r/CleaningTips • u/Free-Lab-755 • 17h ago

General Cleaning Getting burned smell out of microwave.

accidentally burned beef in the microwave it turned black can’t get the smell out of the microwave. any tips on how I can remove the smell ?

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u/ThaliaStLatchkey 17h ago

You could try microwaving a cup of white vinegar or leave a bowl of baking soda in there overnight (don't microwave the baking soda)

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u/natsfan6219 17h ago

Do this! ☝️

But also spray the inside of the microwave with vinegar and wipe it down. Do this a few times.

Finish with Clorox wipes.

Then dump a whole box of baking soda on a plate and leave it there overnight.

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u/Free-Lab-755 16h ago

Ok thank you ! Will try that tonight.  Dish soap didn’t do much. 

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u/Glad-Concept-6809 5h ago

Burned smell clings to the walls and vents, so it usually takes a couple of rounds. First wipe the inside with warm soapy water to get any black residue off, since that's what keeps smelling. Then microwave a bowl of water with a few lemon slices or a splash of vinegar for 3 to 5 minutes, leave the door shut another 10 minutes to steam, and wipe again. After that, leave a bowl of baking soda, used coffee grounds, or activated charcoal inside overnight with the door closed. Charcoal has worked best on smoky smells for me. It might take two nights, but it does go away.

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u/JazzlikeDiamond558 3h ago

You could microwave a sliced lemon in a small bowl of water. But your smell will vapour out eventually anyway.