diff --git a/code/modules/food/kitchen/cooking_machines/oven.dm b/code/modules/food/kitchen/cooking_machines/oven.dm
index c0b0db604e..7e7daaae5f 100644
--- a/code/modules/food/kitchen/cooking_machines/oven.dm
+++ b/code/modules/food/kitchen/cooking_machines/oven.dm
@@ -82,7 +82,7 @@
 		cooking = TRUE
 	else
 		open = TRUE
-		loss = (heating_power / resistance) * 4
+		loss = (heating_power / resistance) * 2 // Halve oven heat loss.
 		//When the oven door is opened, heat is lost MUCH faster and you stop cooking (because the door is open)
 		cooking = FALSE