Kitchen Cleaning Tips

Perhaps cleaning the kitchen is not among your favorite chores. In all honesty, that’s the same with most people. However, it is one of those things that you can’t afford to avoid because the repercussions can be quite frustrating. 

Of course, no one can make you love this task, but we will make it a lot easier for you. The tips featured in this article are meant to enhance the whole cleaning process. 

Read on to find out more about how to get every corner of your kitchen sparkling clean. 

Use Enzyme Cleaners Where possible 

One of the most annoying things, while seated in your kitchen, is seeing those grease splatters all over the place. 

Usually, you’ll see them on the surface of your furniture, including the shelves. Cleaning this dirt can be very frustrating since not all cleaning agents are able to work on it effectively.

So, how do enzyme-based cleaners manage to remove these grease splatters? Well, it is all about “digestion.” 

The enzymes break down the grease and any other compound waste to small particles that can be digested by bacteria. 

The resulting products are carbon dioxide and water, which can be wiped off easily. To use these cleaners, you’ll need to saturate a clean microfiber cloth, then press it on the stained area. 

Wait a few minutes for the enzymes to do their work before wiping the area. 

Always Leave Your Oven Clean 

One mistake that many people make is not attending to the spills as soon as they occur. 

When left for long, these spills will build up a sticky feature that will – in the long run – make your cleaning process a nightmare. 

Therefore, make it a habit always to use a damp cloth to wipe out any mess the second they happen.

Do you have a sticky mess inside your microwave oven? Don’t worry; sprinkle some salt on this dirt as soon as you can. When subjected to the heat from your oven, the sticky matter will turn to ash. 

All you need to do is let your oven cool then wipe the ash out using a wet cloth. It might seem like a simple task, but it goes a long way into easing your kitchen cleaning process. 

Keep Your Garbage Disposal Ever-Fresh

Your garbage disposal is among the most important areas in your kitchen. However, they can be very frustrating if you don’t maintain it. 

One factor that could throw you off is the smell coming from a poorly maintained garbage disposal.

The first step to a fresh kitchen is ensuring that enough water is used to flush food particles through the disposal system. 

After the grinding motor gas stopped running, let the water continue flowing for another 20 seconds. This will ensure that any food waste stuck in the pipe is flushed off the system.

Another hack that could come in handy is the use of baking soda. Do you have a packet of baking soda that has been in the fridge for more than 30 days? 

Don’t throw it away, dump the product in your garbage disposal, and run enough water. This will help keep the system fresh, which is a huge boost to your kitchen’s cleanliness.

Use disinfectants and Cleaners

Nothing builds your mood better than a beautifully-smelling environment. There are thousands of brands in the market selling the best disinfectants that you could explore. We would, however, recommend an all-purpose orange cleaner.

This cleaner made of orange peels can be used to wipe all surfaces in your kitchen. All you need is several orange peels, vinegar, and a storage container. 

Put the two products in the container, cover, and leave the mixture for several weeks. The resulting mixture can be used to clean greasy, stoves, sinks, and countertops. 

Safeguard the Top of Your Fridge

Is the top end of your refrigerator looking somewhat gross? Well, this is due to a build-up of food particles that usually float on steam. 

At the end of the day, they condense and stick to the top of your fridge. Cleaning this area can be a bit tricky and quite frustrating.

Fortunately, there is an easy way out of this problem. Arm yourself with a plastic wrap big enough to fit the dimensions of your fridge’s roof. 

Once put in place, this plastic wrap will be the new collection point of these food particles. All you’ll need to do is replace the plastic wrap every month. 

Kitchen cleaning can be an intimidating task, especially if you don’t know how to work around certain problems. There are several cleaning hacks you could apply to keep your kitchen sparkling clean. 

The main areas to keep an eye on are the surfaces (counters and sinks) and your appliances. 

For instance, the oven should be cleaned regularly for optimum operation and safety of your food. Similarly, your fridge should also offer a safe environment for the storage of food.