Oh whoa, I never thought to try this before

If you have spots that are particularly grimy or difficult to clean, you can use a soft sponge or a non-abrasive scrubber to lightly scrub those areas after soaking. The grime should come off easily with minimal effort.

For heavily burnt-on stains, you can add a bit of baking soda to the water to boost the cleaning power. The slight abrasiveness of the baking soda will help lift off any charred spots.

If you don’t have dryer sheets, you can try aluminum foil rolled into a ball as a substitute. While it’s not as soft, it can still be effective for lightly scrubbing the racks.

If you’ve ever tried to scrub oven racks with a wire brush or abrasive cleaner, you know how exhausting and time-consuming it can be. This trick saves you both time and effort. By allowing the dryer sheets to do the work while the racks soak, you free up your time for other things and avoid the backbreaking labor of scrubbing each bar. Plus, this method is affordable and uses items you probably already have at home.

Not only will your oven racks be spotless and gleaming, but your kitchen will also smell pleasantly fresh thanks to the scented dryer sheets.

My aunt’s trick to clean oven racks with dryer sheets and dish soap has changed the way I approach this otherwise unpleasant task. It requires minimal work, no scrubbing, and leaves your oven racks looking like new with very little hassle. Whether you’re cleaning your oven for the holidays or just trying to keep your kitchen in order, this method will save you time and frustration. So next time you dread tackling your grimy oven racks, give this hack a try—you won’t be disappointed!