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Jullia Joson

Cleaning oven racks in grass is trending as a 'natural' method to remove grime and grease – but experts think otherwise

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As we're well into the age of social media and cleanfluencers, believe us when we say we've come across a fair share of questionable cleaning hacks. However, the idea of cleaning oven racks in grass might just be one of the most bizarre of them all.

Dubbed as a more 'natural' way to achieve a spotless finish, the method consists of leaving oven racks on the lawn overnight and allowing the dew to loosen up stubborn dirt and grime, making them easier to wipe down. In theory, it sounds like it could be an interesting way to clean an oven without chemicals.

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