Your oven hood filter is a greasy mess. Effortlessly get it clean like new again.

When you deep clean your kitchen, don’t overlook the hood filter above your stove. Its job is to trap smoky grease while you cook—which means over time, it collects layers of grime that can make even a spotless kitchen look dingy.

The good news? With just a few simple products and a little time, you can restore your hood filter so it looks (and functions) like new. Here are three tried-and-true methods you can use, depending on what you have on hand.

Method 1: Hot Water + OxiClean Soak

One of the most effective (and least messy) ways to tackle grease buildup is with an OxiClean soak.

What to Do:

1. Find a container large enough to fully submerge your filter—a pot, basin, or even the bathtub.
2. Fill it with boiling water. The heat helps soften grease.
3. Stir in about 1 cup of OxiClean until dissolved.
4. Place the filter in the solution, making sure it’s fully covered.
5. Let it soak for 10–30 minutes, depending on how greasy it is.
6. Rinse thoroughly under running water.
7. Shake off excess moisture and let the filter air dry before reinstalling.

Why it Works:
OxiClean is a powerhouse stain remover that lifts tough grease and grime with minimal scrubbing.

Method 2: Baking Soda + Dish Soap

If you don’t have OxiClean, a combo of baking soda and dish soap works wonders too.

You’ll Need:

• Hot water
• Baking soda
• Degreasing dish soap
• Large basin or sink
• Soft brush or non-abrasive scrubber

Steps:

1. Remove the filter (most slide or pop out easily).
2. Tap it over a trash can to shake off loose debris.
3. Fill a basin or sink with very hot water. Add a squirt of dish soap and ¼–½ cup of baking soda.
4. Submerge the filter and soak for at least 30 minutes (up to a few hours for heavy buildup).
5. Scrub gently with a soft brush, focusing on corners and edges.
6. Rinse thoroughly under hot running water until it’s completely clean.
7. Dry completely before reinstalling.

Why it Works:
Baking soda acts as a gentle abrasive, while dish soap cuts through grease—making them a powerful duo.

Method 3: Steam Cleaning

For a more hands-on option, try steam cleaning. The hot steam quickly breaks down grease, though it can get a bit messier than soaking.

How to Do It:

1. Put on protective gloves to avoid steam burns.
2. Place towels or newspapers under your work area to catch drips.
3. Heat up your steam cleaner.
4. Slowly run the steam across the filter surface, letting the heat loosen the grease.
5. Wipe away softened grime with a damp cloth or sponge, rinsing it often.
6. Rinse the filter under running water, then let it air dry fully before reinstalling.

Why it Works:
Steam dissolves grease naturally, no chemicals required.

Final Tips

• Always let the filter dry completely before putting it back in place to avoid moisture buildup.
• For best results, clean your hood filter every 1–3 months, depending on how often you cook.

With these easy methods, you’ll have your hood filter sparkling clean again—helping your kitchen look brighter and your range hood work more efficiently.