A Simple and Effective Guide to Cleaning Your Kitchen
The kitchen is commonly a place of comfort where you make delicious meals for your family. The kitchen is also a room that requires constant cleaning. From daily dishes to wiping counters to more rigorous scrubbing as you tackle greasy stains and deal with odors, kitchen cleaning can be overwhelming.
Just like any room in your home, there’s a method to cleaning your kitchen that doesn't have to be overwhelming. Below, we’re sharing some of our go-to tips to help you to clean and restore your kitchen in no time.
What Cleaning Supplies do I Need?
Equipping yourself with the right cleaning supplies can make combating your kitchen messes a lot easier. Let’s start with the basics:
Paper Towels: Use Viva® Signature Cloth™ to help wipe away dirt and scrub grime. As the most cloth-like paper towel, Viva Signature Cloth works on any mess, from light spill cleanup to tough baked-on messes, revealing a clean and mess-free countertop.
Mop and Bucket: This is essential to deep cleaning your kitchen floors. Depending on how often you cook and/or the foot traffic in the kitchen, you might need to mop every other day.
Spray Bottle: A spray bottle is useful for applying homemade cleaning solutions evenly across your kitchen surfaces. Use this daily, along with paper towels, to keep your counter spotless.
Vinegar: This natural disinfectant can be handy to cut through grease.
Baking Soda: Use baking soda as a gentle abrasive when scrubbing and as a natural deodorizer.
Lemon: Lemon juice’s antibacterial properties make it ideal for removing stains and adding a fresh scent.
Mild Dish Soap: Use a gentle soap that’s designed for removing kitchen stains without harming appliances.
How to Clean Kitchen Appliances
Cleaning your kitchen appliances doesn’t have to be challenging. With the right approach, you can keep everything looking spotless and running smoothly.
How to Clean an Electric Stove Top
First things first, make sure your stove is off! Then, spray and wipe away any crumbs or stray bits of food. For those stubborn burnt-on spots, you could sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda, then spray some vinegar and watch the magic fizzling begin! Let this bubbly concoction work for 15 minutes. Finally, grab a Viva® Signature Cloth™ and gently scrub those spots in a circular motion. Wipe away any residue with another damp Viva® Signature Cloth™, leaving your stove sparkling clean and ready to use.
How to Clean a Dishwasher
Start by pulling out the bottom rack and inspect the drain area for any lurking debris. Next, place a cup full of white vinegar on the top rack – it’s your secret weapon against grease and odors! Run a hot water cycle to let the vinegar work its charm, breaking down all the gunk. Once that cycle’s done, sprinkle a healthy amount of baking soda across the bottom of the dishwasher, then run a short, hot water cycle to banish any remaining stains and enjoy a revitalized appliance.
How to Clean a Microwave
Fill a microwave-safe bowl with water and toss in a few slices of lemon. Pop the bowl into the microwave and heat it on high for about five minutes. This allows the citrusy steam to loosen up the grime. Once the timer goes off, carefully take out the bowl, and watch out – it’ll be hot! Now, use a paper towel to wipe down the inside of the microwave. Thanks to the cloth-like durability of the towel, those stubborn food splatters will slide right off.
How to Clean a Stove Top
For gas stoves, lift off the grates and give them a nice warm bath in soapy water to loosen up all the baked-on grime. While they soak, mix up a solution of vinegar and water, then use a paper towel to wipe down the stovetop. The grease should vanish before your eyes!
To clean ceramic stoves, spray the stovetop with a gentle cleaner and wipe dry with some Viva® Signature Cloth™ paper towels. Repeat and wipe down, as needed.
If you have an electric stove, no worries! Get that same trusty vinegar solution and Viva® Signature Cloth™, and scrub away any stubborn stains. Viva’s the perfect tool for the job, removing tough stains with a gentle, cloth-like texture for delicate surfaces like the stovetop.
Tips for Cleaning Your Fridge
Let’s simplify cleaning the fridge in a few easy steps:
Empty Your Fridge: Remove your food from the fridge as you check for expired or spoiled items. Toss any items that are expired.
Remove and Soak Shelves: Next, take out all removable parts and soak them in warm, soapy water. Gently scrub them to remove any residue and let them dry.
Prepare Cleaning Solution: Mix baking soda and water to create a natural, non-toxic cleaner.
Clean the Interior: Use the solution to wipe down interior surfaces, including walls, bottom, and ceiling. Don’t forget those pesky corners and crevices.
Take on Stubborn Stains: Let the baking soda mixture sit on tough stains for a few minutes extra before scrubbing gently.
Clean Door Seals: Use some Viva® Signature Cloth™ dipped in soapy water to scrub door seals, removing trapped crumbs and spills.
Reorganize: Finally, put your clean shelves back and neatly return all your fresh items back to your fridge.
A Final Wipe Down
Once your trusty kitchen appliances are gleaming, it’s time to clean the rest of your kitchen. Below, we are sharing more kitchen cleaning tips with a focus on cabinets, counters, and floors.
How to Clean Wood Cabinets
Start by dusting your wood cabinets to loosen any dirt and grime. Next, make a simple cleaning solution using a mild dish soap and warm water. Dip Viva® Signature Cloth™ into the solution, wring it out, and glide it over the cabinet surfaces. Make sure to follow the wood grain for a polished finish. Once done, rinse your cloth and wipe away any lingering soap suds. Finally, dry the cabinets with a clean paper towel to prevent any water damage.
Cleaning Quartz Countertops
Begin by clearing away any clutter, making room for a deep clean. Grab your all-purpose cleaner and spray those surfaces generously. Wipe everything down with a clean paper towel, making sure to wipe away any crumbs hiding in the corners and along the edges.
For quartz countertops, use a gentle cleaner made for that surface, ensuring it maintains its sleek and polished finish without any scratches.
Cleaning the Floor
Now it’s time to take on the floors! Start by sweeping up any leftover crumbs or debris. Next, fill your mop bucket with warm water and enough floor cleaner. If you have tiled floors or hardwood, use a cleaner that’s safe for the material. A clean floor can pull everything together, giving your kitchen the glow it deserves!
Use Viva® Paper Towels for a Fresher Kitchen
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