10 Kitchen Cleaning Hacks That Will Save You Hours Every Week

Work Smarter, Not Harder, in the Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of the home, but it can also be the source of the biggest messes. From greasy stovetops to sticky countertops, it can feel like a never-ending battle to keep it clean. As professional cleaners serving the Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, and Chamblee areas, we've learned a few tricks over the years. Here are 10 of our favorite kitchen cleaning hacks to help you maintain a sparkling kitchen with minimal effort.

1. Clean Your Microwave with Steam: Fill a microwave-safe bowl with 1-2 cups of water and a few slices of lemon. Microwave on high for 3-5 minutes, until the water boils and the window is steamy. Let it sit for another 5 minutes, then open the door and wipe away the loosened grime with ease.
2. Use Press'n Seal on Fridge Shelves: Line your refrigerator shelves with Press'n Seal wrap. When spills happen, you can simply peel off the wrap and replace it, no scrubbing required.
3. Degrease Cabinets with Vegetable Oil: It sounds counterintuitive, but a little vegetable oil on a paper towel can cut through stubborn grease buildup on kitchen cabinets. Wipe with the oil, then follow with a clean, damp cloth with a bit of dish soap.
4. Shine Your Sink with Flour: After cleaning and drying your stainless steel sink, sprinkle it with a light coating of flour. Buff it with a soft cloth until it gleams.
5. Clean Your Blender in 30 Seconds: After use, fill your blender halfway with warm water and a drop of dish soap. Put the lid on and run it for 30 seconds. Rinse and you're done!
6. Use a Potato to Clean Your Cheese Grater: Before washing, grate a small piece of raw potato. The oxalic acid in the potato helps break down the starchy cheese residue, making it much easier to clean.
7. Deodorize Your Garbage Disposal with Citrus Peels: Don't throw away your lemon, lime, or orange peels. Toss them down the disposal and run it with cold water for a fresh, clean scent.
8. Soak Burned Pans with a Dryer Sheet: For pans with baked-on food, fill them with hot water and drop in a dryer sheet. Let it soak for an hour, and the mess will lift right off.
9. Clean Your Stovetop with a Hot, Wet Towel: For tough, cooked-on spills, lay a hot, wet, soapy towel over the area for 15 minutes. The heat and moisture will loosen the grime, making it easy to wipe away.
10. Organize with Tension Rods: Use a small tension rod under your sink to hang your spray bottles. This frees up the cabinet floor for other supplies and keeps everything neat and accessible.

By incorporating these simple hacks into your routine, you can keep your kitchen looking its best without sacrificing your valuable time. And for those times when you need a deeper clean, remember that CretuCleans is always here to help!