1. Freshening Up the Microwave
Ever use the trick of nuking a glass of baking soda in water? That’s the same principle. “Steam will loosen anything that’s been hardened onto the microwave, and then you can easily wipe it away with a microfiber cloth,” says Maker. And, bonus, it also disinfects this area that frequently comes into contact with food.
2. De-greasing the Range Exhaust Fan
“Lots of people don’t realize it, but the metal filter gets filthy,” says Maker. You can remove it, lay it on a flat surface, and blast steam at it. “It pushes the grease right off,” she says. “It’s like watching an infomercial.”
3. Cleaning Tile Backsplash
This has got to be up there with the most-hated kitchen chores. It’s a pain to scrub and hard to reach a tile backsplash. But a blast of steam can get in all the nooks and crannies and peel off dried-on splatters easily.
4. Disinfecting Countertops and Cutting Boards
After cutting or handling raw meat, poultry, or fish, a quick wipe down then stream of steam will kill any lingering bacteria and leave your counters spotless. Just make sure the materials are ones that can withstand the heat, like natural stone or silicone.
5. De-greasing the Oven
