Make your life easier with these 10 kitchen cleaning hacks! These natural solutions will transform your routine – you’ll wish you knew them sooner.
When you’ve just wrapped up a long day, all you want is to unwind in a kitchen that doesn’t look like a scene from a horror movie. Well, folks, welcome to my world.
I’m not the biggest fan of scrubbing and scouring, but hey, adulting comes with its perks and quirks, right?
Recently, I’ve taken the plunge into homeownership, and let me tell you, there’s something magical about a kitchen that sparkles.
And did you know that your beloved kitchen could be harboring more germs than your bathroom? Yep, that’s the not-so-fun fact I discovered.
Now, tackling a kitchen clean-up can seem like an epic saga. But here’s where I swoop in with my cape of convenience. I’ve put together a list of 10 kitchen cleaning hacks that are so easy, they almost feel like cheating.
Perfect for those of us who’d rather be binge-watching our favorite show or concocting a new recipe.
And who doesn’t love a good shortcut? These hacks are straightforward, practical, and best of all, you probably already have everything you need to get started.
Now, here’s the cherry on top: most of these tips are all-natural (involve homemade cleaners). Why? Because my head throbs at the whiff of harsh chemicals.
There’s one tip that involves bleach – not my favorite, but sometimes necessary. And because I’m all about options, I’ve included an alternative for those who prefer to keep it green.
So, there you have it. A kitchen so clean, it’ll make your heart sing and possibly turn you into the next viral cooking sensation.
Kitchen Cleaning Tips
Dive into these tips and transform your kitchen from blah to ta-da! Trust me, cooking in a clean kitchen is a game-changer. Let’s get those kitchens shining!
Microwave Cleaner
Cleaning the microwave is one of my least favorite things. Make it easier by boiling water in a container with lemon first – it will loosen up the grossness and allow you to easily clean it up.
Removing Grease Spots on a Stove
If your stove has a few oily spots that won’t seem to go away easily, put drops of vegetable oil on a paper towel and wipe them away, then clean as normal.
Cleaning Stainless Steel
My stainless gets fingerprints and oil on it quickly, so keep it shiny by buffing it up with some cream of tartar (a damp soft cloth is preferable for application).
Best Way to Clean a Dishwasher
Every once in awhile you do need to give your dishwasher a good rinse. Run on a hot cycle with a container of white vinegar in the top rack, then run again with baking soda in the bottom (short cycle the second time).
Tip: the vinegar gets rid of hard water spots – which, we have a serious issue with that around here!
Clean Burnt Pots
For pans with scorch marks at the bottom, fill with water and add a cup of white vinegar. Simmer, then add 2 tablespoons of baking soda and remove from the stove. Let cool, pour out some of the solution, scrub, and repeat.
How to Clean Sponges
My sponges get grimy, and I’m sure yours do too. It’s easy to sanitize them by microwaving them for about 60 seconds (make sure they are wet).
Homemade Fruit and Vegetable Wash
No need to buy fruit wash! Clean fruit in the sink by filling it up with warm water and adding 1/2 cup white vinegar. Let it soak and then rinse before eating.
Natural Oven Cleaner
Fill a bowl with a 1/2 cup of ammonia and put it in an oven with the door closed. The ammonia fumes will loosen the grime and make it easier to clean.
Glass Glass Cookware
How do you clean glass bakeware, especially with baked on grime? Use dishwashing soap and add water; then ball up some aluminum foil and use it to scrub away any residue.
How to Clean Cutting Boards
Soak your cutting boards in a solution of one part bleach to three parts water to clean them. For tough stains, cut a lemon in half, add baking soda to the top of the cutting board and scrub.
Tip: if bleach irritates your skin or you want to avoid it, this DIY natural bleach alternative will be a good solution for you.
Do you have any other kitchen cleaning hacks you’d like to share with me? I’d love to hear them in the comments!
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