs, so it’s vital they’re used with care. We had to reapply and leave overnight to start to shift some of the worst deposits but the result still wasn’t spotless. It required another couple of applications to get rid of smaller spots of baked on grease. Wiping it away with a damp cloth was straightforward and no residue was left behind. The cleaner was easy to spray on as long as the bottle remained upright (tipping it to reach corners caused the spray to falter). Always follow the instructions on your can. There is more than one type of Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner and they may have slightly different instructions.It advises using on a slightly warm oven (about 30C), though, so you’ll have to add that on to your cleaning time. The gel turned brown as it worked, so after two hours we wiped some away. However, not all the grease came off, so we left it for another hour. For the most thorough results, use a specially designed oven cleaner. Follow the instructions on its label, let fresh air flow through your kitchen and always wear rubber gloves. Close the oven door and leave the product to work. For some Mr Muscle products, the instructions state to leave for no more than 30 minutes, while other products can be left for up to two hours.

It also smelled strongly of chemicals, and wasn’t suitable for cleaning the door. Getting the shelves out of the bag was messy as solution splashed around as they emerged. However, the product was effective – the grease came off with a wipe followed by washing with soapy water.Ovens cleaners have a habit of smelling strongly of chemicals but if your nose can’t handle it, Astonish’s cleaner does a great job of degreasing without the nasty niff. For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned. Read the entire label before removing cap:Refer to ovenmanufacturers instructions for use on cold ovens.

We especially liked the rotating safety catch on the nozzle that prevented it from being sprayed by accident. Inside, there’s biodegradable foam that contains anionic surfactants, non-ionic surfactants and phosphonates (a chelating agent). The foam is both caustic and smells strongly of chemicals – you’ll also find anionic surfactants and aliphatic hydrocarbons (degreasing solvents) in the mix. We felt this might be a better product for lightly dirty ovens rather than the heavily soiled interior we were trying to clean. On the plus side, it was simple to wipe away with a damp cloth and no residue remained. Aim to clean your oven at least every three months, or whenever you notice burnt-on dirt accumulating. Smoke building up when you're baking is another sign that you need to dig out the oven cleaner. 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.

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We found that the brush was effective at spreading product around the oven and that it clung well on the sides. Being able to paint it on to specific places was useful rather than just spraying and hoping there was enough product where it was required. Unwanted Food or Drink Products - Once supply conditions are broken, there are a number of factors outside of our control that can affect the quality of a product. Therefore perishable goods such as food and drink cannot be returned. Many people are sensitive to the harsh fumes released by household detergents. Mr Muscle Oven Cleaner is a powerful agent and can create some very strong fumes, so we recommend only using the product in well-ventilated areas. Open all windows and doors in the kitchen for the duration of the application, and keep pets and children away from the area. How to apply Mr Muscle Its ease of use, efficiency and versatility (it can also be used on barbecues, grill pans and glass) made it our favourite cleaner by far. Despite containing a caustic chemical, potassium hydroxide, the gel doesn’t smell acrid, is biodegradable and wasn’t unpleasant to use.After 30 minutes we wiped it away. The first layer of grease had been penetrated and was removed but some burnt patches remained.