During the cold season, the oven becomes one of our main allies in the kitchen: baked pasta dishes, steaming mains and warm cakes fill the home with comforting aromas and bring warmth to the table.
Stains, crumbs and stubborn residue, however, can become our enemies. That’s why the oven also needs a few simple habits to work at its best. Let’s see how to clean the oven smartly and regularly to prevent the build-up of grease and food residue that, over time, can cause bad smells, smoke and uneven cooking.
Good practices for oven cleaning
Keeping the oven clean doesn’t require much effort: small daily actions and natural remedies are enough.
- Clean the oven after use: when it is still warm, wipe it with a damp cloth to remove splashes and fresh residue.
- Cleaning racks and trays: wash them separately and regularly using a soft sponge and dishwashing liquid. To remove stubborn stains, soak the trays in hot water and detergent. For tougher residue, apply a paste of baking soda and water for a few hours. Then scrub with a non-abrasive sponge to avoid scratches, rinse and dry thoroughly before placing them back in the oven.
- Quick checks: occasionally make sure the seals are intact and the fan openings are clear to ensure a safe and efficient oven.
Which products should you use?
There are several solutions available, from natural remedies to specific detergents:
- Choose baking soda to remove grease and residue while neutralising odours;
- Vinegar or lemon are perfect for cleaning the glass and freshening the interior. Mix hot water and lemon for a natural fresh scent.
To permanently tackle stubborn residue, Care+Protect Degreaser is the right choice: it removes tough grease, helps the oven and racks work more efficiently and keeps them clean, sanitised and always ready for use.
Oven cleaning with the hOn app
Every oven connected to the hOn app has a dedicated care and maintenance area designed to help you look after your appliance.
Care instructions
On the hOn app you’ll find practical guides to help you clean the oven and perform maintenance easily and without hassle. You’ll have access to tips on ideal materials, natural detergents and quantities to use, as well as step-by-step instructions to achieve a shiny, sanitised oven. From first-use cleaning to tips for removing odours and routine care.
Maintenance counter
The hOn app monitors your oven and suggests cleaning whenever it’s needed, based on previous cleaning cycles. This way, there are no more excuses—you’ll never forget to take care of your oven.
Specialised programmes
The hOn app guides you through cleaning a pyrolytic oven* with specific programmes designed for different needs:
- H20-Clean: an eco-friendly programme for lightly soiled ovens, to be used periodically;
- First-use cleaning: essential to prepare the oven and remove the “new appliance” smell;
- Generic programme: recommended for regular oven cleaning;
- Rack cleaning: step-by-step guidance to remove stubborn residue;
- Removing bad odours: using simple, natural tricks.
*Pyrolytic ovens feature an advanced self-cleaning function that uses very high temperatures to remove dirt automatically and safely.
An oven that’s always efficient, stress-free
Thanks to the hOn app, oven maintenance is no longer based on guesswork or habits, but on targeted instructions designed to preserve performance, safety and cooking quality over time.
The result? An oven that is always clean, safe and ready to deliver its best in the kitchen, every day.
