1. Home
  2. Home & Garden
  3. Housekeeping

Cleaning a Microwave Oven

By , About.com Guide

5 of 10

Clean the Interior Top of the Microwave

Whether it's chili from your last lunch, or pieces of a potato that exploded, the top of your microwave can get fairly dirty. Start cleaning the top first with a non-abrasive cleaning sponge with a little mild dishwashing soap and water. We start with the top so that pieces that fall off don't dirty or contaminate any other clean areas.

Explore Housekeeping

About.com Special Features

Storage Spaces You Didn't Know You Had

Get organized with these 10 overlooked storage spaces. More >

Make Your Own Scented Pine Cones

Bring a little of the winter season in your home with this easy-to-make craft. More >

  1. Home
  2. Home & Garden
  3. Housekeeping
  4. Clean and Organize Kitchens
  5. Clean the Interior Top of the Microwave

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.