In some respects, this product is a bit of an anomaly because the inner shell of a barbecue doesn’t really require any cleaning at all and no amount of scrubbing will ever restore it to its original condition – the heat alone will tarnish the metal and change its colour forever. Yes, the Jeyes BBQ Cleaner kills bacteria in a thrice, but so does 350˚C of searing heat. This simple but mostly effective paste and sponge system from 40-year-old, UK-based Astonish does the job very well. However, it didn’t make that much impact on a heavily soiled oven door that had never been cleaned. And that’s hardly surprising since very few domestic cleaners are capable of removing burnt-in grease from a five-year-old oven door that has never seen a scourer. This all-purpose spray cleaner can be used to remove grease on a whole range of surfaces, including fabrics, metals and plastics so if you have an oven door which needs a good clean, this could be the product for you. Cleaning the inside of AGAs, light and coloured metals, painted surfaces (including painted enamel) or self-cleaning ovens. We also recommend patch testing on stainless steel as this product may not be suitable for all stainless steel surfaces. We tested it on a decidedly grubby Webber kettle barbecue and can vouch that it removed most of the ingrained grease from the grill and internal shell with relatively little fuss. However, it did take almost an entire 750ml bottle to complete the process, leaving very little for our oven test. In the event, it did remove some of the oven’s lighter tarnishing but not as well as any of the bona fide oven cleaners listed above.

Heat-activated, steam-clean wipes that make light work of cleaning your microwave. Steam – for less than a minute – leave to cool, then wipe. Even burnt-on food will lift effortlessly away, leaving your microwave smelling lemony fresh. The gel is easy to apply with no splashing and it doesn’t smell too bad either. Just be sure to follow the instructions carefully, because both solutions contain highly corrosive potassium hydroxide. Use Oven Pride, slop it in and wipe off. Couldn’t be easier and no fumes.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user BluebellsGreenbells) Bar Keepers Friend powder and a bit of water is brilliant for cleaning ovens, sinks etc.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user TrixieMixie) Our verdict The glass in the door comes up sparkly clean if you paint on the Lakeland Oven Mate with the brush provided. For really baked-on dirt a couple of applications may be necessary. It really works.” (Recommended by Mumsnet user pam290358)

To make cleaning easier next time, consider lining your oven with an oven liner to catch any spills and splashes. How we test oven cleaners

If you wish to return this item to Robert Dyas, you can only do so by the following method: 1. Visit Your Local Robert Dyas Store To use, simply open the lid, dip the supplied sponge into some warm water (rough side down) and swipe up some solution from the tub. Now work on the oven glass and interior and exterior surfaces using a circular motion. Leave for a few minutes before wiping off the solution with the smoother side of the sponge and, all being well, your oven should look as good as the day you bought it. Pyrolitic ovens feature a special timed cleaning program that super-heats the empty oven to around 500˚C. Grease and baked-on remnants are burnt to ash, which you can then simply wipe away once the oven has cooled. It’s arguably the most fuss-free way to keep an oven clean, but it takes up to four hours to complete, and toxic smoke can be generated in the process – which is why many pyrolytic ovens come with a catalytic converter to eradicate emissions.Prepared to be, well, astonished at the results from this humble pot of paste. This cleaner swaps harsh chemicals for orange oil so you get a nicer scent than other products and it can be used all over the oven, including the door. Failing that, try a combination of bicarbonate of soda and vinegar. The vinegar will provide natural acidity while the bicarbonate of soda focuses on getting right into the heart of the stain to loosen and lift it, so all you have to do is wash it off. How do you clean the glass on the oven door? Brillo pads have been around for over a century and they are still doing the business when it comes to cleaning. These versatile soap-filled, steel wool pads can remove the toughest of grease and baked-on dirt from ovens and grills and also leave oven doors sparkling. Barbecuing can be a messy business, and nobody relishes the thought of scrubbing and scraping burnt-on food from the bars and sides of the grill once all the bangers and burgers have been devoured. Here to take most of the effort out of the job, and keep your grill clean and shiny all year round, is the BBQ Cleaning Kit from Oven Mate – the same people who make our bestselling Oven Mate Gel for your indoor oven.