Methods for cleaning cabinets in the kitchen
Methods for cleaning cabinets in the kitchen
Step 1: Cleaning and maintaining countertops
1. Artificial stone, fireproof board, stainless steel, natural stone, log and other materials, different materials have different cleaning methods. Cabinets made of artificial stone and stainless steel should not be wiped with hard cleaning cloth, steel wool balls, chemical preparations or polished with steel brushes. Wipe with soft towels, soft cleaning cloths with water or with brighteners, otherwise scratches or corrosion will occur; cabinets made of fire-proof board materials can be used with household cleaning agents, wiped with nylon brushes or nylon balls, and then wiped with a wet and hot cloth towel; natural stone countertops should be used with soft cleaning cloths, and they should not be wiped with toluene cleaning agents, otherwise it will be difficult to remove white spots. If the cabinet is made of wood, you should first use a duster to clean the dust, and then wipe it with a dry cloth or special lotion for log maintenance. Do not use wet rags and oil cleaning products.
2. No matter which material is, it is afraid of high temperature corrosion. During use, you should pay attention to avoid contacting the hot pot and kettle directly with the cabinet. It is best to place it on the pot rack; during operation, try to avoid touching the countertop and door panels with sharp objects to avoid scratches. Cut vegetables and cook food on the cutting board. In addition to avoiding leaving cut marks, it is also easier to clean and hygienic. Chemicals have a erosion effect on countertops made of many materials. For example, stainless steel countertops may rust when they are stained with salt. Therefore, you should also pay attention to avoid placing soy sauce bottles and other items directly on the countertop; artificial board cabinets should avoid water stains on the countertop for a long time.
Step 2: Cleaning and Maintenance of Door Panel
1. The material of the door panel is similar to that of the countertop, so its maintenance and cleaning are similar to that of the countertop. Painted door panels do not use soluble detergents; all benzene solvents and resin solvents should not be used as panel cleaners.
2. Avoid the water on the countertop flowing down and soaking on the door panel, otherwise the door panel will deform over time; when the hinge and handle of the door panel loose or abnormal noise, it should be adjusted in time or notified to the manufacturer for repair; solid wood door panels can be cleaned and maintained with furniture wax.
Step 3: Cleaning and Maintenance of the cabinet
1. Every time you clean the sink, remember to clean the neck of the pipe behind the filter box to prevent the accumulation of oil and stains from a long time; if the oil and stains accumulate in the sink pipeline for a long time and are not easy to wash, then try pouring some kitchen detergent to remove oil stains in the sink, rinse it with hot water, and then rinse it with cold water.
2. The bearing capacity of the hanging cabinet is generally not as good as the cabinet, so it is suitable for placing lighter items in the hanging cabinet. It is best to put heavy objects such as seasoning jars and glasses in the lower cabinet; the utensils should be cleaned and then placed in the cabinet. It is especially important to pay attention to wipe the utensils dry; wipe the hardware in the cabinet with a dry cloth to avoid water droplets remaining on its surface and cause water marks; the sink of the cooking table can use thin wires to cover the internal filter box in advance to prevent vegetable scraps and fine residue from blocking the water pipe.
Step 4: Cleaning and maintaining hardware
1. Kitchen hardware mainly includes rice barrels, metal baskets, hinges, slide rails, etc., and its materials are generally made of stainless steel or steel surface spraying and plastic spraying.
2. In principle, all hardware parts should be kept clean and dry if they are stained with water to prevent water marks or rust. For dumpling chains and slide rails, it is best to add lubricating oil regularly to ensure smooth opening and closing of the parts. Do not hang heavy or wet objects on the handle, if there is loose screws that can adjust the rear of it. When the door panel is uneven or loose, you can use a Phillips screwdriver to study, adjust and tighten the door dumplings.
The following points should be paid attention to:
1. Avoid salt, sugar, soy sauce, vinegar and other condiments directly poured on the hardware. If it happens accidentally, it should be wiped clean immediately;
2. The door hinges should be oiled regularly to keep them open and close freely, and prevent moisture and rust;
3. When opening and closing the drawer, avoid excessive force to prevent the slide rail from falling out or being impacted;
4. For large hardware such as high-lift blue and turning blue, pay attention to the rotation and stretching direction, and avoid using dead force.
Step 5: Maintenance and cleaning of the sink
1. Do not use hard cleaning cloth, steel wool balls, chemicals to wipe or steel brush when cleaning the stainless steel sink. Use a soft towel, soft cleaning cloth with water or use a neutral cleaner, otherwise it will cause scratches or erosion.
2. When cleaning sinks of other materials, you can use dishwashing detergent or soapy water to remove greasy and keep the sink clean. At the same time, hard cleaning tools should be avoided. When cleaning the sink, remember to clean the neck of the pipe behind the filter box together to avoid the accumulation of oil and stains for a long time. After long-term use, oil stains will accumulate in the sink pipes and are not easy to wash. In this case, you can pour some kitchen detergents to remove oil stains in the sink, then rinse them with hot water, and then rinse them with cold water for a long time.