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Hot Humid Summer…

This summer has been so hot and humid! It has also been one of the busiest summers in years for my family. We have 3 boys, and two of them have birthdays during the summer. I decided to throw a big birthday party for one of them and finally show off our new homestead to our friends. It was exciting and fun. Most importantly, the kids had fun! In the process of cooking all the food for my 30 friends, I made a gigantic mess in the microwave. I know I can get all the grease and stuck-on food cleaned up easily using my easy microwave cleaning method.

I decided to head to Target to pick up a couple of items and pick up the supplies I need to clean the microwave with. While I was there, I picked up a 6 pack of printed ocelo™ No-Scratch Scrub Sponges, a 4 pack of non-printed ocelo scrub sponges, and a couple of cool items that will be great for a frugal and crafty teacher gift. The ocelo scrub sponges are the perfect item to clean the microwave with. All I really need is something that is powerful, right? ocelo scrub sponges are very good for cleaning. I know this because I use them a lot, and not to mention, I love the different colors and designs to choose from.

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 I use ocelo No-Scratch Scrub Sponges to clean a multitude of things because I know they won’t scratch or damage them in any way. Keeping one in the bathroom to clean the sink and the delicate marble bathroom tile. I also always have one at the kitchen sink for cleaning my non-stick and stainless pots and pans, glasses, and dishes. ocelo No-Scratch Scrub Sponges have printed and non-printed design options. At Target, the printed ones come in a 3 pack ($3.89) and a 6 pack ($5.57). The non-printed ones come in 4 pretty colors: teal, lemon, mango, and lime, and in either a 2 pack ($2.39) and a 4 pack ($3.99). I usually buy a 6 pack of printed ocelo No-Scratch Scrub Sponges and a 4 pack of non-printed. I like to use the non-printed in the bathroom and the printed one at the kitchen sink.

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Easy Microwave Cleaning Tutorial

First, we need a really dirty microwave. My microwave was already super dirty from the birthday party food I had reheated, but then the kids reheated some ravioli. They filled the bowl too full, and now, look at this mess! As if it wasn’t dirty enough to begin with.

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This step is optional. If you have super-stuck-on food or your microwave is super gross, place a glass of water in a microwavable bowl and run the microwave for a couple of minutes. This will release steam and get some of that caked-on mess to loosen all on its own.

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My microwave looks like a mess, but the ocelo No-Scratch Scrub Sponges were quite strong enough to get the job done without heating the water.

The next step is to get your ocelo scrub sponge wet with warm water. Start by using the scrubbing side of the sponge. This doesn’t take too much work. The ocelo scrub sponge is powerful enough to take on the job easily!

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Scrub and then wipe with the soft side. Continue using this method until you have all the stubborn food particles removed.

Easy Microwave Cleaning Without using Stinky Cleaners!

To get all the food particles you scrubbed loose out of the microwave get a clean washrag to wipe them out. This leaves you with a super clean microwave. Mine looks brand new, doesn’t it?

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I got my microwave clean very easily using ocelo No-Scratch Scrub Sponges. The fun and creative designs made cleaning fun and easy!

I love the cute little pineapple designs. Thanks for checking out my Easy Microwave Cleaning Tutorial! Now, go get yours clean. Find ocelo No-Scratch Scrub Sponges ONLINE AT TARGET. Or find them in the store and save $0.50 off one ocelo Scrub Sponge Multi-pack using this .50¢ OFF COUPON!

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  1. Michelle says

    August 8, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    It’s amazing how fast a microwave can get gross and dirty. I love cleaning it like this – or with a little lemon in the water for extra good smells and more! #client

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    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 8, 2016 at 3:17 pm

      Adding lemon is a great idea! I love the way lemon smells and love using it to clean! Thanks for stopping by Michelle!

      Reply
  2. Christine Tatum says

    August 8, 2016 at 4:41 pm

    Oddly, ours is clean right now! I do need to get the cute pineapple sponge – asap!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 8, 2016 at 6:36 pm

      Wow, that is awesome. The sponges are super cute! Thanks for stopping by Christine!

      Reply
  3. tara pittman says

    August 8, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    My husband is the one who makes messes in the microwave. He never covers his food!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 8, 2016 at 6:35 pm

      My kids don’t cover either, hence the huge ravioli mess! Thanks for stopping by Tara!

      Reply
  4. Jasmine Eclipse says

    August 8, 2016 at 6:41 pm

    Oh my gosh I loved reading this post and seeing those before and after pictures! There’s nothing I love more than getting things in my house nice and clean. I’ll try out the water thing next time I need to clean my microwave, that’s an awesome tip!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 8, 2016 at 7:23 pm

      Thank you so much Jasmine! I totally agree, seeing things clean is awesome and so rewarding! Thanks for stopping by Jasmine!

      Reply
  5. Agnes Dela Cruz says

    August 8, 2016 at 9:17 pm

    It’s always daunting to clean microwave ovens. I find it so hard to do at times specially when the food sticks up in the edges. I would love to use this brand to help me ease in cleaning.

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    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 11:46 am

      ocelo Scrub Sponges work so well. I love using them to clean up all over the house! Thanks Agnes!

      Reply
  6. Amy Jones says

    August 8, 2016 at 11:44 pm

    God! I didn’t know how much I needed these cleaning tips until I came across them. A million thanks!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 11:44 am

      So glad you found it helpful!

