Keep your microwave looking and smelling fresh.

Manager, Quality Engineering at LG Electronics.

This can result in uneven heating and reducing the efficiencies of the microwave.

a woman’s hand washes a microwave with a rag

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Using something like a damp cloth is a very effective tool to use when cleaning the microwave.

Stein also advises using food-safe cleaning solutions, so no chemicals get into your food when heating it.

Microwave-safe covers can be used to prevent splatter stains inside the microwave, he says.

Human Hand Putting Sliced Lemon In Bowl Near Open Microwave

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Undiluted bleach is not recommended for cleaning microwaves.

This solution causes dangerous fumes, as well as damages surfaces, warns Kim.