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Cleaning the kitchen is no small feat.
After all, the kitchen is the center of the home.
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Naturally, dirt, grime, and crumbs tend to build up pretty quickly.
So we spoke to the experts to find out which places we need to check twice.
Read on, then grab your microfiber cloth!
He recommends running acleaning cyclewith a vinegar or dishwasher detergent once a month to keep it stench-free.
And don’t forget about the filter!
This can make them both sticky and unsanitary (ew).
“A quick wipe-down with a degreaser every few months will keep them from becoming a greasy mess.”
Underneath an Electric Stovetop
Did you know that most electricstovetopslift up?
If you take a peek underneath, you’ll find a ton of grease and food.
Get into the habit of lifting the stovetop up to wipe away any debris about once a month.
Cleaning these coils regularly can help extend the life of your fridge.
“Your disposal will spit up a sickening snow cone of sludge,” he says.
Oven Broiler
All of those juices that drip out of your delicious food?
This is where they end up.
Before you clean yours, check the manufacturer instructions for your range and oven.
Do NOT spray the cleaner directly on the heating elements."
Then going over it again with a clean, wet microfiber cloth.