      Reply
  7. Elizabeth O. says

    August 9, 2016 at 3:51 am

    I often use that technique with heating a bowl of water up to make the stains a little easier to remove! These are very good tips, thanks!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 11:44 am

      It works pretty well. Thank you Elizabeth for stopping by!

      Reply
  8. Ana De- Jesus says

    August 9, 2016 at 9:08 am

    Wow it made it look all shiny and brand new! That really does look like a good microwave cleaner!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 11:43 am

      Thanks so much Ana!

      Reply
  9. Jordan @ Jordan's Onion says

    August 9, 2016 at 11:54 am

    There’s nothing better than a clean microwave! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      Agreed! Thanks Jordan!

      Reply
  10. Liz Mays says

    August 9, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    That water technique works like a charm. Thank goodness because sometimes it seems that dried crud is permanently attached.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      I know what you mean! That is why I love the ocelo sponges, they work really hard so I don’t have to! Thank you Liz!

      Reply
  11. Echo says

    August 9, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    It’s amazing what a great sponge and some warm water can do! Thanks for this post!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 9, 2016 at 3:37 pm

      Agreed! You’re very welcome!

      Reply
  12. Kathy Kenny Ngo says

    August 9, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    I never heard about ocelo before but I definitely need this! I hope we have this in our country too.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 10, 2016 at 4:04 pm

      I sure hope they have them in your country too! Good luck finding them. What country do you live in?

      Reply
  13. Emily says

    August 10, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I keep seeing the ocelo sponges and wanted to try them! I am so going to buy some next time I’m at the store!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 10, 2016 at 4:02 pm

      Awesome! I love them!

      Reply
  14. Michelle Waller says

    August 10, 2016 at 2:20 pm

    I had to end up buying a new microwave. Mine refused to be cleaned anymore and the cleaners stayed inside. I am going to use your tips when I have to clean my new one.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 10, 2016 at 4:01 pm

      I think sometimes we let the mess in there go to long. It is easy to forget about cleaning it, especially if mom isn’t the one who uses it most often. You might could make a point to clean it once a month. I bet cleaning it more often will help immensely!

      Reply
  15. Jamela Porter says

    August 10, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    My microwave needs a cleaning bad. I have a few ocelo sponges, so I might have to try this out over the weekend.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 10, 2016 at 4:00 pm

      Awesome Jamela, let me know how it goes.

      Reply
  16. Dawn McAlexander says

    August 10, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    I had forgotten that old trick about putting water in the microwave to loosen stuck-on grime. I need to remember that the next time I go to clean the microwave.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 10, 2016 at 3:58 pm

      It is much better than using stinky cleaners!

      Reply
  17. Rosey says

    August 10, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    OH my goodness, I’ve had a blow up in the microwave like that before too. Tips on cleaning, esp a mess like that are always welcome.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 10, 2016 at 7:16 pm

      Right? Cleaning the microwave was a pain before I started using my new method. I seriously hated it!

      Reply
  18. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says

    August 11, 2016 at 5:47 am

    My, looks like a great all-around kitchen tool for me! I usually don’t use my microwave nor have any problems cleaning it but my other kitchen essentials all say a different thing. Thanks for recommending Ocelo!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 11, 2016 at 3:29 pm

      It really is a wonderful cleaning too! Thanks Karla!

      Reply
  19. Anosa says

    August 12, 2016 at 5:10 am

    I had always dreaded cleaning the microwave when i had a blow-up accident but now my sponge does me good. Thanks for the tips

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 13, 2016 at 2:56 pm

      You are very welcome, Anosa! Thank you!

      Reply
  20. Wildish Jess says

    August 16, 2016 at 1:39 am

    Love the colors of these sponges! So cute!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 16, 2016 at 7:05 am

      Thanks Jess!

      Reply
  21. Mags says

    August 16, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    Great tip! I will give this a shot.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 17, 2016 at 10:28 pm

      Thanks, Mags!

      Reply
  22. Rachel Mouton says

    August 16, 2016 at 8:34 pm

    WOW! I had no idea that it could be so easy cleaning my microwave. Thanks so much for the help 🙂

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 17, 2016 at 10:28 pm

      Of course, you are so welcome! Thank you, Rachel!

      Reply
  23. Ana De- Jesus says

    August 17, 2016 at 4:53 am

    The no scratch sponges are brilliant for multi purpose cleaning especially microwaves.,

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 17, 2016 at 10:28 pm

      I so agree!

      Reply
  24. Mhaan A says

    August 19, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Wow! Cleaning microwave has never been this easy!

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 21, 2016 at 12:35 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  25. Eileen Kelly says

    August 21, 2016 at 12:43 am

    I love to cook and hate to clean, Wonderful sponges that do such a great job. Looks like a wonderful party

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      August 21, 2016 at 12:35 pm

      I know right. The clean up us rarely ever any fun. Thank you so much Eileen!

      Reply
  26. Colette S says

    August 31, 2016 at 10:26 pm

    Those are cute.
    I love when cleaning is easier and fun.
    Thanks for sharing these.

    Reply
    • Kristi @HomesteadWishing says

      September 12, 2016 at 10:53 am

      Thank you Colette!

      Reply

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