I'm always searching for "natural" cleaning methods. In my search to find a way to clean that disturbing grease from my range hood vent screens, I found a miracle. Baking Soda and Boiling Water = MIRACLE (cue angels singing). This was too good to not share with all of you.
So....
Step 1: Remove vent screens and be prepared to be thoroughly disgusted.
Step 2: Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stove. CAREFULLY pour in 1/2 cup of baking soda, about a tablespoon at a time (this will bubble up and then subside). Insert vent screen (mine was only able to submerge 1/2 way).
Step 3: Once again be prepared to be disgusted. Wait until your water doesn't seem to be changing color (mine took about 3 minutes). Then flip your vent screen over and wait an additional 3 minutes or so.
Step 4: Turn off boiling concoction and remove vent screen to sink. Thoroughly rinse and allow to dry before placing back in range hood. For that nasty water I took mine outside to drain into the yard. (NO WAY was I putting all of that sludge down my drain!)
This was the easiest I have ever had it cleaning those little buggers. Go on give it a try and let me know what you think.
Hugs,
Jenni
