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| When you take the proper measures, cleaning your kitchen is easy. Ⓒ freepik |
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The kitchen is typically considered to be the center of the home. It's where families gather for meals. Often, kids do their homework and play games. This busy space can get dirty easily, but because its primary role is to keep and prepare food, it is essential that it stays clean and hygienic. Though it's hard work, cleaning your kitchen isn't too difficult. When you take the proper measures, it may actually be rather easy.
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Light fixtures
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| Make sure the light fixture is off and the bulb is cool before cleaning it. Ⓒ freepik |
You should begin at the top and gradually work your way down. All of the dust and debris will fall to the ground this way. The last thing you want to do is spend your time cleaning the kitchen floor only to find dust on it from the top of a light fixture or cabinet.
The way you clean a light fixture depends on the type. Make sure the light fixture is off and the bulb is cool before cleaning it. Use a step ladder instead of your kitchen chair or another piece of furniture if you need help reaching it.
Cabinets
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| Starting from the top, work your way down the cabinet door, clean it with a microfiber cloth. Ⓒ YuliiaKa, freepik |
After cleaning the light fixtures, begin cleaning the crown molding on the cabinets. Starting from the top, work your way down the cabinet door, cleaning the dust with a microfiber cloth. To remove spots or heavy stains, try cleaning the doors with a few drops of dish soap in water and a microfiber cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaning products to protect your cabinet finish. Food splashes are common on cabinets near the stove, oven, and microwave. Take extra care when cleaning the stains.
Countertops
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| Clean the countertops with gentle dish soap and water. Ⓒ freepik |
Clean your countertops with gentle dish soap and water. Rinse with a microfiber cloth. Do not use a rough sponge or harsh chemicals. This process applies for both natural stones (quartz or granite) and laminate countertops.
Sink
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| The sink is the dirtiest place, so give extra attention to that. Ⓒ freepik |
To clean chrome, stainless steel, or metal surfaces on the sink, use oxalic acid, which you can find in stores under several brand names. Take a generous amount of it and let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe it out with a cloth to clean the sink. The drain area is the dirtiest place, so give extra attention to that. You can also use baking soda; let it sit for two or three minutes on the sink, then scrub. Do not forget to clean the garbage disposal.
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Dishwasher
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| When washing handle dishwasher's stainless steel exterior with extra care. Ⓒ freepik |
Deep cleaning a dishwasher takes time and elbow grease. Fortunately, you only need to clean it once a month, depending on the model and water. When washing the dishwasher's stainless steel exterior, use extra care. You may use disinfectant wipes to clean the hinges, which can be difficult to reach.
Stove top
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| All you need is warm water, dish soap, and a microfiber cloth to clean the stove. Ⓒ freepik |
Dirty stoves not only look ugly, but they are also full of bacteria and grease buildup. It is simple to clean your stove. All you need is warm water, dish soap, and a microfiber cloth. To remove hardened food stains from a glass electric cooktop, use a fine razor blade to delicately chip away the stain.
Microwave
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| Wash your microwave inside and out with plain soap and water. Ⓒ zinkevych, freepik |
Your microwave will require more cleaning the more you use it. Try washing it inside and out with plain soap and water if it's just slightly dirty. If there is oil or food splatters on the interior, fill a microwave-safe container with equal amounts of vinegar and water, microwave for one minute, and then rinse. Let it rest for another minute without being disturbed before carefully removing it.
This technique releases all the grime that has been adhered to the microwave's top and sides, making cleaning it easier. Remember to take the turntable out and wash it with soap and water.
Fridge
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| Wipe out the shelves and drawers to clean the interior of fridge. Ⓒ prostooleh, freepik |
Consider cleaning the outside of your refrigerator once a week to remove fingerprints and smudges, especially from the handles. In the case of stainless steel, clean it using a microfiber cloth rubbed with water and dish soap. You can also use baking soda to thoroughly clean your refrigerator.
Remove all the food and trash anything that's old or expired, then wipe out the shelves and drawers to clean the interior.
Floors
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| Be sure to get under the oven, refrigerator and cabinets. Ⓒ freepik |
Sweep or vacuum your kitchen floor thoroughly beforehand. Then, vacuum all nooks, corners, and up to the baseboards with the thin-nose nozzle attachment. Be sure to get under the oven and refrigerator.
In the case of a tiled floor, make a thick paste of baking soda and water, then connect a microfiber cloth to a mopping tool. Glide the mop across the floor from left to right and top to bottom, collecting all dust and other particles. Vacuum up everything that doesn't attach to the cloth.
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To maintain a healthy environment in your home, you should properly clean your kitchen. You can simply reach your kitchen cleaning goal by following the provided techniques.
