<p>So I was making a smore in my microwave, and I went to the bathroom. By the time I got back the marshmallow had exploded and the room reeks of smoke. I’m scared to open the microwave because I don’t want to set off the smoke detectors, especially since someone did the same thing yesterday except with popcorn…
What can I do?</p>
<p>p.s.
I already turned off and unplugged the microwave</p>
<p>Turn on any vent fans & open any windows and doors.
Then open the microwave in tiny bursts, open & close, open & close, to let little bits of smoke out at a time if it is really full of smoke</p>
<p>Okay, I turned off the microwave and most of the smoke went away with the open-shut method, but it still reeks…any ways to clean/eliminate the odor? I feel so guilty about this…</p>
<p>If the smoke smell in the room is very heavy and won’t dissipate after a few hours with the windows open you may have to scrub the place down - wash the curtains, shampoo any carpets, use Febreeze or something similar on the upholstery, etc.</p>
<p>All you can do is open windows/doors and bring in your fan, if you have one.</p>
<p>try wiping down the inside of the microwave with white vinegar ( if you have any)</p>
<p>I agree with opening all windows and using a fan. </p>
<p>To freshen the microwave, combine ¼ cup vinegar and 1 cup of water in a microwaveable bowl and microwave for 5 min. Let it cool for a few minutes then wipe the inside of the microwave. Repeat the process this time substituting the vinegar with quartered lemon pieces in a bowl of water. </p>
<p>You could also bake an apple pie or banana bread or cinnamon rolls. Or boil a pot of water and throw some orange peel and cinnamon sticks on it for a couple of minutes then simmer. However, since you messed up something as easy as marshmallows I suggest sticking with opening the windows and the fan then later use Febreze.</p>
<p>For future reference, making smores in the microwave takes about 10 seconds, and you have maybe five seconds between a puffy marshmallow and a smokey marshmallow catastrophe. Take the bathroom break before ya nuke 'em next time ;)</p>