Painted cabinets are stylish but might also be too good at hiding grime.
Aftercleaning all the stovetops, dishes, countertops, and pans, you should focus on the kitchen cabinets.
These often neglected surfaces harbor more dirt than you realize.
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Adam Fortner
As stylish as your navy-blue cabinets might be, they are also good at hiding spills.
I’m willing to bet yours could use a scrub too.
Here’s what you gotta know to clean your painted kitchen cabinets.
To keep things clean, make a run at wipe the outside of your cabinets once a week.
Deep clean the outside and inside every few months.
Here are a few things to remember about cleaning other kinds of cabinets.
Avoid Water Exposure
One way to keep painted kitchen cabinets clean is to avoid water exposure.
Don’t let the water settle in the hinges or surround the hardware.
Use a microfiber cloth to ensure the area is dry entirely when cleaning.
Try using a diluted solution of baking soda and water or dishwasher soap and water.
Remember to dry completely.
