Cleaning roof of oven

superdooper

Does anybody have any tips for cleaning the inside roof of an oven? My double oven is so small that a large chicken practically touches the roof and consequently the roof is thick with crud and so belches out black smoke when the door is open. Spray oven cleaners are no good as you can't spray upwards. I've tried paint stripper and caustic soda. Years ago I had a cooker with a roof that slid out for cleaning - has anybody come across a cooker like this recently? I'm due a new oven soon so does anybody know of an oven that has catalytic lining over the roof? My current one has this lining but only at the sides which is pretty useless

grumbler

superdooper said:

Spray oven cleaners are no good as you can't spray upwards.

Spray into a cup, then use a brush?

Ant555

I would say something like OvenPride cleaner should definitely do the trick - available in supermarkets and also B&M's etc

Wear thick rubber gloves and apply the solution using a washing up sponge  - should get the roof sorted - leave it on overnight or for a few hours if possible.
https://groceries.morrisons.com/products/oven-pride-oven-cleaning-system-117487011?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI6ZSgjdvm8AIVwvhRCh1Xwg0DEAQYASABEgIyTvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Its strong stuff - just dont wear short sleeves like I did last time and get some on your skin.  It was only a little bit but it burned and I had the mark for ages.
Hope this helps

neilmcl

Agree with the above. Oven Pride or Oven Mate. They are a thick gel which you paint on with the supplied brush, leave for a few hours or preferably overnight and then simply wipe off. Definitely wear gloves, the Oven Mate product (from Lakeland) provides a protective sleeve to cover your arms which is quite useful. Both will have bags that you can use to clean the shelves too. Probably the easiest and effective products to use when cleaning your oven.

Reminds me I must get down and do mine.

carly

If you are planning on changing your oven go for a "Pyrolytic " model.  These clean by burning off all residue at a very high temperature. This will do the top, bottom and sides.  You'll still need to do the shelves in most cheaper ranges.  Currys sell them from £289 for a basic Hotpoint .  This is not a recommendation  for either  Currys or Hotpoint , just a starting point.  I have a 6 year old Siemens pyrolytic which looks like new and I wouldnt go back to a manual clean oven ever.

Rosa_Damascena

superdooper said:

Does anybody have any tips for cleaning the inside roof of an oven? My double oven is so small that a large chicken practically touches the roof and consequently the roof is thick with crud and so belches out black smoke when the door is open. Spray oven cleaners are no good as you can't spray upwards. I've tried paint stripper and caustic soda. Years ago I had a cooker with a roof that slid out for cleaning - has anybody come across a cooker like this recently? I'm due a new oven soon so does anybody know of an oven that has catalytic lining over the roof? My current one has this lining but only at the sides which is pretty useless

I never knew these existed, but resolve to investigate because it does sound like a good feature.

anonymousbudy

superdooper said:

Does anybody have any tips for cleaning the inside roof of an oven? My double oven is so small that a large chicken practically touches the roof and consequently the roof is thick with crud and so belches out black smoke when the door is open. Spray oven cleaners are no good as you can't spray upwards. I've tried paint stripper and caustic soda. Years ago I had a cooker with a roof that slid out for cleaning - has anybody come across a cooker like this recently? I'm due a new oven soon so does anybody know of an oven that has catalytic lining over the roof? My current one has this lining but only at the sides which is pretty useless

Cleaning the top inside of a small double oven can be tricky, especially when it gets covered in grease and grime. Traditional spray oven cleaners might not work well because they can't reach upwards. Some folks have tried using strong chemicals like paint strippers and caustic soda, but these can be hazardous.

In the past, there were ovens where the roof part could slide out for easy cleaning, but it's less common now. If you're planning to get a new oven, you might want to look for one with catalytic liners on the roof. These liners help absorb and break down grease and grime when you use the oven at high temperatures. However, not all ovens have this feature, so be sure to check the oven's specifications when shopping.

Remember, regular cleaning is the best way to avoid heavy buildup, which can make your oven smoky and harder to clean.

Owain_Moneysaver

If it's a built-in oven, remove it from the housing unit and turn it upside down

kipsterno1

Could you steam clean it? 

twopenny

Ah so that's what I had in my last oven!
A non clean finish that never needed cleaning for decades. Just heavenly.
It's inspired me to look for a new oven 

mubeen_ahmad12

Cleaning the roof of an oven is like giving it a little bath for the top part. You see, the roof of the oven can get dirty with food splatters and grease. To clean it, you'll want to be careful. First, make sure the oven is turned off and cool. Then, take a damp cloth or sponge and gently wipe away the dirt and grime from the roof. If it's really stubborn, you can use a special oven cleaner, but be sure to follow the instructions on the bottle. After you're done, your oven's roof will be all clean and ready to help you make delicious meals again!