If you want to remain healthy, then it is important to clean your kitchen regularly. When you do not clean it for long, it may go cluttered and contain dirt or insects. However, you might find the task of kitchen cleaning quite boring and tiring. Here are some tips that will help you in cleaning your kitchen in a quick and effective manner. These tips will also make the kitchen maintenance task enjoyable for you.
Spray and wipe surfaces
Whenever you plan to do a quick cleaning of your kitchen, you should start by emptying your garbage bags and bins while replacing their liners. Then, begin with a pre-spray of a multipurpose spray cleaner on all surfaces. You may then use a damp cloth to wipe down dust from all these surfaces. Make sure to wipe down the cabinet faces and walls too. If some stains are hard to wipe, then spray the cleaner on them again and wipe off.
Collect irrelevant stuff
If you see items that have to be disposed of, then put them in the garbage bag to throw. Collect all other items that do not belong to your kitchen and place them at appropriate places. This will clear the clutter.
Scrub the sink, stovetop and counters
At the time of cleaning sinks, you may use a spray degreaser and scrub the interior. A toothbrush can come handy to remove all the dust around rims and drains. After that, you may rinse the sink and use the same degreaser to clean your sink apron and fixtures. Use a clean cloth to wipe and dry. Make use of toothbrush for a quick scrub of your stovetop too and then wipe using a soft cloth. While cleaning the counters, you may use a scraper and brush to remove any soil or dried-on food.
Wash down appliances and cleaning clothes
Since you are not involved in heavy-duty cleaning, simply rinse our cleaning clothes, rags and sponges. Throw away those that have gone in unusable condition. Wash visible surfaces but do not keep scrubbing the microwave or similar appliances. Just wipe them down.
Maintain your cutting boards
It will simply take you a few minutes to oil your cutting boards and wooden spoons. You may do that while cleaning your kitchen and save a lot of time.
Clean the floor
The cleaning of floors can be done quickly and easily by using a vacuum cleaner. This also takes care of the areas under the stove or sink. You may additionally vacuum-clean mats and replace them if rugged out.
Clean cast iron utensils
If you have a pan or dish made of cast iron, then you cannot clean them by scrubbing or using liquid soap on them. You may simply clean them by using some salt. Keep rubbing them with some salt using a paper towel. You may then rinse it and do oiling on it for extra maintenance.
Develop clean cooking habits
Finally, you may develop clean cooking habits so the kitchen is not spoiled badly very often. This will make it easier for you to clean it even if you do that occasionally.
Summary
It is not a daunting task to clean your kitchen once in a while. When it is about quick yet effective cleaning, try to wash down surfaces, wipe appliances, clear the clutter, and vacuum-clean the floor and hidden areas.