How to Clean Kitchen Cabinets

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At Wholesale Cabinet Supply, we understand that you care about the look and maintenance of everything in your home. Cabinets are no different. Cleaning your kitchen cabinets isn’t necessarily difficult, but it can take some time if you want to do it effectively. Whether you have RTA cabinets or custom-built ones, the cleaning process should be the same. Here is a detailed breakdown of how to clean your kitchen cabinets.

STEP 1: GATHER THE SUPPLIES YOU’LL NEED

Before you start, gather all the supplies you’ll need to clean your cabinets. This list should include:

• A microfiber cloth for dry dusting
• A sponge
• Dish soap
• A bucket or plastic bowl
• Rubber gloves to protect your hands
• Baking soda to whiten up yellow spot
• An old toothbrush for hard-to-reach areas
• White vinegar to clean glass panels

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STEP 2: EMPTY YOUR CABINETS

After you gather all your supplies, empty your cabinets. This is the perfect time to get rid of any expired spices, jars, or cans. You can also make a list of new items you may need to replace expired or spoiled food. If you’re dumping spices, wash and rinse the jars so that you can recycle them.

STEP 3: DRY DUST EVERYTHING

After you empty your cabinets, use your dry microfiber cloth to wipe down both the inside and outside of your cabinets. You can wipe down all the items you will return to the cabinets. Some jars or cans may need to be rinsed and wiped down to remove any surface dirt.

STEP 4: PREPARE YOUR CLEANING SOLUTION

Mix some dish soap with warm water into your plastic bucket or bowl. This cleaning solution will remove stains and grease from your cabinets. You might want to place a drop cloth on the floor if you have wood flooring. If you have waterproof flooring like our vinyl plank flooring, you don’t need to worry about that.

STEP 5: WASH AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR

Dip your sponge into the soapy water and scrub both the interior and exterior of your cabinets. Pay special attention to any grime and grease that has built up over the years. If you need to, apply a paste of baking soda and water and let it sit on any stains. Then, wipe the surfaces clean. If you have glass panels, use a mixture of one part white vinegar to two parts water to clean the glass. You can use paper towels or a dry cloth.

STEP 6: TAKE CARE OF THE DETAILS

Grab your old toothbrush, dip it in the warm, soapy water, and clean any hard-to-reach places. This includes corners, hinges, and other nooks and crannies. The bristles can remove built-up grime.

STEP 7: RINSE AND DRY

Once you have washed all the surfaces and corners, dump out the soapy solution and fill your plastic container with clean water. Rinse out your sponge thoroughly. Next, dip the sponge into the clean water, squeeze most of the water out, and wipe down the surfaces. This will get rid of all the remaining suds. Do this a few times until your cabinets look clean. Then, take a dry microfiber cloth and dry both the inside and outside.

STEP 8: REORGANIZE AND REPLACE

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Once your cabinets look fresh and clean, it’s time to put the items you’re keeping back into the cabinets. Discard anything you no longer want.

STEP 9: REGULAR MAINTENANCE

If you want to maintain a fresh, clean look, try to wipe down your cabinets every week. Simply take a damp cloth and wipe the interiors and exteriors. This will prevent dirt and grease from building up again.

CLEAN CABINETS CAN MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE

Cleaning your kitchen cabinets serves two purposes: it helps keep your food stock updated and prevents dirt from building up. If you follow these steps and do a thorough cleaning every two to three months, you’ll maintain a healthy, clean kitchen at all times.