Kitchen Remodeling | How to Take Care of Your New Kitchen Cabinets
Kitchen Remodeling | Getting brand new kitchen cabinets is very exciting and will make your kitchen look clean, modern, and updated. The kitchen is one of the messiest places in the home, and while we may pay attention to our countertops and appliances, the cabinets often go neglected. Wood cabinets are not cheap, and they require regular cleaning and proper care to remain in good condition and retain their value. Follow these tips for taking care of your new kitchen cabinets to make sure they last.
- Line Shelves and Drawers- Lining the shelves and drawers of your cabinets with parchment paper or special shelf liners minimizes the amount of dirt and grime that builds up inside. Cedar liners are also available that are said to keep pests such as bugs and mice away.
- Hardware- Cleaning the door handles and hinges of your cabinets is essential because this is where a lot of grime builds up and people often forget to wipe down these areas when cleaning the cabinet faces. Use mild dish soap and water to clean the handles and hinges of your cabinets. Make sure to dry them when you are finished to avoid rusting.
- Doors and Boxes- If your cabinets are glass faced, you can use any glass cleaning product to clean the face of the cabinets. For a natural solution, mixing white vinegar and water can also be useful. Don’t use abrasive materials to clean that will scratch the glass. If your cabinets are wood, you can dust them regularly with a microfiber towel. You can use a few drops of dish soap and warm water to clean wood cabinets, but it is important not to saturate the cabinets in water, even wood cabinets that are sealed.
Other Considerations
Make sure not to use oil on cabinets that are painted or sealed as oils can degrade the quality of the paint. Laminate cabinets are easy to scratch, and they cannot be repaired, only replaced. If you have stainless steel cabinets, there are special cleaners made for cleaning these; however, be careful not to use abrasive materials to clean as stainless steel is very easy to scratch and stain.
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