How to Properly Clean the Range Hood Filter – A Simple Habit That Keeps Your Kitchen Fresh & Safe

Fill the sink with hot water (as hot as your hands can handle)

Add 1–2 tablespoons of dish soap

Soak for 15–30 minutes

For extra-greasy filters:

Add ½ cup baking soda to the soak

Let sit for up to 1 hour

Step 3: Scrub Gently

Use a soft brush or sponge to scrub both sides

Focus on the mesh — that’s where grease hides

Don’t use steel wool — it can damage the filter

The grease should lift easily after soaking.

Step 4: Rinse & Dry

Rinse thoroughly under warm water

Shake off excess water

Dry completely with a clean towel or let air dry

⚠️ Never reinstall a wet filter — it can drip grease into your kitchen.

Step 5: Reinstall & Wipe Down the Hood

Slide the clean filter back into place

Wipe the hood interior with a damp cloth

Remove any loose grease or dust

Now your hood will breathe better, smell better, and work better.

🧼 Bonus: Deep-Cleaning Hack for Super-Greasy Filters

If your filter looks like it’s made of tar: