How To Clean Kitchen Cabinets So They Look Good As New

Step 1: Empty the cupboards. Before you start cleaning, start by removing everything from the cabinets. This makes the cleaning process easier. It also gives you the opportunity to check and organize stored items. Throw away expired food and supplies. Sort and store remaining items appropriately.

Step 2: Dust. Use a duster to remove dust from cabinet surfaces. Dust tends to accumulate on the tops and corners of cabinets. So you need to pay special attention to these areas when cleaning. If there is a lot of dust, you can use a vacuum cleaner for preliminary cleaning.

Step 3: Make the detergent. Mix warm water and dishwashing detergent and pour into a spray bottle. Generally speaking, just add a few drops of dishwashing detergent to a liter of warm water. Too much detergent may remain, making it difficult to rinse thoroughly.

Step 4: Clean cabinets (inside and out). Use a spray bottle to spray the cleaner on the interior and exterior surfaces of your cabinets. Be careful not to spray too much or cause the liquid to run. Wipe gently with a microfiber cloth to remove surface stains.

The corners and edges of cabinets tend to collect dirt. At this time we can use a soft-bristled brush to deal with these hard-to-reach places. Don’t forget to clean cabinet door handles and hinges. These areas are used frequently and tend to accumulate oil stains and fingerprints.

Step 5: Remove stubborn oil stains. Use a cleaning paste made of baking soda and water. Mix baking soda and water in a 1:1 ratio to form a paste and apply it to the oil stain. After letting it sit for a few minutes, wipe it gently with a soft brush and then wipe it clean with a damp cloth.

Step 6: Return the items to the cupboard. Use a dry microfiber cloth to dry the cabinets inside and out, then neatly place items back in the cabinets.