New Delhi, Nov. 14 -- Microwaves are one of the most frequently used kitchen appliances, but they often get overlooked when it comes to cleaning. Food splatters, sauce spills, and overflows can build up quickly, leading to unpleasant odours and bacterial growth.

"Dirty microwaves can affect both food taste and appliance efficiency," says Galia Ivanova, CEO of Cleaning Estimate, UK. "Residues left behind may cause smells and even reduce the microwave's performance over time."

Delah Gomasi, CEO of MaidForYou, adds that microwaves can become a breeding ground for bacteria if not cleaned regularly. She points out that this is why proper microwave cleaning is one of the first tasks new cleaners are trained on.

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